A photo of Sandy Deck, who was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease

Sandy Deck’s Story

This video highlights the story of Sandy Deck, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and struggled with the symptoms until her doctor suggested deep brain stimulation (DBS) as a possible

Patty Petrula’s Story

Patty Petrula was training for her first triathlon when she collapsed at the gym and was rushed to the hospital, where Dr. Daniel Walzman determined she had suffered a ruptured

CBS Health Watch episode on fighting Parkinson's Disease with ping pong

Ping Pong for Parkinson’s Disease

Dr. Elana Clar was recently featured on CBS Mornings Health Watch, where she discussed the development of an innovative program that uses the game of ping pong to help provide relief

dr azmi and dr clar from the njbs movement disorder center

Movement Disorders Center: An Overview

For over 12 years, the innovative and comprehensive movement disorders program at New Jersey Brain and Spine has provided complete and expert care for patients suffering from disorders such as Parkinson’s disease (PD),

Neuro-oncology and Skull Base Surgery Center: An Overview

Drs. Kaptain and Lee explain what makes the Neuro-Oncology and Skull Base Surgery Center so unique.   Transcript: When we started we realized that developing a neuro-oncology program required skull

Neurovascular Center with Dr. Karimi and Dr. Walzman

Neurovascular Center: An Overview

Strokes, brain aneurysms, and arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are often life-threatening conditions that require urgent, subspecialized care. Fortunately, as one of the highest-volume, most sophisticated neurovascular centers in the mid-Atlantic, New

Comprehensive Spine Center doctors with Dr. Roth, Dr. Vingan, Dr. Chirichelli, and Elizabeth Finale

Comprehensive Spine Center: An Overview

Our Comprehensive Spine Center’s multispecialty team of experts has eased the pain for thousands of patients and helped them return to their normal, active lives. In addition to neurosurgeons and

Michele Blue - patient story - brain aneurysm

Surviving Multiple Aneurysms: Michele Blum’s Story

Michele Blum is an actress who lives to be on the stage. But when multiple aneurysms left her in a coma, Michele’s future was far from certain. That’s when Dr.

Dennis Kavanagh - patient story - back and spine pain

Dennis Kavanagh’s Story: Spinal Fusion Surgery

Dennis is a self-made contractor who enjoys his work. He takes special pride in restoring his 18th century home in Montvale. But for most of his life, Dennis has battled

Paula Guierrero in front of fire - back pain success story - New Jersey Brain and Spine

Paula Guerriero’s Story

After she began experiencing crippling back and leg pain, Paula sought help from New Jersey Brain and Spine physician Dr. Roy D. Vingan. Learn how Dr. Vingan approached her care,