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Dr. Richard Lau, MD

Pain Medicine* Age 33
Dr. Richard Lau, MD
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Dr. Richard Lau, MD is a Pain Medicine Physician in New York, NY.
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Dr. Richard Lau, MD

Pain Medicine* Age 33
New York, NY
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Dr. Richard Lau, MD is a Pain Medicine Physician in New York, NY.

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Dr. Lau graduated from RUTGERS UNIVERSITY / NEW BRUNSWICK CAMPUS. Dr. Richard Lau, MD is a Pain Medicine Physician in New York, NY. Dr. Lau currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with NYU Langone Hospitals. Dr. Lau has experience treating conditions like Low Back Pain, Spondylolisthesis and Osteoarthritis of Spine among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Lau received an average rating of 3.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 16 times. Dr. Lau's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Lau is board certified in Pain Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Low Back Pain
Spondylolisthesis
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Low Back Pain
Spondylolisthesis
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Low Back Pain
Spondylolisthesis
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Chronic Neck Pain
Radiculopathy
Spine Deformities
Degenerative Disc Disease
Herniated Disc
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Scoliosis
Spinal Stenosis
Back Pain
Chronic Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Sciatica
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Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Upper Back Pain
Facet Blocks
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Nerve Destruction by Neurolytic Agent
Spinal Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Cancer Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Difficulty With Walking
Fibromyalgia
Gait Abnormality
Headache
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Myelopathy
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Spinal Cord Injury
Spondylitis
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Dipstick Urinalysis
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Vaccination
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Wheelchair Evaluation
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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    240 E 38th St Fl 15, New York, NY 10016
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (212) 263-6037
  2. 2 NYU Langone Center for Musculoskeletal Care
    333 E 38th St, New York, NY 10016
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (646) 501-7277
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 17:00

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lau
3.2
Based on 16 Reviews
5 Stars (8)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (6)

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Jan 29, 2025
Dr Lau is a young medical doctor who listens to you and explains well what is wrong with you.He ordered the right medical exams to confirm his diagnostic. He was very successful in treating the pain in my knees.
John Thollon — Jan 29, 2025
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Specialties*
Pain Medicine
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • RUTGERS UNIVERSITY / NEW BRUNSWICK CAMPUS
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Pain Medicine and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Lau, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lau's profile.

Dr. Lau frequently treats the following conditions: Low Back Pain, Spondylolisthesis and Osteoarthritis of Spine. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Richard Lau, MD is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospitals.

Yes, Dr. Richard Lau, MD holds board certification in Pain Medicine and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.

Hospital Affiliations

  • NYU Langone Hospitals

    550 1st Ave, New York, NY