David S. Cheng BA, MD

Dr. Cheng is an assistant professor in orthopedic surgery and physical medicine and rehabilitation at Rush University. He is a board certified pain physician who specializes in non-operative management of spine disorders. He appreciates the importance of patient education as an integral part to any treatment plan. He is dedicated to providing the highest standard of patient care and service. Ultimately his goal is to promote fitness and to restore quality of life and function. Outside of his clinical duties, Dr. Cheng also serves on the North American Spine Society Education and Research Councils.

After graduating from Boston University School of Medicine, Dr. Cheng completed his residency at New York Presbyterian-Hospital (University Hospital of Columbia and Cornell) where he was selected as chief resident. He subsequently completed a fellowship in pain medicine at New York University Medical Center. During his time in New York, Dr. Cheng also trained at Hospital for Special Surgery and Hospital for Joint Diseases.