Neurosurgery Saved Me From Going Blind
Basil Figliano, an electrician from Bridgewater, New Jersey, had perfect vision his entire life. In fact, he went for his first ophthalmologist appointment at the age of 56. Over the next few months, Basil felt his vision getting drastically worse.
South Plainfield Woman Says ‘Thank You Isn’t Enough’ After Removal of Complex Brain Tumor
For most people, occasional ringing or popping in the ear isn’t cause for concern. When it becomes persistent, however, Laura Castro Angarita of South Plainfield, New Jersey will tell you that’s a different story.
Local Dad’s Journey to Survive
Chatham resident Mark Boyland went from brain tumor-induced seizures to white water sports in seven weeks.
Stroke Awareness
May is Stroke Awareness Month, a time to spread the word about the nation’s fifth-leading cause of death.
May is Stroke Awareness Month
May is Stroke Awareness Month, a time to spread the word about the nation’s fifth-leading cause of death.
“Gluing” Technique Stops Brain Bleeds
Dr. Benitez, who performed the first ever “gluing” procedure to stop a brain bleed in New Jersey, is now leading a clinical trial on this kind of embolization.
A Second Opinion on Spine Surgery Leads Patient to Promising Clinical Trial, Pain Relief from Spondylolisthesis
Altair Health neurosurgeon Scott A. Meyer, MD performs first TOPS™ replacement in New Jersey
Former Marine Battles Brain Cancer with Life-Saving Tumor Treatment
Ray Aponte braved the harrowing experiences of war. Yet, he was never more terrified than when he learned he had a malignant brain tumor – one that, if he survived, would threaten his ability to talk or move for the rest of his life. See how Ray’s awake brain surgery and personalized targeted drug treatments are enabling him to live his life to the fullest.
Treating Recurrent Gliomas with Intense Precision … and Hope
While there is no cure for gliomas – and they are challenging to manage because they grow within the brain and inevitably reoccur – there are very effective treatments.