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James M. Snyder, M.D.

James M. Snyder, M.D.

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation , Medicine

4.9 out of 5 stars
UR Medicine Faculty The University of Rochester Medical Faculty Group (URMFG) consists of over 900 specialist and primary care providers spanning 19 departments. URMFG is certified by the National Committee for Quality Assurance.
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Accepting New Patients

Contact

Appointment (585) 275-5321

Locations

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Penfield

Spring Pines Office Park
1672 Empire Boulevard, Suite 100
Webster, NY 14580

About Me

Dr. Snyder specializes in the non-surgical and interventional treatment of pinched spinal nerves (sciatica or radiculopathy), herniated discs, spondylolisthesis, spinal arthritis and spinal stenosis. As a physiatrist, or physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist, he utilizes a combination of s...
Dr. Snyder specializes in the non-surgical and interventional treatment of pinched spinal nerves (sciatica or radiculopathy), herniated discs, spondylolisthesis, spinal arthritis and spinal stenosis. As a physiatrist, or physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist, he utilizes a combination of specific physical and functional rehabilitative measures in combination with injections to restore function and provide long-term success in the management of spinal disorders.

Dr. Snyder completed his undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering with a minor in Biomedical Engineering at Colorado School of Mines in 2005. He worked in that capacity until switching careers and graduating from Albany Medical College in 2016. He completed his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Rochester in 2020 where he received the Spirit of Carol award for humanism and exceptional patient care. Under the tutelage of Dr. Michael Furman at OSS he completed a fellowship in Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine in 2021. He is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

Faculty Appointments

Assistant Professor of Clinical Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (SMD)

Credentials

Residency & Fellowship

Fellowship, Interventional Spine, OSS Health. 2020 - 2021

Residency, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, University of Rochester Medical Center. 2017 - 2020

Internship, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, University of Rochester Medical Center. 2016 - 2017

Education

MD | Albany Medical College. 2016

Ratings & Comments

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Ratings

Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

4.9 stars

Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others

4.9 stars

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.9 stars

Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care

4.9 stars

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.9 stars

Patient Comments

5.0 stars

Excellent

Sep 29, 2025

5.0 stars

Dr. Snyder was awesome he did a great job with explaining to me about what my body was going through with the aging process. He was very informative and patient with me. He was awesome!

Sep 28, 2025

5.0 stars

One of best doctors I've ever met

Aug 23, 2025

5.0 stars

Dr. Snyder was great to discuss my problem with easy to understand his explanations

Aug 09, 2025

5.0 stars

Dr. Snyder listened and gave sound answers and suggestions.

Aug 07, 2025

5.0 stars

Dr. Snyder was very attentive and offered treatment plan for my concerns regarding medication. I was very appreciative of his advice and recommendations. They more than met my needs.

Aug 05, 2025

5.0 stars

Dr Snyder was very thorough and clear with explanations. Gave me every available option for treatment. Extremely helpful

Jul 31, 2025

5.0 stars

I thought Dr Snyder was excellent explaining things to me.

Jul 19, 2025

5.0 stars

Listened carefully to my questions and my medical issues

Jul 13, 2025

5.0 stars

Very grateful for the care and advice I received. Was transferred to ER for additional tests.

Jul 01, 2025

5.0

Every appt with Dr. Snyder has been outstanding. He is familiar with my issues, knowledgeable.professional, and compassionate

Jun 30, 2025

5.0

Excellent

Jun 13, 2025

5.0

Dr Snyder is very thorough. He reviewed the MRI with me and was patient with my questions and future outlook for healing.

Jun 01, 2025

5.0

Dr reviewed my cray with me discussed treatment options and set up Treatment plan. Very open to questions and options and left feeling he was excellent doctor and best choice for treatment

May 27, 2025

5.0

I came with a long list of questions and concerns and Dr. Snyder took time and close attention to answer every one of them. He was very reassuring, a compassionate listener.

May 26, 2025

5.0

Dr James Snyder was great

May 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Snyder is wonderful and have recommended him to others

May 03, 2025

5.0

Dr Snyder was excellent. He listened attentively and explained things thoroughly and answered all questions. Left with good understanding of action plan.

May 03, 2025

5.0

He took time to explain and address all my questions. [...]

May 02, 2025

5.0

Very educational, kind and thorough.

Apr 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Snyder is an excellent communicator. He explained my treatment options and the pros and cons very clearly.

Apr 01, 2025

5.0

Dr Snyder was very personable and so easy to talk to. He was a plethora of information and took the extra time to look into my chart to answer all my questions.

Mar 24, 2025

5.0

I am looking forward to figuring out my issue I feel you can do it

Mar 22, 2025

5.0

My first to meet Dr James Snyder! He's listening patient problems find a solutions which is great! Thank you Dr Snyder !!

Mar 15, 2025

5.0

Dr was very informative, explained my medical issue in depth, did not rush through anything, have me options and came up with a plan with me. Extremely happy with my visit

Feb 27, 2025

5.0

I was very impressed with Dr Snyder. We explained everything to me and listened/answered all my questions. Very good 1st time visit

Feb 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. Snyder took the time to explain the results of my MRI and possible treatments. On a scale of 1-5 he gets a 10.

Jan 06, 2025

5.0

Dr Snyder was sympathetic to my personal situation and I appreciated that very much.

Dec 29, 2024

5.0

I was listened to and treated with kindness and respect

Dec 28, 2024

5.0

Dr. James Snyder was outstanding in clarity, explanation, options. I would definitely recommend him.

Nov 18, 2024

5.0

Everything was great

Nov 14, 2024

3.5

I was never given proposed treatment Options or risks. There was no discussion Of medication.

Nov 14, 2024

5.0

Provider ALWAYS listens carefully to my concerns.

Nov 10, 2024

5.0

I saw the Physician, Dr. Snyder. He was very nice and listened to all I had to say and he explained everything very well. I learned from him.

Nov 06, 2024

2.4

Visit felt rushed . I felt I was an inconvenience. Also I asked the provider to fill out a FMLA form, he rushed through it , didn't finish filling it out , didn't even ask me how many days I thought were Necessary. He also put that in 2025 I will recover from my condition which is a permanent back injury .

Nov 03, 2024

5.0

Dr Snyder was GREAT

Oct 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Snyder is the best! He listens and engages in the conversation confirming that you understand all that he is sharing. He is not patronizing. I appreciate that. I have referred several of my friends to him and boasted of your facility.

Oct 01, 2024

5.0

Dr Snyder and the PA were very attentative to my needs and listened to my situation.

Aug 27, 2024

5.0

Excellent rapport with Dr. James Snyder.

Aug 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Snyder is excellent in every way.

Aug 17, 2024

5.0

I love Dr. Snyder. He answers all my questions and explains procedures so I can understand. He treats me with respect and not patronizing. He is professional and compassionate.

Aug 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Snyder explained my MRI results and answered all my questions. I felt at ease as to what to expect after talking with him. He was very pleasant. I already heard so many good things about him!

Aug 10, 2024

5.0

Doctor was very engaging and open when reviewing my options.

Aug 08, 2024

5.0

Very good visit. Dr. Snyder explained in detail my concerns.

Jul 27, 2024

3.3

Kind of quick visit

Jun 23, 2024

5.0

Dr Snyder and his team are great.

Jun 03, 2024

5.0

Very good visit.

May 11, 2024

5.0

Excellent

May 11, 2024

5.0

Dr. Snyder was very thorough, was clearly familiar with my test results and provided excellent information to help make good choices.

May 09, 2024

5.0

Dr Snyder was amazing. Was knowledgeable before the visit. Took a lot of time explaining my condition along with options.

Apr 26, 2024

5.0

Dr Snyder is always caring and aware of my case. He is professional but kind, like family. I refer him to my friends

Apr 22, 2024

5.0

Excellent! Very happy w/visit.

Feb 14, 2024

5.0

Dr Snyder listens!!! He respects the patients experience and . Input and personal history and general wisdom

Dec 16, 2023

5.0

Dr. Snyder was a very kind and caring dr.

Nov 10, 2023