– Dr. Gaetan Moise

MD, FAANS

Cerebrovascular

Chiari Malformation

Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

Spine Specialty

Nyack

Ridgewood

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About Dr. Gaetan Moise

Dr. Gaetan Moise is a board-certified neurosurgeon who specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery. He serves as Spine Program Director at The Valley Hospital and as a Clinical Instructor of Neurological Surgery at NYU-Langone. Dr. Moise’s focus is the comprehensive treatment of patients with cervical and lumbar degenerative diseases, herniated discs, spinal cord compression, and Chiari malformations using advanced techniques that reduce tissue damage and speed recovery. Dr. Moise takes time to clearly explain your condition, ensuring you understand your options and feel confident about your treatment decisions.

Meet Dr. Moise

Dr. Gaetan Moise stands out as one of New Jersey’s best neurosurgeons and cervical spine specialists, bringing years of expertise in minimally invasive spine surgery treatment, and the management of complex neurosurgical spine conditions. As a leading spine surgeon in the tri-state area, Dr. Moise has built his reputation on delivering exceptional outcomes while prioritizing patient comfort and faster recovery times.

His comprehensive approach addresses the full spectrum of spine and nervous system conditions that can significantly impact your daily life:

Cervical and lumbar degenerative diseases, herniated discs, and compressed nerves
Cervical myelopathy and spinal cord compression that causes weakness or numbness
Complex conditions like tethered spinal cord, scoliosis, cauda equinq, and spinal reconstruction

Chiari malformation treatment, including advanced decompression techniques he helped pioneer
Spondylolisthesis and other spinal malalignments
Spinal stenosis
Sciatica
Spinal tumors, cysts, and malformations

What sets Dr. Moise apart as a top doctor is his commitment to reviewing all treatment options with a focus on avoiding surgery. When surgery is necessary, his use of minimally invasive surgical techniques make a real difference in your recovery experience. Using state-of-the-art tubular access ports and smaller incisions, he can address many spinal conditions while minimizing tissue damage, reducing your post-surgery pain, and getting you back to your normal activities sooner.

Beyond his surgical expertise, Dr. Moise believes that informed patients make better decisions about their health. He takes the time to walk you through your imaging results and test findings, explaining everything in terms you can understand. Rather than rushing through appointments, he listens to your concerns and ensures you feel confident about your treatment plan every step of the way.

Training & Education

Dr. Moise received his undergraduate degree in Neuroscience and Behavior from the College of Physicians & Surgeons at Columbia University, graduated Magna Cum Laude, and was elected a member of Phi Beta Kappa. He continued his education at the College of Physicians & Surgeons and was awarded his medical degree, honored as a member of the medical honor society Alpha Omega Alpha, and was designated as one of P&S Class of 2004 Exemplars of Outstanding Humanism & Compassion. Dr. Moise completed an internship in general surgery and a residency in Neurological Surgery at New York-Presbyterian Hospital at Columbia University. He also served as Chief Resident to the Department of Neurological Surgery.

In addition to his work with Neurosurgeons of New Jersey, Dr. Moise is an Assistant Professor in Adult Neurosurgery at the Neurological Institute of New York-Presbyterian Hospital. He is also an attending physician in the Department of Adult Neurosurgery at The Valley Hospital, St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center, and Saint Barnabus Medical Center.

Dr. Moise is a member of The Congress of Neurological Surgeons and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. He has authored several peer-reviewed publications.

Hospital Privileges

In addition to working out of our Ridgewood office, Dr. Moise has the ability to treat and admit patients at the following area hospitals.

St. Joseph’s Health
St. Barnabas Medical Center
The Valley Hospital

Publications

See the research Dr. Gaetan Moise has had published.

Insurances

Aetna Medicare
Aetna Meritain & Assure
Aetna Signature (1199 & GEHA)
Aetna Whole Health
Clover Medicare – Case by Case exception
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield (Blue Card/Suitcase/PPO)
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of NJ (commercial)
Horizon Braven Health (PPO, HMO-POS)
Braven Medicare Choice PPO
Braven Medicare Freedom PPO
Braven Medicare Group HMO-POS
Braven Medicare Access group HMO-POS
Medicare (Part A and Part B)
No Fault (New Jersey Motor Vehicle Accidents Only)
Omnia (tier 1)
Oxford Garden State Health Plan
Oxford Health Plan
UHC under Empire/NYSHIP plan
United HealthCare (commercial, including All Savers) UMR
Worker’s Comp- NJ Only

In addition to his work with Neurosurgeons of New Jersey, Dr. Moise is a Clinical Instructor in Adult Neurosurgery at NYU-Langone. He is also an attending physician in the Department of Adult Neurosurgery at The Valley Hospital, Mountainside Hospital, and Saint Barnabas Medical Center. He is also Spine Program Director at The Valley Hospital.

Dr. Moise is a board-certified neurological surgeon, a fellow of the American Board of Neurological Surgery, and a member of both The Congress of Neurological Surgeons and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. He has also authored several peer-reviewed publications.

In addition to working out of our Ridgewood office, Dr. Moise has the ability to treat and admit patients at the following area hospitals.

St. Joseph’s Health
St. Barnabas Medical Center
The Valley Hospital
NYU Langone Health

See the research Dr. Gaetan Moise has had published.

Aetna Medicare
Aetna Meritain & Assure
Aetna Signature (1199 & GEHA)
Aetna Whole Health
Clover Medicare – Case by Case exception
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield (Blue Card/Suitcase/PPO)
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of NJ (commercial)
Horizon Braven Health (PPO, HMO-POS)
Braven Medicare Choice PPO
Braven Medicare Freedom PPO

Braven Medicare Group HMO-POS
Braven Medicare Access group HMO-POS
Medicare (Part A and Part B)
No Fault (New Jersey Motor Vehicle Accidents Only)
Omnia (tier 1)
Oxford Garden State Health Plan
Oxford Health Plan
UHC under Empire/NYSHIP plan
United HealthCare (commercial, including All Savers) UMR
Worker’s Comp- NJ Only

Honors, Awards & Recognition

See what Dr. Moise has accomplished over the years.

Awards

Bergen’s Top Doctors, 2014 – 2020
Vitals Patient’s Choice Award, 2014
American’s Top Surgeons, 2017
The Marquis Who’s Who In America Award, 2018 – 2019
Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Award, 2015
Aura Severinghaus Award, 2004
Alpha Omega Alpha, Columbia College of Physicians & Surgeons 2003
Malcolm X Scholarship Fund Scholar 2004
Columbia College of P&S Class of 2004 Exemplars of Outstanding Humanism &
Compassion
Phi Beta Kappa, Columbia University, 1999
Magna Cum Laude, Columbia University, 1999

Patient Stories

Meet One of Dr. Moise’s Patients

Monica is a working mother of two. One day she started to experience numbness in her face and around her ear while laying down, and decided to start looking to see why…

Listen to how Dr. Moise successfully treated her Chiari Malformation!

Ask the Doctor

What is Life After Chiari Malformation Surgery? – Dr. Gaetan Moise

Dr. Gaetan Moise is an accomplished neurosurgeon practicing out of our Ridgewood office. Dr. Moise’s techniques are influenced by the advancements in minimally invasive surgery technology as well as advances in the understanding of the intricacies of the nervous system, brain, and spinal cord.