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World-Class Expertise in Interventional Pain & Spine

Super Doctors® Rising Stars℠

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  • ACGME Interventional Pain Fellowship, Northwell Health, The Spine & Pain Institute of New York
  • ACGME Interventional Pain Fellowship
  • Northwell Health
  • The Spine & Pain Institute of New York
Northwell Health Fellowship

Focus:

  • Spinal Cord Stimulation
  • Dorsal Root Ganglion Therapy
  • Vertebral Augmentation
  • Minimally Invasive Spine Surgeries

Distinction:

  • Hofstra/Northwell Teaching Associate Award
  • ACGME Anesthesiology Residency, NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell, Memorial Sloan Kettering, Hospital for Special Surgery
  • ACGME Anesthesiology Residency
  • NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell
  • Memorial Sloan Kettering
  • Hospital for Special Surgery
Anesthesiology Residency

Achievements:

  • Scored in the top 10% nationwide on the ABA Board Exam
  • Earned the Abstract Award at the 2018 NY/NJ Pain Society Symposium
  • NYU Grossman School of Medicine
NYU Grossman School of Medicine

Honors

  • Pediatric Narrative Award

Key Achievement

  • Extensive research at NYU Orthopedic Spine Department on spinal alignment and HRQOL before and after surgeries using large-scale multicenter data with prospective and retrospective analyses.
  • NYU College of Arts & Science
NYU Undergraduate

Honors:

  • Magna Cum Laude
  • Founder's Day Award
  • Phi Beta Kappa
  • Applied mathematics in computational physiology modeling

Matthew A. Spiegel, MD

FOUNDER & MEDICAL DIRECTOR, UES INTERVENTIONAL PAIN

Matthew A. Spiegel, MD is a dual board-certified specialist in Interventional Pain Management and Anesthesiology , trained at Ivy-League institutions, offering the latest, minimally invasive pain management solutions. At UES Interventional Pain, Dr. Spiegel provides treatments that are precise, cutting-edge, and designed to improve quality of life. From the Upper East Side to NYC at large, patients trust his expertise in both routine and advanced techniques like spinal cord stimulation, percutaneous discectomies, and regenerative medicine, including platelet-rich plasma (PRP).

Leadership in Practice

Dr. Spiegel co-directed the Pain Management Department at Nassau University Medical Center (NUMC), where he transformed pain care delivery for acute and chronic conditions. His scope of work included spearheading advanced interventional therapies such as dorsal root ganglion stimulation and sacroplasty.

Today, at UES Interventional Pain, Dr. Spiegel continues to lead with innovation, offering:

  • Interventional Spine: Epidurals, nerve blocks, spinal cord/dorsal root ganglion stimulation
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery: Endoscopic discectomies, lumbar decompressions, kyphoplasty and sacroiliac fusion
  • Regenerative Medicine: Platelet-rich Plasma (PRP) and bone marrow aspirate therapies
  • Advanced Pain Solutions: Neuromodulation, radiofrequency ablations, peripheral nerve stimulation, facet nerve rhizotomy, and more

Services At

NYU Langone Northwell Hudson Regional NuHealth

Researcher, Innovator, Educator

Dr. Spiegel has authored 15+ peer-reviewed publications and contributed to multiple book chapters on spinal deformity, pain management, and neuromodulation. His work has been presented at prestigious global conferences, including the North American Spine Society and International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery.

Notable contributions include:

  • Developing the Total Disability Index to revolutionize pain assessment.
  • Advances in cancer pain treatment through intrathecal drug delivery protocols.
  • Groundbreaking research on global sagittal alignment and cervical deformities.

Published Work

Obesity Surgery (2014)

Published In:

Obesity Surgery (2014)

“Patient Preferences And Bariatric Surgery Procedure Selection; The Need For Shared Decision-Making”

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Pain Practice (2021)

Published In:

Pain Practice (2021)

“A Paramedian Approach For Dorsal Root Ganglion Stimulation Placement Developed To Limit Lead Migration And Fracture”

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Neuromodulation: Technology at the Neural Interface (2020)

Published In:

Neuromodulation: Technology at the Neural Interface (2020)

“Dorsal Root Ganglion Stimulation as a Salvage Therapy Following Failed Spinal Cord Stimulation”

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Journal Of Palliative Medicine (2021)

Published In:

Journal Of Palliative Medicine (2021)

“Evaluation of an Intrathecal Drug Delivery Protocol Leads to Rapid Reduction of Systemic Opioids in the Oncological Population”

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Spine Deformity (2020)

Published In:

Spine Deformity (2020)

“Is There a Gender-Specific Full Body Sagittal Profile for Different Spinopelvic Relationships?”

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Pain Medicine (2020)

Published In:

Pain Medicine (2020)

“The Use of L2 and L3 Lumbar Sympathetic Blockade for Cancer-Related Pain”

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SPINE Journal (2016)

Published In:

SPINE Journal (2016)

“Predicting Cervical Alignment Required to Maintain Horizontal Gaze Based on Global Spinal Alignment”

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Neuromodulation (2020)

Published In:

Neuromodulation (2020)

“Evaluation of Fixed Intrathecal Bupivacaine Infusion Doses in the Oncologic Population”

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Journal of Neurosurgery Spine (2016)

Published In:

Journal of Neurosurgery Spine (2016)

“Global sagittal axis: a step toward full-body assessment of sagittal plane deformity”

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SPINE Journal (2016)

Published In:

SPINE Journal (2016)

“Developing the total disability index”

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Spine Deformity (2020)

Published In:

Spine Deformity (2020)

“Mandibular slope: a reproducible and simple measure of horizontal gaze”

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The Spine Journal (2016)

Published In:

The Spine Journal (2016)

“When is compensation for lumbar spinal stenosis a clinical sagittal plane deformity?”

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Journal of Neurosurgery Spine (2020)

Published In:

Journal of Neurosurgery Spine (2020)

“Validation of the recently developed Total Disability Index”

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SPINE Journal (2016)

Published In:

SPINE Journal (2016)

“Variability over time of preoperative sagittal alignment parameters”

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Recognized Excellence

UES Pain is a Preferred Medical Partner for NYS Troopers PBA and has been featured on WABC Radio, Yahoo Health

NYU Grossman School of Medicine

NYU GROSSMAN PEDIATRIC
NARRATIVE AWARD

Recognizing Outstanding Contributions to Pediatric Medicine

Double Board Certified

DOUBLE BOARD-CERTIFIED

Expertise Specialist in Interventional Pain Management and Anesthesiology

Ivy League Excellence

IVY LEAGUE EXCELLENCE

Cornell University Graduate with Distinguished Expertise

Northwell Health

HOFSTRA/NORTHWELL TEACHING
ASSOCIATE AWARD

Recognizing Excellence in Medical Education and Mentorship

Phi Beta Kappa

PHI BETA KAPPA HONORS

Recognized for Academic Excellence and Achievement

NYS Troopers PBA

OFFICIAL MEDICAL PARTNER OF
NYS TROOPERS PBA

Trusted Provider for Law Enforcement Health Needs

NYU Scholar Award

NYU SCHOLAR AWARD

Honoring Academic Excellence and Research Achievement

Abstract Award

ABSTRACT AWARD

NY/NJ Society of Interventional Pain Physicians Annual Symposium

Our clinic is proud to be an NYU-recognized teaching site, dedicated to mentoring the next generation of nurse practitioners.

Through hands-on training and expert mentorship, we help future healthcare professionals develop essential skills in pain management and patient care. Our commitment to education enhances both the future of healthcare and the quality of care we provide every day.

NYU Langone Health
Dr. Matthew Spiegel teaching
UES Interventional Pain office

A Personalized Approach

Dr. Spiegel emphasizes the importance of treating the individual as a whole, rather than focusing solely on alleviating pain. His practice provides same-day appointments, same-day procedures, and personalized care. This approach ensures that each patient receives compassionate and customized treatment supported by the latest medical advancements.

Fluent in Care, Driven by Passion

Dr. Spiegel is proficient in English, Hebrew, and conversational Spanish, allowing him to connect with patients from different backgrounds and provide sensitive, effective care. By overcoming language barriers, he creates a comfortable space where patients can share their concerns, building trust and ensuring better understanding of their treatment.

When he’s not transforming lives in his practice, Dr. Spiegel enjoys skiing, kitesurfing, and scuba diving. A lifelong learner and adventurer, he also holds a black belt in mixed martial arts and Shotokan karate.

Dr. Spiegel skiing

Where Care Meets Comfort

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UES Interventional Pain office
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UES Interventional Pain office
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UES Interventional Pain procedure suite

Don't Let Another Day Go By In Pain

Every day you wait is another day of missed opportunities, lost sleep, and reduced quality of life.
The sooner you act, the sooner you can get back to living pain-free.

Reviews & Testimonials

Google Reviews Google Reviews 5 star review

“Glad I found Dr. Spiegel”

Offers treatment possibilities that have not been explored by other doctors I’ve consulted and been treated by. The staff is exceptional. Caring, patient. I recommend the good doctor and his aides and staff.

Google Reviews Google Reviews 5 star review

“I truly believe this doctor cares deeply about his patients.”

His team is incredible, which speaks volumes about the quality of care and his representation in this world. He has helped me improve my health, and I feel fortunate to have met him in a city filled with millions of doctors.

Google Reviews Google Reviews 5 star review

“Dr. Spiegel is exceptional in diagnosis and treatment”

He is thorough, efficient, caring and effective. His office staff is quite literally the kindest, most professionally managed group I’ve encountered in NYC. I highly recommend.

Google Reviews Google Reviews 5 star review

“Dr. Spiegel is a lifesaver!”

He really took the time to listen and got me back on track fast. Super friendly staff, and the whole process was a breeze. I’m finally feeling relief, and I couldn’t be happier. Highly recommended if you’re looking for real results.

Google Reviews Google Reviews 5 star review

“Dr. Spiegel provided fantastic and personal care”

After a long and arduous journey searching for relief Dr. Speigel helped me regain my life. I am forever thankful for Dr. Speigel’s personal care and excellent bedside manner. He had great bed side manner as well.

Google Reviews Google Reviews 5 star review

“This man saved my life”

After 30 years of suffering the worst neck pain anyone can endure and having multiple surgery this man fixed it with on simple injection to my neck! I wasn’t planing on continuing my life like this this man saved my life!

Google Reviews Google Reviews 5 star review

“Dr. Spiegel was phenomenal”

Dr. Spiegel was phenomenal! He asked a lot of questions about the pain I was feeling, he performed some tests, and seamlessly was able to schedule an MRI and cortisone shots for my back. Would highly recommend.

Google Reviews Google Reviews 5 star review

“Glad I found Dr. Spiegel”

Offers treatment possibilities that have not been explored by other doctors I’ve consulted and been treated by. The staff is exceptional. Caring, patient. I recommend the good doctor and his aides and staff.

Google Reviews Google Reviews 5 star review

“I truly believe this doctor cares deeply about his patients.”

His team is incredible, which speaks volumes about the quality of care and his representation in this world. He has helped me improve my health, and I feel fortunate to have met him in a city filled with millions of doctors.

Google Reviews Google Reviews 5 star review

“Dr. Spiegel is exceptional in diagnosis and treatment”

He is thorough, efficient, caring and effective. His office staff is quite literally the kindest, most professionally managed group I’ve encountered in NYC. I highly recommend.

Google Reviews Google Reviews 5 star review

“Dr. Spiegel is a lifesaver!”

He really took the time to listen and got me back on track fast. Super friendly staff, and the whole process was a breeze. I’m finally feeling relief, and I couldn’t be happier. Highly recommended if you’re looking for real results.

Google Reviews Google Reviews 5 star review

“Dr. Spiegel provided fantastic and personal care”

After a long and arduous journey searching for relief Dr. Speigel helped me regain my life. I am forever thankful for Dr. Speigel’s personal care and excellent bedside manner. He had great bed side manner as well.

Google Reviews Google Reviews 5 star review

“This man saved my life”

After 30 years of suffering the worst neck pain anyone can endure and having multiple surgery this man fixed it with on simple injection to my neck! I wasn’t planing on continuing my life like this this man saved my life!

Google Reviews Google Reviews 5 star review

“Dr. Spiegel was phenomenal”

Dr. Spiegel was phenomenal! He asked a lot of questions about the pain I was feeling, he performed some tests, and seamlessly was able to schedule an MRI and cortisone shots for my back. Would highly recommend.

Where To Find Us

Upper East Side

6 train, 1.5 blocks at 77th & Lexington Ave.

Q train at 72nd & 2nd Ave or 86th St & 2nd Ave.

Handicap Accessible

Public Parking

  • CitiParking, 77th & 3rd
  • Lenox Parking, 77th & 2nd
  • Icon Parking, 75th & 2nd
917-694-2212 Contact Us

Frequently Asked Questions

When you’re in pain, you need more than a quick prescription or a rushed five-minute visit. At UES Interventional Pain, we combine medical expertise with a patient-first approach so you feel heard, understood, and confident in your care.

  • Board-Certified Expertise – Our physicians are trained in the most advanced interventional pain techniques, so you get precise, targeted treatment.
  • Local Care, Global Standards – We’re right here in the Upper East Side, serving patients from across Manhattan and beyond, but we hold ourselves to the highest international standards of safety and outcomes.
  • Tailored Treatment Plans – No one-size-fits-all care. Every plan is built around your condition, lifestyle, and goals.
  • Access and Convenience – Same-day and next-day appointments, easy subway access, and nearby parking options make getting care stress-free.

Whether you need a simple injection or a minimally invasive procedure, we guide you through every step with the goal of not just easing your pain, but helping you move freely and confidently again.

Yes. We reserve slots for urgent cases so you can get relief as quickly as possible.

Our office is located at 215 E 77th Street, between 2nd and 3rd Avenue, near the 6 and Q trains.

Yes. Nearby options include CitiParking at 77th and 3rd, Lenox Parking at 77th and 2nd, and Icon Parking at 75th and 2nd.

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