The 20 Best Myelomeningocele Doctors Near Me in Hackensack, NJ

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The 20 Best Myelomeningocele Doctors near Hackensack, NJ

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 69 doctor with experience in Myelomeningocele near Hackensack, NJ. Of these, 57 are Experienced, 11 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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69 providers found
    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    General Surgery

    Hackensack University Medical Center

    30 Prospect Avenue, Pediatric Surgery, Wfan, Pc 311, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Barbara Coons is a General Surgeon in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Coons is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. Her top area of expertise is Myelomeningocele.

    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    Experienced in Myelomeningocele

    The Center For Pediatric Urology

    360 Essex Street, Suite 402, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Schlussel is a Pediatrics provider in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Schlussel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. His top areas of expertise are Undescended Testicle, Diphallia, Testicular Torsion, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Cystectomy.

    Lynn L. Simpson
    Advanced in Myelomeningocele
    Obstetrics and Gynecology | Neonatology
    Advanced in Myelomeningocele
    Obstetrics and Gynecology | Neonatology

    CUIMC/NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital

    3959 Broadway, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    As the Chief of the Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) division and the Hillary Rodham Clinton Professor of Women's Health, Dr. Simpson supports a skilled team of physicians with expertise in maternal medicine, critical-care obstetrics, prenatal pediatrics, high-risk deliveries, and research, offering the best maternal and fetal care in the region. She also serves as a leader at CUIMC's Carmen and John Thain Center for Prenatal Pediatrics, where patients with pregnancies complicated by fetal malformations, genetic syndromes, or multiple gestations receive comprehensive, multidisciplinary care in a state-of-the-art facility.As former Director of CUIMC's Ob/Gyn Ultrasound program, she has assembled an outstanding group of sonographers and physicians to provide the best available sonographic imaging to women with high-risk pregnancies. Dr. Simpson's specialized training in fetal echocardiography complements her expertise in prenatal diagnosis. She performs invasive fetal procedures such as chorionic villus sampling, amniocentesis, fetal blood sampling, and others required in complex cases, including, fetoscopy and laser photocoagulation for twin-twin transfusion syndrome. Dr. Simpson has served on the board of directors for the Society of Maternal Fetal Medicine, and was a recipient of the Leonard Tow Humanism in Medicine Award in 2010. Dr. Simpson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. Her top areas of expertise are Umbilical Hernia, Omphalocele, Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, Myelomeningocele, and Endoscopy.

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    Vincent P. Duron
    Advanced in Myelomeningocele
    General Surgery | Pediatric Surgery
    Advanced in Myelomeningocele
    General Surgery | Pediatric Surgery

    CUIMC/NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital

    3959 Broadway, Floor 2, Suite 215, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Vincent Duron, MD is Co-Director of Fetal Therapy, Director of Minimally Invasive Surgery, and Director of Pediatric Trauma and Surgical Critical Care. He practices the full spectrum of pediatric general surgery. He is an expert in minimally invasive surgery, specializing in surgery for congenital anomalies, biliary atresia, lung anomalies, and pectus excavatum. He performs fetal surgery for various conditions, including fetoscopic repair of myelomeningocele/spina bifida and fetoscopic endoluminal tracheal occlusion (FETO) for congenital diaphragmatic hernia. Dr. Duron is a well-funded surgeon-scientist. His research focuses on fluid optimization for critically ill children and fetal and neonatal diagnostics and surgery. He has received multiple research and teaching awards and is a frequently invited speaker, author, and reviewer. He is dedicated to global health and regularly returns to Iquitos, Peru, to train local surgeons in pediatric surgery. Dr. Duron is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. His top areas of expertise are Diaphragmatic Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Polyhydramnios, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Andrew J. Kobets
    Advanced in Myelomeningocele
    Advanced in Myelomeningocele

    Montefiore Department Of Neurosurgery

    111 East 210th Street, Foreman Pavillion, N7B, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Joshua Kobets, MD, is Attending Physician at Montefiore and Assistant Professor of Neurological Surgery at our Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Kobets specializes in pediatric neurological surgery with a focus on minimally invasive tumor resection, neuro-endoscopy for hydrocephalus, craniofacial reconstruction, Chiari malformation surgery, tethered cord syndrome repair, and pediatric cranial trauma management. Dr. Kobets is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Epidural Abscess, Myelomeningocele, Endovascular Embolization, and Laminectomy.

    Advanced in Myelomeningocele
    Advanced in Myelomeningocele

    HMH - Neurology - North Bergen

    7650 River Road, Suite 120, 
    North Bergen, NJ 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mostafa Khashab is a Neurosurgery provider in North Bergen, New Jersey. Dr. Khashab is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Encephalocele, Myelomeningocele, Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Emad N. Eskandar
    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    Experienced in Myelomeningocele

    Department Of Neurosurgery

    3316 Rochambeau Ave, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Eskandar is a world-renowned neurosurgeon and a prominent neurosurgical leader. He is an expert in the management of Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), brain tumors, epilepsy, trigeminal neuralgia and Parkinson Disease. Dr. Eskandar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. His top areas of expertise are Trigeminal Neuralgia, Seizures, Epilepsy, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Eathar A. Saad
    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    Experienced in Myelomeningocele

    The Department Of Rehabilitation Medicine

    150 East 210th Street, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    Rehabilitation Medicine, Electrodiagnosis, Rheumatology. Dr. Saad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. Her top areas of expertise are Hemiplegia, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Paraplegia, and Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type.

    Yuxi Chen
    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    Physiatry
    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    Physiatry

    The Department Of Rehabilitation Medicine

    150 East 210th Street, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yuxi Chen is a Physiatrist in Bronx, New York. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. Her top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation Type 2, Cerebral Palsy, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, Syringomyelia, and Rhizotomy.

    Mandana Behbahani
    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    Experienced in Myelomeningocele

    Montefiore At 3316 Rochambeau Avenue

    3316 Rochambeau Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mandana Behbahani, MD, is an attending physician and Assistant Professor, Neurological Surgery at Montefiore Einstein. Dr. Behbahani specializes in pediatric neurological surgery with a focus on pediatric neuro-oncology, skull base, neuro-endoscopy, epilepsy, and vascular pathologies. Dr. Behbahani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. Her top areas of expertise are Rathke Cleft Cyst, Brachial Plexopathy, Central Pain Syndrome, Tissue Biopsy, and Laminectomy.

    Distinguished in Myelomeningocele
    Pediatric Surgery
    Distinguished in Myelomeningocele
    Pediatric Surgery

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    1275 York Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Enrico Danzer is a Pediatric Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Danzer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Omphalocele, and Endoscopy. Dr. Danzer is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    Internal Medicine

    Advanced Medical Group

    92 Summit Avenue, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hussain Manji is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Manji is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Angioplasty.

    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    Family Medicine

    Office

    700 Kinderkamack Rd Ste 202, 
    Oradell, NJ 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Odessa Hoinkis is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Oradell, New Jersey. Dr. Hoinkis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. Her top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Edema, Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    Neurosurgery

    Advanced Neurosurgery Associates

    201 Route 17, Suite 501, 
    Rutherford, NJ 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Meleine Sosa is a Neurosurgery provider in Rutherford, New Jersey. Dr. Sosa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. Her top areas of expertise are Arachnoid Cysts, Hydrocephalus, Sunken Fontanelles, and Choroid Plexus Cyst. Dr. Sosa is currently accepting new patients.

    Neil A. Feldstein
    Advanced in Myelomeningocele
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    Advanced in Myelomeningocele
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery

    CUIMC/Neurological Institute Of New York

    710 West 168th Street, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Feldstein has been the director of the Division of Pediatric Neurological Surgery since his arrival in 1994. Among his interests and expertise is a national reputation in the management of Chiari Malformations and spinal dysraphism. He has an active practice in such subspecialty areas as brain and spinal cord tumors, craniofacial abnormalities, vascular malformations such as Moyamoya, AVMs and cavernous malformations. In an effort to decrease operative time and morbidity as well as hospital stay he has begun to utilize endoscopic assistance to perform common procedures through smaller incisions. This is currently seen in the management of craniosynostosis, chiari malformations and in certain forms of hydrocephalus. Dr. Feldstein’s practice is based at the Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital of New York.His special interests include spinal dysraphism/tethered spinal cord, craniofacial surgery, brain tumors, chiari malformations, syringomyelia, vascular (Moyamoya, Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformations). Dr. Feldstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Myelomeningocele, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Rhizotomy.

    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Uma Reddy is a Neonatologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in New York, New York. Dr. Reddy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. Her top areas of expertise are Gestational Diabetes, Newborn Transient Tachypnea, Placental Insufficiency, High Blood Pressure in Infants, and Hysterectomy.

    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    Obstetrics and Gynecology | Neonatology
    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    Obstetrics and Gynecology | Neonatology

    CUIMC/NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital

    3959 Broadway, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Breslin is a member of the team of Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) clinicians who provide invasive and non-invasive procedures for fetal diagnosis and therapy including amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling, fetal blood sampling, in-utero transfusions and other invasive clinical procedures. Dr. Breslin's clinical and research interests include prenatal diagnosis, evaluation of fetal malformations and management of complicated multiple pregnancies. Dr. Breslin completed medical school at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, following which she underwent specialty training in OBGYN at the Rotunda Maternity Hospital prior to moving to NYC. Dr. Breslin completed residency and subspecialty fellowship training in MFM at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Dr. Breslin has presented at national conferences and published several peer-reviewed research manuscripts and book chapters related to fetal procedures, clinical obstetrics and fetal diagnosis. Dr. Breslin is a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and a member of the Society of Maternal-Fetal Medicine. Dr. Breslin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. Her top areas of expertise are Umbilical Hernia, Omphalocele, Retroversion of the Uterus, Premature Infant, and Hysterectomy.

    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    ColumbiaDoctors - Midtown

    51 W 51st St Ste 320, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maria Andrikopoulou is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in New York, New York. Dr. Andrikopoulou is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. Her top areas of expertise are Retroversion of the Uterus, Premature Infant, Preeclampsia, Endometritis, and Hysterectomy.

    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    Experienced in Myelomeningocele

    Pediatric Surgery And Pediatric Trauma-Upper East Side

    520 E 70th St # L-718, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mollie Freedman is a Pediatrics provider in New York, New York. Dr. Freedman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. Her top areas of expertise are Myelomeningocele, Ampullary Cancer, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Appendectomy.

    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Myelomeningocele
    Internal Medicine

    665 Pelham Parkway North, #301

    665 Pelham Parkway North, #301, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mitchell Shear is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Shear is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myelomeningocele. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Asthma in Children, Asthma, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Myelomeningocele?

    Myelomeningocele is a birth defect in which the backbone and spinal canal do not close fully before birth.

    The condition is a type of neural tube defect (NTD).

    When should I see a Myelomeningocele doctor near Hackensack, NJ?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Myelomeningocele doctor near Hackensack, NJ?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Myelomeningocele doctors near Hackensack, NJ?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Myelomeningocele doctors near Hackensack, NJ?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Myelomeningocele doctor near Hackensack, NJ?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Myelomeningocele doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Myelomeningocele doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Myelomeningocele doctor near Hackensack, NJ?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Myelomeningocele doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Myelomeningocele doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Myelomeningocele doctors near Hackensack, NJ?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Myelomeningocele doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Myelomeningocele doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Myelomeningocele doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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