What insurance plans do you accept?

We are in-network with many major insurance providers, including Amerihealth, Cigna Healthcare, Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford plans, UMR, and Medicare. Please contact our office to confirm participation with your specific plan.

Do you accept Medicare?

Yes, we accept Medicare for patients in New Jersey and New York with the Red, White and Blue card through Novitas and National Government Services.

What should I bring to my first appointment?

Please bring your insurance card, photo ID, any imaging such as MRIs, CT scans, or X-rays, and results from previous medical tests.

What additional information is needed for motor vehicle accident cases?

For motor vehicle accident visits, please bring your claim number, date of accident, insurance claim address, and the claim representative's contact information.

What should I bring for a workers’ compensation case?

You will need a letter of authorization for treatment, the date of the accident, claim number, insurance claim address, and your nurse case manager's contact information.

What happens during my first visit?

During your initial visit, our team will review your medical history and symptoms, perform a focused neurological exam, and discuss treatment options.

What information is most important to share with my doctor?

It is important to share details about your symptoms such as pain, weakness, or numbness, and how they affect your daily activities.

What should I do in case of an emergency after office hours?

If you have an emergency after hours, go to the nearest hospital emergency room where the physician will coordinate with your doctor or the on-call provider.

How are treatment decisions made?

Patients are presented with treatment options along with risks and benefits, and make the final decision based on their health needs and goals.

Which hospitals are you affiliated with?

We are affiliated with Englewood Hospital and Medical Center, The Mount Sinai Hospital, Holy Name Medical Center, Pascack Valley Medical Center, and Hackensack University Medical Center.

Metropolitan Neurosurgery Associates Brain & Spine, Author at Metropolitan Neurosurgery

31 Aug Herniated Disc Treatment Options: When Surgery Is Necessary

Posted at 16:42h in Blog

Many herniated discs improve, depending on size, with conservative care such as physical therapy, medication, and targeted injections. Surgery becomes necessary when persistent nerve compression causes severe pain, numbness, or progressive muscle weakness. Minimally invasive surgical procedures provide effective decompression with smaller incisions and faster recovery times. Spinal...

31 Aug The Advantage: ALIF vs. XLIF Procedures Explained

Posted at 16:32h in Blog

Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF) accesses the lower spine through the abdomen, while Extreme Lateral Interbody Fusion (XLIF) reaches the spine from the side. Both techniques avoid cutting major back muscles, resulting in reduced postoperative pain and faster overall recovery. A qualified spine surgeon evaluates the exact...

14 Aug NJ Top Docs Recognizes Dr. Omar N. Syed for 2026

Posted at 12:52h in Blog

NJ Top Docs has reviewed and approved Dr. Omar N. Syed of Metropolitan Neurosurgery Associates based on merit for 2026. Dr. Syed is a board-certified neurosurgeon and fellowship-trained specialist in minimally invasive and complex spine surgery. With a career spanning advanced surgical care, hospital leadership,...

12 Aug Dr. Yakov Gologorsky Approved by NJ Top Docs for 2026

Posted at 11:12h in Blog

Dr. Yakov Gologorsky of Metropolitan Neurosurgery Associates has been reviewed and approved based on merit by NJ Top Docs for 2026. For Dr. Gologorsky, surgery is not always the first answer. As a board-certified neurosurgeon with advanced training in minimally invasive spine surgery and functional...

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09 Aug Game-Changing Technology Expands Spine Surgery Capabilities

Posted at 02:50h in Blog

As seen in Surgery Advisor. A transformational new robotic imaging platform is now being introduced at Englewood Health that will further increase orthopedic and neurosurgical spine surgery precision, improve patient safety and outcomes, and reduce postoperative pain and length of stay. As of this writing, Englewood Health...

08 Aug June is a Busy Month!

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Happy Father’s Day, Juneteenth, Pride Month and Congratulations to all the new Graduates out there! Metropolitan Neurosurgery Updates Our practice is profoundly grateful to be part of and have an office inside the Englewood Health ZT Systems Outpatient Center, located at 2 Journal Square, Jersey City, New Jersey ...

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04 Jun 40 Worst Health Mistakes Men Make After 40

Posted at 13:43h in Blog

By Emilia Paluszek For many, your 40s are a time of feeling more comfortable and established, as you become more secure professionally and personally. But it's no time to become complacent about your health, an all-too-frequent occurrence in this decade. Your 40s are a time when...

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15 Apr New Jersey hospital awarded ‘gold seal’ for spinal fusion

Posted at 19:01h in Blog

By Alan Condon, Becker's Spine Review The Joint Commission has awarded Englewood (N.J.) Health its Gold Seal of Approval for spinal fusion for the fourth time since 2012. To earn the certification, the hospital had to comply with national care standards, use evidence-based guidelines and have an organized approach...

19 Nov How to Choose the Best Mattress For Your Spine

Posted at 19:17h in Blog

People across the country suffer from lower back pain everyday caused by poor sleeping habits. Many times the mattress they sleep on each night is part of the problem. A mattress that does not have proper support, can strain a back muscle or throw the spine out of alignment....

08 Jan 5 Ways To Deal With Back Pain At Home

Posted at 11:45h in Blog

Living with back pain can become a struggle for anyone. Whether you tweaked it during a physical activity or suffer from a degenerative condition, it can sometimes be life altering and other times it is just a minor inconvenience. Here are some effective ways to...