Dr. Jaime H. Nieto
Overview
"Jaime Humberto Nieto, MD, MBA, MS is a board certified neurosurgeon affiliated with over a dozen hospitals, including North Shore University Hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, and South Shore University Hospital. He also serves as an Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.Dr. Nieto has been a practicing neurosurgeon for over 18 years, serving patient populations across Brooklyn and Queens. This considerable body of work has allowed Dr. Nieto to hone his expertise in all areas of neurosurgery including general, vascular and trauma, most notably degenerative spine conditions and spine trauma.When it comes to working with patients, Dr. Nieto places emphasis on compassion and reassurance. He understands that surgery or even considering it can be a stressful experience, so he insists on answering all his patients' questions about the intricacies of their procedures. He treats patients like family, guiding them along the difficult road of an operation and possible aftereffects.A great deal of Dr. Nieto's career research has focused on the spine; spinal cord tumors, degenerative spinal cord issues, and the desire to develop more minimally invasive endoscopic surgery options. During his residency he took a course at the Christopher Reeve Spinal Injury Center at UC Irvine, and was inspired along with colleagues to develop a spinal cord injury model, which has since evolved into a cutting-edge nonhuman primate research model that receives stem cell injections, nerve grafts and synthetic nerves.Dr. Nieto graduated from medical school at SUNY Upstate Medical University, and completed his residency at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. He completed an in-residency he completed a fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic.Dr. Nieto is a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the North American Spine Society, the Academy of Neuroscience, and is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Nieto's robust discoveries in this arena have been featured in publications such as Neuroscience and the Journal of Neuroscience, and he has presented before the Society of Neuroscience and the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. He is a 2019 recipient of El Diario's ""El Award"" for his achievements as a Latino member of the surgical community, as well as an honorary degree, ""Doctor of Science Honoris Causa,"" from his undergrad alma mater, Mercy College.".
Dr. Nieto is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Herniated Disk, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
95-25 Queens Boulevard, Suite D, Rego Park, NY 11374
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Dr. Nieto has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jaime H. Nieto
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jaime H. Nieto?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jaime H. Nieto by calling their office at 718-925-6546. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jaime H. Nieto a top-rated expert for Spinal Stenosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jaime H. Nieto is classified as an Advanced expert for Spinal Stenosis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Jaime H. Nieto specialize in?
While Dr. Jaime H. Nieto is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Spinal Stenosis, Herniated Disk, and Posterior Fossa Tumor. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Jaime H. Nieto participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jaime H. Nieto has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spinal Stenosis. You can view a list of Dr. Jaime H. Nieto's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jaime H. Nieto accept my insurance?
Dr. Jaime H. Nieto accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-925-6546 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Herniated DiskDr. Nieto isAdvanced. Learn about Herniated Disk.
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Nieto isAdvanced. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)
- Spinal StenosisDr. Nieto isAdvanced. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
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- Arachnoid CystsDr. Nieto isExperienced. Learn about Arachnoid Cysts.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Nieto isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- AstrocytomaDr. Nieto isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
- Bone GraftDr. Nieto isExperienced. Learn about Bone Graft.
- Brain AneurysmDr. Nieto isExperienced. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.