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Dr. Michael G. Kaiser, MD - Ridgewood, NJ - Neurosurgeon, Spine Surgeon

Dr. Michael G. Kaiser, MD

Neurosurgeon, Spine Surgeon
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
5 
221
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Dr. Michael Kaiser became a neurosurgeon due to his lifetime interest in neurological sciences. In medical school, he anticipated he would become a surgeon. After watching a cranial neurological procedure, he knew he wanted to pursue this interest. On a daily basis, Dr. Kaiser is driven by the opportunity to engage in personal interactions with his patients and to provide them with peace of mind. He is motivated by improvements in the diagnostic process and the ability neurosurgeons have to serve as patient advocates. Dr. Kaiser understands not all candidates benefit from a surgical procedure. He takes pride in making this distinction for his patients.Dr. Kaiser received his undergraduate degree from New York University, where he graduated summa cum laude as a Farr Scholar and Biology Representative for his class. He was class President and awarded his doctorate from the Yale University School of Medicine. At Yale, Dr. Kaiser was an American Heart Association Research Fellow. He also
won The Peter F. Curran Thesis Award. He completed his internship in the Department of Surgery and his residency in the Department of Neurological Surgery at College of Physicians & Surgeons of Columbia University. Dr. Kaiser also completed a comprehensive spine fellowship at Emory University.Dr. Kaiser has been engaged in clinical research throughout his training. While at Yale medical school he received the American Heart Association Research grant to study cerebral blood flow physiology and was awarded the Peter F Curran thesis award. During his residency at Columbia University, he was engaged in novel treatments of brain tumors and authored several book chapters on spine surgery. During his spine fellowship at Emory University, he conducted cutting edge clinical research on patients undergoing both cervical and lumbar fusion procedures and published these results in leading peer reviewed journals. Dr. Kaiser specializes in treatments for cervical and lumbar degenerative disease, complex cervical spine reconstructions, spinal cord and nerve tumors, spine tumors, and minimally invasive spinal procedures.  The ability to assist patients suffering from a neurological deficit has been a focus of his career.
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(201) 354-4412

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Great overall experience! Dr. Kaiser is an excellent surgeon, and genuinely takes the time to explain and make sure you understand the process. I would highly recommend Dr. Kaiser to others.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
    221 Ratings
  • 30 years of experience
  • 20 insurances accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Yale University School Of Medicine
  • 165 comments
  • 1 award
  • 4 specialties
  • 19 areas of expertise
  • 4 board certifications
  • 1 location

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Patients’ Perspective

  • On-time appointments
  • Good bedside manner
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Awards

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Location

Neurosurgeons of New Jersey (Ridgewood)

1200 E Ridgewood Ave Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Tel: (201) 354-4412
Accepting New Patients

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael G. Kaiser

  • Aetna Medicare
  • Aetna Meritain & Assure
  • Aetna Signature (1199 & GEHA)
  • Aetna Whole Health
  • Braven Medicare Freedom PPO
  • Braven Medicare Group HMO-POS
  • Cigna Mohawk Valley (PPO only thru Valley Cigna)
  • Clover Health (Medicare plan)
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon Braven Health (PPO, HMO-POS)
  • Medicare (Part A)
  • Medicare Part B (traditional Medicare)
  • No Fault - NJ only
  • Omnia (tier 1)
  • Oxford Garden State
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • UHC under Empire/NYSHIP Plan
  • United Health Care - Commercial
  • Workers Compensation

Specialties

Dr. Michael G. Kaiser has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael G. Kaiser has the following 19 areas of expertise

  • Brain Tumor
  • Head and Neck Disorder
  • Back Injuries
  • Back Pain
  • Spinal Cord Injuries
  • Neurosurgical Procedures
  • Glioblastoma
  • Laminectomy
  • Craniotomy
  • Scoliosis
  • Spinal Disorders
  • Sciatica
  • Neurosurgery
  • Spinal Cancer
  • Aneurysm
  • Stroke
  • Infection
  • Wounds and Injuries
  • Brain Surgery

Education

Yale University School Of Medicine

Graduated in 1994

Department of Neurological Surgery at College of Physicians & Surgeons of Columbia University

Residency

Emory University

Fellowship

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