Dr. Jack Schim, MD
Physician
Neurology
Specialty
Pain Medicine
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Dr. Schim specializes in the treatment of headache and serves as Co-director of the Headache Center of California. He is also Medical Director of the Stroke Program at Tri-City Medical Center.
He has been using Botox therapeutically since 1989 for numerous therapeutic purposes including migraine headache, movement disorders, spasticity, hyperhidrosis, and numerous pain conditions.
He has been using Botox therapeutically since 1989 for numerous therapeutic purposes including migraine headache, movement disorders, spasticity, hyperhidrosis, and numerous pain conditions.
About Dr. Jack Schim, MD
Jack Schim, MD is a board-certified neurologist providing care to patients in the San Diego area at the Neurology Center of Southern California.
He is a Voluntary Assistant Clinical Professor in the Neuroscience Department at University of California San Diego.
Dr. Schim has been a clinical investigator in multiple clinical trials including pain, movement disorders, chronic headache, stroke and spasticity, amongst others.
He is a Voluntary Assistant Clinical Professor in the Neuroscience Department at University of California San Diego.
Dr. Schim has been a clinical investigator in multiple clinical trials including pain, movement disorders, chronic headache, stroke and spasticity, amongst others.
Conditions Treated
Alzheimer's Disease
Diabetic Neuropathy
Epilepsy
Headaches
Multiple Sclerosis
Parkinson's Disease
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS)
Spasticity
Stroke
Procedures & Services
EEG (Electroencephalogram)
MRI of the Head (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
Patient Education Resources
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Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be managed without medication, although medication is often a common treatment option. Medications such as stimulants (e.g. Ritalin®, Adderall) ...
I snore regularly. Should I be worried about sleep apnea?
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Snoring is a common symptom of sleep apnea, a serious sleep disorder that causes a person to stop breathing for short periods of time during sleep. People with sleep apnea often snore loudly and frequ...
My father is taking levodopa for his Parkinson's Disease but his condition is worsening again. What can he do next?
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Levodopa is the most commonly used medication for treating the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, it works by increasing the levels of dopamine in the brain, which can help to improve symptoms such ...
What can I do for my child's frequent headaches?
Frequent headaches in children can be caused by a variety of factors, including stress, anxiety, poor sleep, and certain foods or drinks. Here are a few things you can do to help alleviate your child&...
Frequent headaches in children can be caused by a variety of factors, including stress, anxiety, poor sleep, and certain foods or drinks. Here are a few things you can do to help alleviate your child&...
When should I consider starting disease-modifying therapy for multiple sclerosis?
The decision to start disease-modifying therapy (DMT) for multiple sclerosis (MS) is usually based on the type and severity of the disease, as well as the person's individual needs and preferences...
The decision to start disease-modifying therapy (DMT) for multiple sclerosis (MS) is usually based on the type and severity of the disease, as well as the person's individual needs and preferences...
Education & Training
Dr. Schim grew up in Miami, Florida, and attended the University of Miami and then earned a MFA in Ceramics and Photography. He then received his medical degree (MD) and from University of California San Diego (UCSD) Medical School and completed his neurology residency at UCSD.
Professional Affiliations
The Neurology Center of Southern California
The Neurology Center of Southern California is the premier neurologic medical group in North San Diego County dedicated to Excellence in Neurologic Care and Research.
The Neurology Center provides diagnostic treatment services for patients with disorders of the nervous system. Our neurologists are affiliated with Scripps Hospital in Encinitas and La Jolla, Tri City Medical Center in Oceanside, Palomar Medical Center in Escondido and Pomerado Hospital in Poway. Many of our neurologists have appointments to the volunteer faculty at UCSD, and are actively involved with the neurology training program there.
The Neurology Center provides diagnostic treatment services for patients with disorders of the nervous system. Our neurologists are affiliated with Scripps Hospital in Encinitas and La Jolla, Tri City Medical Center in Oceanside, Palomar Medical Center in Escondido and Pomerado Hospital in Poway. Many of our neurologists have appointments to the volunteer faculty at UCSD, and are actively involved with the neurology training program there.