Overview
Dr. R. Samuel Mayer is an associate professor of physical medicine and rehabilitation at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. His clinical interests include complications of critical illness, spine disorders, pain management, disorders of muscle tone and cancer rehabilitation. Dr. Mayer serves as the director of cancer rehabilitation, director of undergraduate medical education and residency program director for the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He graduated from the honors program in medical education at Northwestern University School of Medicine and completed his residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Rush Medical College. He was chair of the Committee on Medical Education for the American Medical Student Association while he was a medical student. After completing his residency, he remained on faculty at Rush Medical College, eventually becoming the residency program director and acting chair of the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He joined the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Johns Hopkins in 2001. Dr. Mayer serves as director of the Medical Student Summer Clinical Experience in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation for the Association of Academic Physiatrists. He is Editor in Chief of Knowledge NOW, the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation's online encyclopedia of the field. In 2014, he was named Distinguished Clinician by the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Dr. Mayer is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), Hemiplegia, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, and Guillain-Barre Syndrome.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 15 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1800 Orleans Street, Meyer 1-163, Meyer 1-163, Baltimore, MD 21287
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sam Mayer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sam Mayer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sam Mayer by calling their office at 443-997-5476. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sam Mayer a top-rated expert for Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sam Mayer is classified as an Advanced expert for Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Sam Mayer specialize in?
While Dr. Sam Mayer is a Physiatry, they have specific expertise in Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), Hemiplegia, and Miller-Fisher Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Physiatry.
Does Dr. Sam Mayer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sam Mayer has published 15 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG). You can view a list of Dr. Sam Mayer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sam Mayer accept my insurance?
Dr. Sam Mayer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 443-997-5476 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Cerebral PalsyDr. Mayer isAdvanced. Learn about Cerebral Palsy.
- Guillain-Barre SyndromeDr. Mayer isAdvanced. Learn about Guillain-Barre Syndrome.
- HemiplegiaDr. Mayer isAdvanced. Learn about Hemiplegia.
- Miller-Fisher SyndromeDr. Mayer isAdvanced. Learn about Miller-Fisher Syndrome.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)
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- Alien Hand SyndromeDr. Mayer isExperienced. Learn about Alien Hand Syndrome.
- BursitisDr. Mayer isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Chiari Malformation Type 2Dr. Mayer isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 2.
- Chronic PainDr. Mayer isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pain.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Mayer isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- Complex Regional Pain SyndromeDr. Mayer isExperienced. Learn about Complex Regional Pain Syndrome.