Summary

Dr. Idank attended the State University of New York in Buffalo, where he was a cum laude graduate. He then headed north to Maine to earn his Doctorate of Osteopathy from the University of New England’s College of Osteopathic Medicine. His post graduate training was completed through the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, with an internship at Union Hospital, and a residency at the Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation in Newark. Dr. Idank pursued specialized training with a fellowship in Sports and Musculoskeletal Medicine at the prestigious Mayo Clinic in Minnesota. Dr. Idank is a member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and American Medical Association. He has published articles in professional journals and actively pursues continuing education in his specialty. In 2002, Dr. Idank joined the Edison-Metuchen Orthopaedic Group as a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, also known as physiatry. The specialty of physiatry helps people with musculoskeletal injuries and disorders, including acute and chronic back and neck pain. Dr. Idank’s practice includes nerve testing with conduction studies, electromyography and injections for spine disorders. Is fellowship training gives him unique insight when evaluating and diagnosing patients in his efforts to help them return to an active and productive lifestyle.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 36 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, Russian
  • Umdnj
  • 31 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. David M Idank has 3 locations

Edison-Metuchen Orthopaedic Group

Edison, NJ 08837
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Edison Metuchen Orthopedic Group

10 Parsonage Rd Ste 312Edison, NJ 08837

Edison Metuchen Orthopedic Group

10 Parsonage RdEdison, NJ 08837

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4.9 
36 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Russian Speaks English Speaks English
Edison , NJBrooklyn , NYBrooklyn , NYNew York , NY
Med School: University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Sylhet M A G Osmani Medical College Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University
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Medical Specialties

Dr. David M Idank has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David M Idank has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Pain
  • EMG/Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Family Medicine
  • Injury
  • Nerve Damage
  • Prosthetics
  • Rehabilitation
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery Recovery

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Dr. David M Idank holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Umdnj.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Idank's NPI number is 1831256098.

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Dr. David Idank speaks Spanish and Russian.

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