Mohammed Faraz Khan
MD, FAANS

Board Certified by the American board of neurological surgery

Dr. Khan is one of the nation’s leading physicians in the treatment of complex disorders of the spine. Known for his advocacy of the most conservative treatment appropriate for each patient, he often employs minimally invasive techniques, as well as state-of-the-art computer-assisted navigation technology, when treating neck/back pain, sciatica, disc disease, spinal stenosis, spinal fractures, scoliosis, spine tumors, and spinal fusions. Dr. Khan has extensive experience in the treatment of traumatic brain and spinal cord injury, as well as in treating a wide range of neurosurgical conditions such as brain tumors, hydrocephalus and peripheral nerve disorders.

Meet The Expert

Doctor's Biography

Dr. Khan has been published in several peer-reviewed scientific journals, and has authored several textbook chapters on the treatment of spinal disorders. He has served on the American Association of Neurological Surgeons Scientific Planning Committee. As a participant in the renowned Miami Project to Cure Paralysis, he focused on the treatment of severe spinal trauma with spinal cord injury, spinal deformity, and complex revision spinal surgery.

His conservative approach is driven by a desire to decrease patient hospital stays and help patients more quickly return to full functionality. Embracing shared decision-making with patients, Dr. Khan is dedicated to ensuring they understand their treatment options and feel confident and comfortable with the treatment plan selected.

 

Dr. Khan performed a spinal fusion on me in late December. I had years of back pain with numbness and tingling in my leg and foot. Dr. Khan sent me for numerous tests. He is not a surgeon to jump the gun and rush into surgery. He is professional, knowledgeable and solved my issue! I’m three months post surgery but I’m feeling better each day. Thanks Dr. Khan! You’re an amazing surgeon and your staff is the best. Highly recommend!
I have been a patient of Dr. Khan for Approximately 10 years. Recently, Dr. Khan performed a surgical procedure that reconstructed my entire lumbar spine and straightened out lower back scoliosis. Dr. Khan is a wonderful, dkilled surgeon who genuinely cares about his patients. I’ve had experience with a number of surgeons over the years and nobody invests time post surgery like Dr. Khan does. He is a kind, caring and compassionate person; you’d be hard pressed to find anyone better. I highly recommend Dr. Khan to anyone that requires the services of a top notch neurosurgeon. He is the best!
Very thorough and detailed with his information.
Outstanding physician, in many years of seeing doctors for my spine problems,no one has explained it better than Dr.Khan. Besides being knowledgeable he was kind and affable.
Highly recommend!
Extraordinary diagnostic facility
Staff are well trained and right on top of everything including making sure I feel good just by visiting the doctor
Dr. khan was fantastic!! He broke my entire MRI down into terms I could 100% understand. He’s funny and used great analogies that really put the big picture into perspective. He’s a great guy! So kind, patient and knowledgeable. He 100% has all of my trust and I would send anyone in his direction.

Michele (behind the desk) was also amazing!! So thorough with her directions and follow up. I literally had no questions go unanswered.
Dr. Kahn was very patient and explained everything in detail. My hope is everything we duscussed will improve my daily lifestyle! Thank you Dr Kahn.
Dr explained everything in full gave different options took the time did not rush
Dr Khan was extremely informative, friendly, and caring to me and my 15 year old son. He is thorough and cautious (ordering more tests) and spent time explaining the results of my son’s Xrays to us. He has great bedside manner and I would definitely recommend him. Maureen, Michelle, and Dr Khan’s assistant who took my son’s vitals (can’t recall her name) were also friendly and helpful!
I cannot say enough about this practice starting with reception to the doctor’s assistants and the coordinators. The process of making an appointment was pleasent and smooth. The doctors are fantastic, I had the pleasure of consulting with two, Dr Khan and Dr Frankel and cannot say enough about them. The information they provided helped assure me that double surgical fusion was necessary and the right decision, giving me relief on a very big decision! Definitely feel I am in good hands with them.
New Jersey Brain and Spine | Mohammed Faraz Khan

Specializations

Education and Fellowship

Medical School

The Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo

Residency

University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital Department of Neurological Surgery (Served as Chief Resident)

Fellowship

Fellowship: Complex and minimally invasive spine surgery, University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital Department of Neurological Surgery

Awards and Recognition

  • Top Doctors New York Metro Area (digital guide): 2022, 2023
  • New York Magazine: Top Doctors: 2022, 2023
  • Jersey’s Best Magazine Top Doctors: 2022, 2023

Hospital Affiliations

  • Clara Maass Medical Center
  • Englewood Health
  • Hackensack Meridian Health Mountainside Medical Center
  • Hackensack Meridian Health Pascack Valley Medical Center
  • Hackensack University Medical Center
  • Holy Name Medical Center
  • Saint Barnabas Medical Center
  • Saint Joseph’s Regional Medical Center

Professional Memberships

  • American Association of Neurological Surgeons
  • American Association of South Asian Neurosurgeons
  • American College of Surgeons
  • American Medical Association
  • Congress of Neurological Surgeons
  • North American Spine Society
  • Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

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Posts by Dr. Mohammed Faraz Khan

Dr. Khan Answers - What is Back Pain

Common Back Pain Treatment Options

In this video, Dr. Khan discusses common back pain, shedding light on this all-too-common condition, […]

What is Spinal Decompression? Easing the Load for Back and Neck Pain Relief

What is Spinal Decompression? Easing the Pressure for Back and Neck Pain Relief As a […]

Dr. Khan Answers - What is Spinal Stenosis

What is Spinal Stenosis

New Jersey Brain and Spine’s Dr. Khan discusses spinal stenosis, shedding light on causes, diagnosis […]

A Comprehensive Guide to Spine Disc Herniation: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

A herniated disc is also commonly known as a slipped, ruptured or bulging disc. It […]

Spinal Stenosis: Narrowing Down the Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Approaches

Spinal stenosis is a painful narrowing of the spinal canal, which puts pressure on the […]

Exercises and Rehabilitation for Spine Disc Herniation Recovery

Spine disc herniation has a range of treatment and recovery plans, ranging from more conservative […]

Preparing for a Laminectomy Surgery: Know Before You Go

When you’re suffering from chronic back pain, it can feel like a constant battle for […]

Meningioma Unveiled: Understanding Brain Tumors and Treatment Modalities

We know that patients and their families have many questions when it comes to understanding […]

Life After Laminectomy: Rehabilitation and Long-Term Success

A laminectomy is one of the most common back surgeries. It is a surgical procedure […]