This Friday, June 13th, the staff and doctors of Neurosurgeons of New Jersey will come together at the Ocean Place Resort C Spa in Long Branch, New Jersey to celebrate a very special occasion — 30 years of providing dedicated care to the patients, hospitals, and communities they serve throughout New Jersey.
The practice was established in the summer of 1995 by Jonathan Lustgarten, MD, FAANS, who has also served as Chief of Neurosurgery at Monmouth Medical Center. Since then, the Central New Jersey region of the practice has recruited elite neurosurgical talent from the best training programs in the U.S. and Canada. The team now consists of David Estin, MD, FACS; Ty Olson, MD, FACS; Christopher Gillis, MD, FRCSC; and Anthony Conte, MD, FAANS, who joined recently and was also named Section Chief of Neurosurgery at Riverview Medical Center
Neurosurgeons of New Jersey, the state’s premier neurosurgical practice, is proud to celebrate its 30th anniversary, marking three decades of delivering world-class neurosurgical care to patients throughout New Jersey and the greater region.
Founded with a mission to provide the most advanced, compassionate neurosurgical care, Neurosurgeons of New Jersey has grown from a small group of dedicated physicians into a state-wide leader in innovation, clinical excellence, and patient-centered care.
Pioneering Achievements in Neurosurgery
Over the past 30 years, the practice has led the way in advancing neurosurgical care across the region:
Recognized as the #1 Neurosurgery Practice in New Jersey and ranked #3 nationally by Castle Connolly.
- First Gamma Knife and Cyberknife Stereotactic Radiosurgery Program in Central New Jersey bringing state of the art, non-invasive treatment options to local patients.
- First in Central New Jersey to introduce Stereotactic Navigational Techniques for minimally invasive brain and spine surgeries– including the first O-Arm for spinal instrumentation and fusion.
- First comprehensive multidisciplinary brain tumor center in Central New Jersey.
- Growth to a network of 25 board-certified physicians with 11 locations across New Jersey.
- Strategic affiliation with NYU Langone Health –The Nation’s #1 Rated Academic Neurosurgery Program.
Continued Growth and Expansion
In its 30th year, Neurosurgeons of New Jersey continues to expand its reach and services to meet the growing needs of the community. The practice recently opened two new locations:
- Beautiful new office headquarters at Hope Rd. in Eatontown, providing easier access to expert spine and brain care for Monmouth County and surrounding areas.
- In Toms River at the Pyramid Center, expanding access to advanced spine and brain care to Ocean County and the Southern Jersey Shore region.
Commitment to Patients, Hospitals, and Referring Providers
Throughout its growth, the practice has remained dedicated to its core values: clinical excellence, innovation, and collaboration. Neurosurgeons of New Jersey works in close partnership with leading hospitals, referring physicians, and community healthcare providers to ensure optimal outcomes and continuity of care.
“As we reflect on the past 30 years, we are immensely proud of what we’ve accomplished together with our colleagues, hospital partners, and the communities we serve,” said founding partner Jonathan Lustgarten, MD, FAANS. “Looking ahead, we remain committed to advancing the field of neurosurgery and delivering the highest level of care to every patient who walks through our doors.”
About Neurosurgeons of New Jersey
Neurosurgeons of New Jersey is the state’s largest and most experienced neurosurgical practice, offering comprehensive care for brain, spine, peripheral nerve, and neurovascular conditions. With 11 convenient locations and a team of 25 expert physicians, the practice provides state-of-the-art treatment options and compassionate care across New Jersey. Neurosurgeons of New Jersey is proudly affiliated with NYU Langone Health.