Dr. Kessler has been practicing non-surgical sports medicine, pain management and rehabilitative medicine for the past 20 years. He began his career as an in-house trauma surgeon, covering multiple New York City hospitals and trauma centers. He also has extensive experience treating orthopedic, spine and head injuries. In 2000, Dr. Kessler became the owner and Medical Director of Spine and Sports Medicine, a large multi-specialty office in midtown Manhattan, treating acute injuries and chronic pain syndromes. He is an ardent advocate of medical cannabis for use in conjunction with other medical modalities.
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