Dr. Scheid is a highly experienced spine surgeon in New Jersey with over 6,000 successful spine surgeries performed. Unlike many surgeons, he does not rush patients into surgery. Instead, he uses a step-by-step diagnostic approach, beginning with a thorough examination to identify the root cause of each patient’s pain. This patient-centered and conservative approach has earned him a reputation for excellence in personalized spine care.
After determining the source of a patient’s symptoms, Dr. Scheid creates a customized treatment plan designed to relieve pain, restore mobility, and enhance long-term quality of life. As a specialist in reoperative spine surgery and spinal cord stimulation, he has the advanced training required to help patients who have not found relief from traditional spinal procedures.
Expert Spine Surgeon with Advanced Training
Dr. Scheid began his medical career at John Carroll University in Cleveland, Ohio, where he received the Presidential Scholarship for Academic Achievement. He earned his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, graduating with honors as one of the top five students in his class of more than 230 graduates. He is a proud member of the Alpha Omega Alpha and Hobart Amory Hare Medical Societies.
His postgraduate training includes a general surgery internship at Jefferson Hospital and a neurosurgery residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and the Jefferson Hospital for Neurosciences. He also completed specialized training at the Delaware Valley Regional Spinal Cord Injury Center, a top facility for spinal disorder treatment, where he refined his surgical expertise under leading neurosurgical and orthopedic spine surgeons.
Research and Innovation in Spine Surgery
Committed to improving the safety and outcomes of spine surgery, Dr. Scheid has contributed to groundbreaking research in the field. His recent publication in The Spine Journal introduces an advanced neuromonitoring protocol for lateral access spine surgery (LLIF), demonstrating his dedication to innovation and patient safety.
Dr. Scheid is affiliated with several esteemed organizations, including:
American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS)
Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS)
American Academy of Neurological Surgeons (AANS)
North American Spine Society (NASS)
American Medical Association (AMA)
Patient-Focused Spine Care in New Jersey
Known for his compassionate care and dedication, Dr. Scheid remains focused on one goal: providing the best possible outcomes for every patient. His precision, expertise, and success rate make him one of the most trusted spine surgeons in New Jersey.
Patients seeking evaluation for chronic back pain, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, or failed back surgery syndrome can rely on Dr. Scheid’s balanced approach—providing effective, minimally invasive, and research-driven solutions for long-term spine health.
