David P. Speach, M.D.
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David P. Speach, M.D.
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He earned his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical Center and completed a residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at URMC. Dr. Speach has written or reviewed several medical papers and books on rehabilitation topics. He is a board-certified physician and an Associate Professor in the Departments of Orthopaedics and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at URMC.
Certified Specialties
Neuromuscular Medicine - American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Faculty Appointments
Clinical Associate Professor (Voluntary) - Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (SMD)
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry 1993 - 1996
Transitional Year, St Joseph's Hospital, Syracuse, NY 1988 - 1989
Education
MD | SUNY Upstate Medical Center. Medicine. 1988
BS | University of Notre Dame. Pre-Medical. 1984
Awards
Faculty Teaching Award. 2012
Faculty Teaching Award. 2004
Alpha Omega Alpha. 1987
Publications
Journal Articles
Sheen S, Speach D, Jones CMC, Raiford ME, Hammert WC
The Journal of hand surgery.. 2025 March 50 (3):259-264. Epub 01/10/2025.
Chirokikh AA, Carroll TJ, Hoffman S, Speach D, Jones CMC, Ketonis C
Hand : official journal of the American Association for Hand Surgery.. 2025 January 20 (1):87-91. Epub 09/25/2023.
Sheen S, Ahmed A, Raiford ME, Jones CMC, Morrison E, Hauber K, Orsini J, Hammert WC, Speach D
PM & R : the journal of injury, function, and rehabilitation.. 2024 November 16 (11):1190-1194. Epub 03/26/2024.
Catanzaro, M.; Santangelo,G.; Ketonis, C.; Speach D.
Hand. 2023; 18(6).
David P. Speach; Daniel J. Lee; John Elfar; Patrick Abt.
Is medial elbow pain correlated with cubital tunnel syndrome? An electrodiagnostic study
Everett CR, Baskin MN, Speech D, Novoseletsky D, Patel R
Pain physician.. 2004 October 7 (4):427-9. Epub 1900 01 01.
Speach DP, Wong TM, Cattarin JA, Livecchi MA
Brain injury. 1998 March 12 (3):239-44. Epub 1900 01 01.
Speach DP, Dombovy ML
Baillière's clinical neurology.. 1995 August 4 (2):317-38. Epub 1900 01 01.
Books
The Comprehensive Treatment of the Aging Spine: Minimally Invasive and Advanced (2010)
Chapter: Aquatic Therapy
Authors: Cesarz T. Speach DP.
Publisher: Saunders 2010
Balliere's Clinical Neurology (1995)
Chapter: Recovery from Stroke: Rehabilitation
Authors: Speach DP, Dombovy, ML
Publisher: Bailliere Tindall 1995
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Patient Comments
Dr. Speach is the best. He's been my provider for about 20 years. I trust him to act in my best interest and to tell me accurately about my condition. I knew he was retiring and this would be my last visit with him. I am glad he's moving on to enjoy his life but sad for me and his other patients who will miss his caring, gentle and easy manner. I cried and he gave me a hug.
May 05, 2025
Dr Speach is great - has been my doctor for almost 20 years and is the best. He has moved me to one of his colleagues but I will really miss him. His retirement to be near his grandkids is just further evidence of his commitment to his patients. He will be sorely missed.
May 04, 2025
Dr. Speach is wonderful
Mar 24, 2025
Excellent!
Jan 13, 2025
Dr. Speach is excellent. He listens and responds to what is asked, he doesn't assume, he genuinely cares and he's a nice guy -- someone you want to handle your care.
Dec 16, 2024
Dr Speach is the best. He is ever present when you see him, follows up with everything, and is on top of everything. He gets the highest score you have!
Oct 11, 2024
I consistently receive outstanding care from Dr. Speach.
Oct 07, 2024
Dr. Speach and his counterpart (I don't remember his name) were very considerate of my condition in performing the test. They made efforts to insure I was comfortable. They were very respectful.
Sep 24, 2024
I have been recommending Dr. Speach two people. He's terrific. Very knowledgeable and help expedite an injection. I need to get quickly! Hands-down I think he's the best specialist around!
Aug 24, 2024
Dr. Speach took the time to talk with my son and wife. He explained in terms we could understand what the test meant and offered several suggestions to make daily life easier and safer in regards to falls. We were so appreciative of his kind, caring manner
Aug 11, 2024
Excellent care!!!
Aug 05, 2024
He is outstanding
May 04, 2024
Exceptional, caring provider!
Dec 30, 2023
Dr. Speach is kind and understanding of my issues and gives good advice.
Nov 08, 2023
I always appreciate that he takes the time to explain options and risk versus benefit
Oct 07, 2023
Dr. Speach is a wonderful doctor. I enjoy seeing him. He's been my doctor since 2012!
Sep 13, 2023
Each time interfacing w/Dr. Speach - both in person and via MyChart - has been an excellent experience.
Jul 13, 2023
Thank You Dr. Speach For Professional and Courteous Support
Jun 09, 2023
Dr. Speach provided me with options and promptly helped me get on the schedule with the Dr. Everett when I decided.
Mar 27, 2023