Peter Schmaus, MD

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Specialist

My philosophy is to restore and optimize function. After an accurate diagnosis, most orthopedic problems can be treated conservatively and non-surgically with a realistic and effective plan that includes exercise, physical therapy, and attention to posture and body mechanics.

Overview

Dr. Schmaus is a leading physical medicine and rehabilitation physician. With over three decades of experience and additional board-certification in pain management, he specializes in the non-surgical treatment of orthopedic problems, including neck, back, shoulder, knee, hip, and elbow pain as well as herniated discs and spinal stenosis. He conservatively treats tendonitis, rotator cuff and meniscus tears, and sports injuries. He performs multiple types of injections, using ultrasound as necessary, as well as electro-diagnostic testing.

A strong advocate for team-based care, Dr. Schmaus works closely with physical therapists and chiropractors. He incorporates Yoga, Pilates, and Tai Chi in his exercise-based approach and has also worked with practitioners who specialize in the Alexander, Chek, and Feldenkrais techniques. This conservative approach usually helps patients avoid surgery, but when surgery is necessary, he works with highly skilled surgeons to ensure patients have the best outcomes.

Biographical Highlights

Medical School

Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York

Residency

Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York (served as Chief Resident)

Advanced Fellowship Training

Dr. Schmaus, physical medicine and rehabilitation physician, is a well-known speaker on the topics of ergonomics, spine injury prevention, and repetitive strain injury, and he has consulted for several large corporations. As an avid traveler, scuba diver, and snow skier, he has authored several articles about pre-season conditioning, snow sports, and scuba injuries. He is also a senior attending at Hackensack University Medical Center.

Jersey’s Best Magazine Top Doctors Since: 2017
Jersey’s Best – Top Orthopedic Doctors: 2017, 2018, 2021, 2022
Top Doctors New York Metro Area (digital guide) Since: 2017
New York Magazine: Top Doctors Since: 2021
Top Doctor, Castle Connolly: Perennial Recipient
Top Doctor, Vitals: Perennial Recipient
Top Doctor, Healthgrades: Perennial Recipient
25 Year Attending Award, Hackensack University Medical Center: 2015