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Isaac Schmale, M.D.
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Clinton Woods
2365 South Clinton Avenue, Suite 200
Rochester, NY 14618
About Me
Area of focus include:
- Medical and surgical treatment of chronic rhinosinusitis
- Revision sinus surgery
- In-Office treatment for nasal breathing and sinus conditions
- Nasal polyps
- Endoscopic sinus surgery
- Endoscopic skull base surgery
- Endoscopic pituitary surgery
- Treatment of Benign and malignant nasal tumors
- Treatment of Skull-base tumors
- Deviated nasal septum
- Cerebrospinal fluid leak repair
- Anosmia (smell loss)
- Endoscopic lacrimal surgery
- Endoscopic orbital surgery
- Aspirin-exacerbated respiratory disease (AERD)
Certified Specialties
Otolaryngology, Head And Neck Surgery - American Board of Otolaryngology
Faculty Appointments
Assistant Professor - Department of Otolaryngology (SMD)
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Fellowship, Memorial Hermann Hospital-Texas Medical Center. 2019 - 2020
Residency, Otolaryngology, University of Rochester Medical Center. 2014 - 2019
Education
MD | University of Southern California School of Medicine. 2014
Publications
Journal Articles
Saini AT, Jiang ZY, Starr NC, Talmadge J, Schmale I, Radabaugh P, Yao WC, Luong AU, Citardi MJ
International forum of allergy & rhinology.. 2022 July 12 (7):910-916. Epub 01/10/2022.
Nimmagadda SV, Schmale IL, Man LX
American journal of rhinology & allergy.. 2022 July 36 (4):529-538. Epub 02/23/2022.
Tyler MA, Lam K, Marino MJ, Yao WC, Schmale I, Citardi MJ, Luong AU
International forum of allergy & rhinology.. 2021 November 11 (11):1577-1587. Epub 06/02/2021.
Schmale IL, Yao WC, Citardi MJ
Laryngoscope investigative otolaryngology.. 2021 October 6 (5):899-903. Epub 08/19/2021.
Schmale IL, Yao WC, Luong AU, Citardi MJ
American journal of otolaryngology.. 2021 42 (4):102971. Epub 02/17/2021.
Jiang ZY, Huang Z, Schmale I, Brown EL, Lorenz MC, Patlovich SJ, Goswami K, Wilson HB, Ahmad J, Alexander R, Bryan W, Burke L, Citardi MJ, Elias J, Ho T, Jacob J, Low G, Miramón P, Patki AU, Yao WC, Luong AU
American journal of otolaryngology.. 2021 42 (5):103017. Epub 03/31/2021.
Varghese JJ, Schmale IL, Hansen ME, Newlands SD, Benoit DSW, Ovitt CE
Journal of visualized experiments : JoVE.. 2018 May 4 (135)Epub 05/04/2018.
Varghese JJ, Schmale IL, Wang Y, Hansen ME, Newlands SD, Ovitt CE, Benoit DSW
Journal of visualized experiments : JoVE.. 2018 May 3 (135)Epub 05/03/2018.
Yamamoto VN, Thylur DS, Bauschard M, Schmale I, Sinha UK
Oral oncology.. 2016 December 63 :44-51. Epub 11/15/2016.
Ratings & Comments
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Patient Comments
My experience with Dr. Schmale was bar none one of the worst medical experiences I have ever encountered through my long tenure as a patient with URMC. [...] I will not be seeking care from this provider again.
Jan 24, 2026
I did not feel cared for by this provider. [...]
Jan 24, 2026
The Dr was very helpful and informative excellent!
Jan 22, 2026
Great Dr , great personality, eye contact and smiling.
Jan 15, 2026
Great
Jan 14, 2026
He Was Good At Meeting My Needs
Dec 25, 2025
The doctor and NP listened to my concerns, explained the medical concerns well, and answered all my questions. I felt heard and appreciated their attentiveness.
Nov 16, 2025
Dr Schmale is Terrific.Dr Schmale has a "Wonderful,Good Old Fashioned" Bedside Manor. He is Smart, Thorough, Read My History ahead of Time, Gentle while In My Nose and Above All, He explained Everything In a Way I Understood. We also discussed the Risks Involved with Blood Thinners, No Doctor has done that Ever. He just wanted Me to Weigh My Options. I have Complete Confidence in My Future Treatment of My Epistaxis with Dr Schmale in Charge. At 77+ I was Scared at the Blood Loss and Clotting, but He Calmed My Anxieties and I Feel Blessed to Add Dr Schmale to My Care Team. This Office is a "Cut" above and should be Recognized for it's Friendly,Caring, Knowledgeable, Upbeat Vibe. Love this Doc,Love this Office.
Aug 07, 2025
Dr Schmale was excellent
Jul 25, 2025
I had an excellent experience with Dr. Schmale and his assistant Dr. Nimmagadda! They were both very genuine and took the time to get to know me and my health history. They asked several questions, reviewed my previous CT scan, and discussed possible problems and treatment options. I would definitely recommend these two care providers to others!
Jul 22, 2025
I was shocked..I should have came here in the first place years ago! Found out information that I never knew. I was placed on antibiotics for so many years, most of the time it was NOT needed. I'll be seeing a specialist for my TMJ and visit the Dr again in 6 months. I definitely will recommend..thank you so much for listening and telling me what was really going on.
Jun 30, 2025
Awesome appointment and informative
Jun 28, 2025
Very patient and listened to my concerns and questions!
May 17, 2025
Doc and his assistant were knowledgeable and helpful
Apr 22, 2025
Very satisfied
Apr 03, 2025
I wish I could put "6 (exceptional)" for all of these categories
Mar 13, 2025
Excellent. MDs/Residents/PAs all wonderful
Mar 01, 2025
The doctor was very thorough , knowledgeable and kind in the treatment he provided.
Jan 23, 2025
Dr Schmale was very congenial and answered questions in detail.
Nov 21, 2024
Very good experience
Oct 16, 2024
Dr. Schmale was very kind and honest about trying to fill in the gaps towards my care, and he has been very transparent about my care plan.
Oct 13, 2024
Dr. Issac Shamale was extremely kind, caring and interested. He was prepared for me by knowing all necessary information about my health problem and concerns. I see numerous doctors on a regular basis and I was most impressed with Dr. Shamale. I look forward to seeing him again to monitor my health situation.
Oct 13, 2024
He was the best
Jun 14, 2024
I have referred a friend!
May 26, 2024
Very thorough ty
May 07, 2024
Dr Schmale was very friendly and helpful.
May 03, 2024
Provider did not appear to be interested in me as a person. He also did not appear to be interested in my questions and brushed them off.
Apr 26, 2024
He's extremely knowledgeable.
Apr 21, 2024
Very disappointed in His bedside manner and concern for my symptoms [...]
Feb 12, 2024
It was great.
Jan 25, 2024
He really listened to me and made me feel I'm just not a number / patient check status and move on wanted to know my concerns and listened
Jan 20, 2024
I was ignored when I I would list concerns, [...]
Dec 20, 2023
He was just as concerned as I was
Nov 02, 2023
Amazing..upfront..very concerned . Love him
Oct 26, 2023
Dr gave me honest options and possible results of each
Sep 24, 2023
Good
Sep 24, 2023
I already have recommended Dr. Schmale & Dr. O'Connell.
Aug 28, 2023
Provider knowing of other health issues took time explaining and offered help working with other providers to resolve both issues.
Aug 21, 2023
Doctor doesn't listen to symptoms [...]
Jul 25, 2023
All very good [...]
Jun 18, 2023
Dr. Schmale has been a wonderful support for me during the past 2 years that he has treated me. He listens. He understands. He's honest. He gives me options. He reassures me and calms my fears. He's a cheerleader and advocate to get the best care for yourself whether it's with him or someone else. I felt totally at ease when he did my brain surgery. I'm complicated, but he was up for the challenge. Glad to be his patient.
Jun 08, 2023
The doctor was very nice and he took time explaining my questions and concerns.
May 11, 2023
Extremely satisfied and a surgical procedure has been recommended.
Mar 30, 2023
The provider was absolutely wonderful!
Feb 21, 2023
Information was plentiful. Empathy was lacking.
Feb 15, 2023