Richard Schlenk, M.D.
| Appointed: |
2003 |
| Gender: |
Male |
| Languages: |
English |
Center for Spine Health
Professional Highlights
- Director, Neurosurgery Residency Program
- Vice Chairman of Education for Neurological Surgery
Education & Fellowships
| Medical School: | UMDNJ - New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ |
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| Internship: | University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-University Hospital, General Surgery, Newark, NJ |
| Residency: | University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-University Hospital, Neurosurgery, Newark, NJ |
| Fellowship: | Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH |
| Other Education: | (Undergraduate) Kean University, Union, NJ |
Certifications
Specialty Interests
Complex spinal reconstruction, minimally invasive spine surgery, Spinal Tumors.
Awards & Honors
- Scholarship in Teaching Award 2008
- Teacher of the Year, 2004-05, 2005-06
- Mayfield Award in Spinal Cord Research
- American Red Cross Hero, 2004
Professional Memberships
- American Board of Neurological Surgeons: Diplomat
- American Association of Neurological Surgeon: Member
- Congress of Neurological Surgeon: Member
- AANS/CNS Joint Spine Section: Member
Specializes in Diseases and Conditions
Specializes in Services
Industry Relationships
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