When the body’s nervous system – the delicate and complex command, control and communication network made up of the brain, spine and neurovascular system – isn’t working properly, the impact can be dramatic and life altering. Regardless of the cause – a brain tumor, herniated disk, stroke or any other trauma – getting medical care from an integrated care team is essential.
According to Dr. Yaron Moshel, co-director of the Brain Tumor Center at Atlantic NeuroSurgical Specialists (ANS), the largest neurosurgical practice in New Jersey, integrated care brings together all the sub-specialties related to one medical specialty for comprehensive care.
“For example, at ANS, we have an integrated care system that brings together all brain tumor sub-specialties in one place,” he said. “The ANS Brain Tumor Center treats only brain tumor patients and provides every component of care right here.”
The benefits to this collaborative approach are many – not just for brain tumor patients – but for patients with spine and neurovascular issues as well. Having specialists dedicated to each of these three specialties within neurosurgery – versus generalist neurosurgeons – brings the depth of experience and shared knowledge that enables the most effective multidisciplinary treatment plan to be customized for each patient.
ANS’ Spine Center, under the direction of Dr. John Knightly, follows the same principle.
“The ANS Spine Center brings together board-certified, fellowship-trained neuro-spine specialists with other specialists to perform the most minimally invasive spine surgeries in the state of New Jersey,” Knightly said.
ANS is also pioneering the use of “Big Data,” a powerful tool that helps identify the right treatment for the right patient at the right time. Dr. Knightly serves on the Spine Executive Committee of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons – Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the organization that launched the first national neurosurgical clinical registry. This outcomes database collects and analyzes clinical data that measures the quality and efficacy of common spinal and neurosurgical procedures.
Likewise, ANS’ Neurovascular Center comprises a highly-trained group of neurosurgeons and other experts who are immersed in researching new techniques.
“ANS’ Neurovascular Center is at the forefront of ongoing research, delivering the latest innovative treatments to the most complex neurological disorders, including stroke and aneurysm,” said Dr. Ronald Benitez, center director and president of ANS.
ANS’ success rate for treating strokes is higher than the national average.
For more information on ANS, visit ansdoc.com or call 732-455-8225.
