Dr. Lawrence H Schainker was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. He received his BA from Washington University and his medical degree from St. Louis University of Medicine. Dr. Schainker completed his residency at the Boston VA Hospital and Rheumatology Fellowship at the Peter Bent and Robert Brigham Hospitals, also in Boston. He fulfilled a two-year military commitment at Walter Reed Medical Center in Washington, DC, where he was Chief of the Department of Rheumatology. Dr. Schainker joined RIMG in 2003 following a 30-year rheumatology practice with the Washington Clinic Medical Center. He is board certified in both Internal Medicine and Rheumatology and was featured in Washingtonian Top Doctors for 2005 to 2015. He is particularly interested in applying the new cellular techniques in Regenerative Medicine for patients with arthritis of the shoulder, hip, and knee. Dr. Schainker specializes in diagnosing and treating Achilles Tendon Pain & Ruptures, Arthritis Knee Pain, Autoimmune Diseases, Diagnostic and Interventional Ultrasound, Hand Pain, Hip Pain, Lateral Epicondylitis, Non Surgical Carpal Tunnel Treatment, Platelet Rich Plasma (prp), Regenerative Medicine, Rheumatology, Shoulder Pain, Stem Cell Precursors for Joints. He is passionate about educating patients regarding the many established and emerging therapies that are available for treatment of chronic pain syndromes, and enjoys taking the time to help patients to understand their treatment options. Dr Schainker feels that finding the definitive source of pain is critical to long term recovery. He combines years of clinical experience with the latest medical technology to ensure the best possible outcome for each individual.
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Patricia K.

03/28/2020

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I feel the stem cells & PRP are responsible for keeping my knees

February 2015. One bad step and it felt like a knife in my knee. Hobbled around with cane for weeks. Orthopedist said torn meniscus and osteoarthritis. No surgery. Dr Schainker suggested trying stem cells and PRP. It took weeks and also some physical therapy, but the result was that in September 2015 I walked 200 miles of the Camino in Spain....10 miles a day for 3 weeks! And I’m still walking today . Repeat PRP last year and pain free. I’m convinced it would not have happened without that treatment.

Diane G.

03/12/2020

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Very pleased over the years!

Although Dr. Schainker is normally running late, it is only because he is willing to spend time with you. He is thorough and answers all my questions. I never feel rushed, very unusual in medical care today. I would highly recommend him!

Juliette E.

03/10/2020

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amazing skill -- nothing replaces his years of experience

I am a retired radiologist. I know how difficult it is to do ultrasound guided procedures into very small joint spaces. Dr. Schainker is highly skilled and extremely accurate. He has saved me from the progression of arthritis in my knees and shoulders. In my very well qualified opinion, he is a marvelous physician and I am fortunate to have him as my doctor.

J. F.

03/05/2020

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very flexible and attentive to concerns

Dr. Schainker is very attentive and thorough when you explain your concerns. He explained an array of options and helped guide me through a decision to do PRP with stem cells and then, a couple years later, to follow up with another PRP session. I have found both to be very helpful at reducing pain/symptoms for an arthritic knee.

Paul L.

03/04/2020

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Very thorough and attentive

He carefully listened to me and was not rushed in asking me detailed questions. His consultation was very thorough and he was knowledgeable and up to date on his information.

Pamela K.

03/03/2020

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have been seeing Dr Schainker for 30 years and I have complete trust in him. . He takes his time

Never had any complaint with his care in thirty years.

Anonymous

03/03/2020

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Fantastic experience

Schainker is great. He took the time necessary to explain the possible options and was always available for questions.

Swanee M.

02/28/2020

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Excellent experience.

Dr. Shainker and Alex were patient, knowlegable, kind, and professional!!

Anonymous

02/27/2020

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really great

Dr Schainker listens carefully and always suggests options.
The PRP treatments have been very effective and given me extra years of mobility.

Anonymous

02/21/2020

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excellent

I'm very happy with the help I've received for my arthritic knees and ankle.

Ellen E.

02/21/2020

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Outstanding!

I wish every doctor were like Dr. Schainker. A true professional. And what I love the most about him is that he doesn't just see the small picture. He examines you and tries to get the big picture of what might be done to best help you, the patient. He is thorough and attentive and has a great deal of experience looking at the entire body. He also believes "it is best to keep your own body parts" so rather than telling you immediately to get your knee replaced, he is willing to try some other options which might, in the long run, be a much better, safer and less invasive answer to your problems. I'll take the smart, experienced, and competent doctor any day of the week. .. and I promise you that doctor is Lawrence Schainker!

Gloria G.

02/14/2020

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outstanding

my family is deeply appreciative of dr. shainker's outstanding and caring medical care and best practices! he is extremely thorough and detailed oriented. we feel privileged and very fortunate to have a physician with such high standards and genuine care for his patients! thank you very much, Dr. Shainker! we also appreciate the professionalism of his staff.

Gayle F.

02/14/2020

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Best Rheumatologist!!

Dr Schainker is always kind and compassionate, listening to my rheumatology issues. His understanding is outstanding and he is always more interested in the patient welfare than time, which is always appreciated

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Physicians & Surgeons, Physicians & Surgeons, Rheumatology (Arthritis)
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