25 of the Best Neurosurgeons Near Me in harrington park, NJ

Looking for the best neurosurgeon near harrington park, NJ? Find a top neurosurgeon near you in harrington park, NJ who is an expert in your specific condition. A neurosurgeon is a doctor who specializes in performing surgery on the brain, spine, and spinal cord.

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    Moses Ir

    111 East 210th Street, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Altschul, MD—a graduate of SUNY Downstate College of Medicine in Brooklyn, New York completed a general surgery internship, neurological surgery residency (he served as chief resident) and a fellowship in Endovascular Neurosurgery at Montefiore. Dr. Altschul is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Altschul is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Altschul is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
    12
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    North Jersey Brain And Spine Center

    680 Kinderkamack Road, Suite 300, 
    Oradell, NJ 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Daniel Walzman is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Oradell, New Jersey. Dr. Walzman is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Delirium, Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement. Dr. Walzman is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Walzman is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
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    Expertise in
    9
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    Department Of Neurosurgery

    3316 Rochambeau Ave, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    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 highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trigeminal Neuralgia, Seizures, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Eskandar is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Eskandar is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
    36
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    CUIMC/Neurological Institute Of New York

    710 W 168th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (10.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Bruce is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Bruce is highly rated in 36 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Bruce is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
    18
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    Endoscopic Spine Institute Of New York

    215 E 77th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Albert Telfeian is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Telfeian is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Herniated Disk, Spasticity, Foot Drop, Laminectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Expertise in
    27
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    Expertise in
    27
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    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosurgery & Spine At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 3rd Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Boockvar, MD, is the vice chair of the Department of Neurosurgery at Lenox Hill Hospital and director of the department's Brain Tumor Center, the Pituitary/Neuroendocrine Center, and the New York Head and Neck Institute at Lenox Hill and Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat hospitals. Dr. Boockvar is a professor of neurological surgery and otolaryngology/head and neck surgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. He is also an investigator at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, where he directs the Laboratory for Brain Tumor Biology and Therapy. Dr. Boockvar was appointed as an adjunct professor at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory thanks to his great advancements in understanding and treating brain cancer. He is also head of experimental therapeutics for Northwell Health, where he helps oversee the oncological research goals for Northwell as a whole. Dr. Boockvar's compassionate cancer care was recently highlighted in the critically acclaimed Netflix docuseries Lenox Hill and Emergency NYC.Dr. Boockvar is internationally known for his surgical expertise and for providing patients with safe, effective and minimally invasive treatment for brain tumors, skull base disorders and disorders of the spine. His surgical expertise is in benign and malignant brain tumors, skull base and endoscopic pituitary surgery, spinal and peripheral nerve tumors, minimally invasive spinal surgery, and complex spinal disorders.Dr. Boockvar has been recognized for his novel research in brain tumors and stem cell biology, and has been named to lists including New York Magazine's Top Docs, Best Doctors in New York-Castle Connolly, New York Super Doctors, America's Top Surgeons, America's Best Doctors, and America's Best Doctors for Cancer. His research has been widely published and he has received numerous national awards, including the Eric Lichtenstein Humanitarian Award from Voices Against Brain Cancer for his compassionate work in treating patients with brain cancer. Dr. Boockvar was elected to the prestigious Academy of Neurological Surgeons and was elected to the Senior Society of the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Boockvar is also an honorary surgeon of the NYPD and the New York State Troopers.Dr. Boockvar received a BA from the University of Pennsylvania. Like his father, grandfather, and great-grandfather before him, Dr. Boockvar received an MD from SUNY Brooklyn-Downstate Medical Center. Dr. Boockvar graduated summa cum laude with Distinction in Research and was medical school class valedictorian. Dr. Boockvar did his surgical internship and neurosurgical residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Boockvar did his NIH-supported post-doctoral research training in Neuro-oncology at the University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center. Dr. Boockvar is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Brain Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Boockvar is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Boockvar is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    11
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    Neurosurgery
    Expertise in
    11
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    Neurosurgery
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    Department Of Neurosurgery

    3316 Rochambeau Ave, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, French, German
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Yassari earned his medical degree in 1997 from the Medical University of Vienna in Austria with a dissertation in neuropathology. He completed his basic surgical training (1997-1998) in England at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital in Norwich, East Anglia, before relocating to the United States, where he received a master of science degree in experimental pathology at the University of Chicago. He completed his residency in neurosurgery at the University of Chicago Hospital and was a fellow at the MacLean Center for Clinical Medical Ethics. Subsequently, he underwent fellowship training in spinal oncology and reconstructive and complex spine surgery at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, where he was an instructor in neurosurgery in the Department of Neurosurgery. Dr. Yassari is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Spondylosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Yassari is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
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    Expertise in
    9
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    Department Of Neurosurgery

    3316 Rochambeau Ave, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Rafael De la Garza Ramos, MD, is Director, Spine Research at Montefiore Einstein and Assistant Professor, Neurosurgery at our Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. De la Garza’s clinical focus centers on complex spine surgery, including primary and metastatic tumors of the spine, spine deformity and salvage procedures. Dr. De La Garza Ramos is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bone Tumor, Spinal Tumor, Scoliosis, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy. Dr. De La Garza Ramos is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
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    Neurosurgery
    Expertise in
    9
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    Neurosurgery
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    Department Of Neurosurgery

    3316 Rochambeau Ave, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Neil Haranhalli, MD, is an Endovascular/Cerebrovascular Neurosurgeon at Montefiore and an Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery and Radiology at our Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Haranhalli specializes in the endovascular and open surgical treatment of cerebrovascular disease, including cerebral aneurysms, carotid artery stenosis, ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, cerebral and spinal arteriovenous malformations, and chronic subdural hematomas. Dr. Haranhalli is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Brain Aneurysm, Thrombectomy, and Endovascular Embolization. Dr. Haranhalli is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Haranhalli is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    8
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    Neurosurgery
    Expertise in
    8
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    Neurosurgery
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    NewYork-Presbyterian Allen Hospital

    5141 Broadway, 
    New York, NY 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Andrew Chan serves as Director of Minimally Invasive Scoliosis Surgery and Director of Neurosurgical Spine Research. In patient care, Dr. Chan specializes in surgeries for a variety of conditions, including spinal deformities such as scoliosis and kyphosis, spinal tumors, and degenerative spinal disease (affecting the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine). His surgical techniques range from minimally invasive to complex. Dr. Chan earned his medical degree at Columbia University's Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and completed his residency in the Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). His additional training includes a fellowship in spinal deformity and minimally invasive complex spine surgery at Duke University.Dr. Chan is focused on improving spine surgical care via his research. He has won multiple awards for his research including: The Neurosurgery Top Spine Paper of the Year with the Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS); the Stewart Dunsker Award for Best Clinical Spine Abstract at the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS); and the Journalistic and Academic Neurosurgical Excellence (J.A.N.E.) and Mayfield Clinical Science Awards at the AANS/CNS Joint Section Meeting on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves. He also prides himself on his patient care, having received the prestigious Howard Naffziger Award for Outstanding Clinical Service while at UCSF. Dr. Chan is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Chan is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Neurosurgery
    Expertise in
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    Neurosurgery
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    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosurgery & Spine At Phelps, 755 North Broadway

    755 North Broadway, Suite 540, 
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, German, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Yafell Serulle is the Chief of Neuroendovascular Surgery for the Department of Neurosurgery at Lenox Hill Hospital. He specializes in the endovascular treatment of stroke, intracranial aneurysms, vascular malformations, atherosclerotic disease of the neck and head vasculature, and other vascular pathologies of the head, neck and spine. His clinical interests also include the treatment of vertebral compression fractures using minimally invasive techniques.Dr. Serulle completed his radiology residency at NYU-Langone Medical Center, followed by fellowships in neuroradiology and interventional neuroradiology at the University of Maryland. He is board certified in diagnostic radiology and neuroradiology CAQ. Dr. Serulle has been the author of numerous publications in top peer-reviewed journals, and has contributed to several book chapters in the topics of neurointervention. He is a senior member of the Society of Neurointerventional Surgery and the American Society of Neuroradiology. Dr. Serulle is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Hydrocephalus, Brain Aneurysm, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Serulle is board certified in American Board Of Radiology/Diagnostic Radiology and American Board Of Radiology/Neuroradiology. Dr. Serulle is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Neurosurgery
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    WPHPA Neurosurgery At Nyack

    2 Crosfield Avenue, Suite 202, 
    West Nyack, NY 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Bengali, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Kaushik Das is Chief of Neurosurgery at White Plains Hospital's Center for Advanced Medicine and Surgery (CAMS) where his practice is focused on complex spine surgery, craniovertebral junction disorders, and tumors of the brain and spine. Dr. Das is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Kyphosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Das is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Das is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Neurosurgery
    Expertise in
    29
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    Neurosurgery
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    Metropolitan Neurosurgery Associates

    309 Engle Street, 
    Englewood, NJ 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kevin Yao is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Englewood, New Jersey. Dr. Yao is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Choroid Plexus Papilloma, Pallister-Hall Syndrome, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Septoplasty, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Yao is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
    28
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    New Jersey Brain And Spine

    20 Prospect Avenue, Suite 907, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    George Kaptain is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Kaptain is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Glioblastoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Kaptain is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Kaptain is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    25
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    Expertise in
    25
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    Memorial Sloan Kettering Bergen

    225 Summit Ave, 
    Montvale, NJ 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Cameron Brennan is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Montvale, New Jersey. Dr. Brennan is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, Awake Craniotomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Brennan is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
    20
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    New Jersey Brain And Spine

    650 From Road, Suite 220, 
    Paramus, NJ 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hooman Ghadimi is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Ghadimi is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Ghadimi is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Ghadimi is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    15
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    Neurosurgery
    Expertise in
    15
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    Neurosurgery
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    New Jersey Brain And Spine

    650 From Road, Suite 220, 
    Paramus, NJ 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Reza Karimi is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Paramus, New Jersey. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Karimi is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Karimi is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Karimi is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    12
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    Neurosurgery
    Expertise in
    12
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    Neurosurgery
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    New Jersey Brain And Spine

    20 Prospect Avenue, Suite 907, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kangmin Lee is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Lee is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Apoplexy, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Lee is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    7
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    Neurosurgery
    Expertise in
    7
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    Neurosurgery
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    Metropolitan Neurosurgery Associates

    309 Engle Street, 
    Englewood, NJ 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Omar Syed is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Englewood, New Jersey. Dr. Syed is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Herniated Disk, Spondylolisthesis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Syed is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Syed is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Neurosurgery
    Expertise in
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    Neurosurgery
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    New Jersey Brain And Spine

    650 From Road, Suite 220, 
    Paramus, NJ 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Roy Vingan is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Vingan is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Vingan is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Vingan is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
    6
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    ColumbiaDoctors - Glenpointe

    300 Frank W Burr Blvd, 
    Teaneck, NJ 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gordon Baltuch is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Teaneck, New Jersey. Dr. Baltuch is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Essential Tremor, Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Thalamotomy. Dr. Baltuch is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
    4
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    Trustees Of Columbia University In The City Of New York

    5141 Broadway, 
    New York, NY 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ali Moghaddamjou is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Moghaddamjou is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Epidural Abscess, Epidural Hematoma, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Osteotomy.

    Expertise in
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    Neurosurgery
    Expertise in
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    Neurosurgery
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    Metropolitan Neurosurgery Associates

    309 Engle Street, 
    Englewood, NJ 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Frank Moore is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Englewood, New Jersey. Dr. Moore is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Herniated Disk, Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Moore is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Moore is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Neurosurgery
    Expertise in
    1
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    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required
    245 North Broadway, Suite 120, 
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Robbins is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Sleepy Hollow, New York. Dr. Robbins is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Foot Drop, Herniated Disk, Spinal Stenosis, and Laminectomy. Dr. Robbins is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    26
    conditions
    Neurosurgery
    Expertise in
    26
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    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosurgery & Spine At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 3rd Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason A. Ellis, MD, is a neurosurgeon at Northwell Health's Lenox Hill Hospital. He treats patients with complex cerebrovascular and skull base conditions. He has expertise in the use of microsurgical, neuroendoscopic, and minimally invasive approaches to the brain and spine. Dr. Ellis treats people with conditions including brain and spinal cord tumors, cerebrovascular malformations, brain aneurysm, carotid stenosis, Moyamoya disease, acoustic neuroma (vestibular schwannoma), meningioma, Chiari malformation, trigeminal neuralgia, hemifacial spasm and stroke.Dr. Ellis frequently performs intricate microneurosurgical procedures including cerebral bypass surgery to restore blood flow to the brain after stroke; minimally invasive cerebral endoscopy to treat deep-seated brain lesions; and non-invasive gamma knife radiosurgery. Dr. Ellis has developed special microsurgical techniques using exoscopes to perform complex brain surgery.Dr. Ellis earned his undergraduate degree at Harvard University and his medical degree from Columbia University. As a student with interests in the frontiers of science, technology, and biomedical research, as well as a keen desire to make an immediate health impact in people's lives, it made perfect sense for me to pursue neurosurgery as my life's work, he says.He completed a neurosurgery residency at the Neurological Institute of New York/Columbia University Medical Center and a cerebrovascular neurosurgery fellowship at Emory University Hospital. He will receive his MBA from NYU's Stern School of Business in the spring of 2025.At Lenox Hill, Dr. Ellis works with a multidisciplinary group of specialists including neurologists, neuro-anesthesiologists, pathologists, oncologists, interventional neuroradiologists, head and neck surgeons, radiation oncologists, and neurocritical care providers.Dr. Ellis is an associate professor of neurosurgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Director of Cerebrovascular and Skull Base Surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital, and Co-Director of the cerebrovascular surgery fellowship at Lenox Hill Hospital. He is also the principal investigator of several clinical trials that seek to improve the surgical care of patients with tumors and vascular conditions of the nervous system.He explains that the most rewarding part of his job is enabling patients to improve their quality of life. My goal is to improve the condition of each patient that I encounter with a neurosurgical problem by offering the highest quality of specialized care possible. Dr. Ellis is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Microvascular Decompression, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Ellis is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Ellis is currently accepting new patients.

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    What is a neurosurgeon? 

    A neurosurgeon is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the nervous system, including the brain, spine, and nerves. While neurosurgeons are skilled in performing surgeries, they often recommend non-surgical treatments first, such as medications or physical therapy, depending on the condition. Conditions treated by neurosurgeons include brain tumors, herniated discs, spinal injuries, and nerve compression. Neurosurgeons work closely with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for neurological disorders. 

    Why am I being referred to a neurosurgeon?    

    A referral to a neurosurgeon is typically made when a condition affecting the brain, spine, or nerves requires specialized care. This might include chronic back or neck pain, nerve damage, a brain tumor, or traumatic injury. Neurosurgeons carefully evaluate each case and do not always recommend surgery. Instead, they may suggest alternative treatments like physical therapy, medications, or lifestyle changes. If surgery is necessary, they discuss all options and explain the risks and benefits to help patients make informed decisions. 

    What surgeries are performed by neurosurgeons? 

    Neurosurgeons perform a wide range of procedures to address conditions of the nervous system. These include: 

    • Brain tumor removal 
    • Aneurysm repair to prevent brain bleeding 

    They also utilize advanced techniques, such as robotics and imaging, to improve outcomes and reduce recovery times. Each treatment is tailored to the patient’s specific needs. 

    What is the difference between a neurosurgeon and a neurologist?     

    Neurosurgeons and neurologists both specialize in conditions of the nervous system, but their roles differ. Neurosurgeons are trained to perform surgeries for conditions like brain tumors, spine disorders, and nerve injuries. Neurologists focus on diagnosing and managing neurological disorders without surgery, such as epilepsy, migraines, or multiple sclerosis. These specialists often work together to provide patients with a full range of care and treatment options. 

    What can you expect during your first visit to a neurosurgeon?     

    During your initial appointment, the neurosurgeon will: 

    1. Review your medical history: Discuss your symptoms and any previous treatments. 
    1. Conduct a physical examination: Perform a neurological exam to assess nerve function. 
    1. Order diagnostic tests: Recommend imaging studies like MRI or CT scans if necessary. 
    1. Discuss treatment options: Explain potential treatments, both surgical and non-surgical, tailored to your condition. 

    This visit aims to develop a personalized treatment plan and address any questions you may have. 

    When should I see a Neurosurgeon near harrington park, 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 Neurosurgeon near harrington park, 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 Neurosurgeons near harrington park, 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 Neurosurgeons near harrington park, 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 Neurosurgeon in harrington park?

    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 Neurosurgeon search results page. 

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

    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 Neurosurgeon near harrington park, 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 Neurosurgeon?

    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 Neurosurgeon 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 Neurosurgeons near harrington park, NJ?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Neurosurgeon 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 Neurosurgeon that offers video calls?

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

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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