New Providence, NJ — November 1, 2025 — Neurosurgeons of New Jersey has been named a 2025 New Jersey Favorite Kids’ Docs winner by New Jersey Family magazine, recognizing the practice’s leadership in pediatric neurosurgical care and the trust placed in its physicians by families across the state.
The honor recognizes Richard C.E. Anderson, MD, FACS, FAAP, and Luigi Bassani, MD, FAANS, both board-certified pediatric neurosurgeons specializing in complex neurological conditions affecting children. Winners are selected through a combination of editorial review and community recognition, highlighting physicians who demonstrate excellence, compassion, and specialized expertise.
Neurosurgeons of New Jersey has also been recognized as the No. 1 neurosurgical practice in New Jersey and third in the nation by Castle Connolly, further reinforcing its reputation for clinical excellence.
“Our goal has always been to deliver world-class pediatric neurosurgical care while keeping families close to home,” said Dr. Anderson, clinical professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. “Being recognized by New Jersey Family affirms our commitment to combining advanced surgical expertise with compassionate, patient-centered care.”
Dr. Bassani, a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, emphasized the importance of family-centered care. “As parents ourselves, we understand how overwhelming a neurosurgical diagnosis can be. We pride ourselves on guiding families through every step of the process with clarity, empathy, and trust.”
As part of one of the largest neurosurgical groups in New Jersey and among the largest neurosurgical practices in the country, the pediatric specialists at Neurosurgeons of New Jersey treats complex conditions including Chiari malformation, tethered spinal cord syndrome, craniosynostosis, scoliosis, and pediatric brain tumors. The practice uniquely combines access to advanced surgical resources at NYU with convenient follow-up care in local New Jersey communities.
The recognition is featured in New Jersey Family’s December issue and on its website.