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U.S. News & World Report Best Children's Hospitals 2023-2024 NeurologyHackensack Meridian Children’s Health Pediatric Neurology and Neurosurgery

Offering cutting-edge treatment protocols and hands-on care from newborns to young adults.

Hackensack Meridian Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital at Hackensack University Medical Center and K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital at Jersey Shore University Medical Center treat the full spectrum of neurological conditions in children, including the most rare and complex, and our pioneering research in pediatric neurology/neurosurgery is expansive.

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Study Examines Marijuana-Based Therapies’ Effectiveness in Reducing Seizure Frequency in Patients with Epilepsy

Neurologists find no advantage in trying alternative formulations if first formulation is not effective

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Pediatric patient at the multi specialty clinic at JFK University Medical Center
Pediatric Neurology and Neurosurgery Offered in Multi-Specialty Outpatient Practice

Range of pediatric specialties broadened to Central New Jersey

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International Patient
Patient From Wales Receives Complex Neurosurgery at Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health

Family seeks treatment at Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital after four-year-old treated unsuccessfully in Europe

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Craniofascial Clinic
Craniofacial and Cleft Center Recognized by American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association

Team of clinicians works together to treat complex cranial and facial abnormalities

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Perampanel
Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health Neurologist Conducts Phase IV Study of Perampanel in Real-World Clinical Care

Pediatric epileptologist analyzes clinical use of anti-seizure medication in patients with epilepsy

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Cappell
Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital Welcomes New Neurologist and Critical Care Specialist

Dr. Cappell adds pediatric neurointensive care to hospital’s list of specialties

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Rubenstein
Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital Welcomes New Neurologist

Dr. Rubenstein brings passion for pediatric neurology

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Peds Neuro Residency
K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital Creates New Pediatric Neurology Residency

Only residency of its kind in New Jersey

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Endoscopic Corpus Callostomy
Neurosurgeons at Hackensack University Medical Center Perform Hospital’s First Endoscopic-Assisted Corpus Callosotomy Surgery

Procedure performed for the first time at Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health

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PMR Leadership
Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health Welcomes Two Chiefs of Pediatric Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Drs. Sirak and Marcantuono Bring Knowledge and Experience to Care for Patients

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Dr Gliksman
Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health Pediatric Neurologist Serves as Investigator in Two Brain Injury Studies

One Study Seeks Better Understanding of Concussion Recovery in Children

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Sturge Weber Syndrome
Pediatric Epileptologist Selected to Serve on National Board of Experts to Provide Recommendations for Sturge-Weber Syndrome

Recommendations Will Facilitate Coordinated Care for Patients with Rare Condition

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Anti Seizure Medication
Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health Pediatric Epileptologist Publishes Research on Clinical Use of Anti-Seizure Medication

Phase IV Research Published in Journal of Child Neurology

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Study of Medications
Researchers Conduct Study of Medications to Treat Pediatric and Adolescent Migraine

Study Will Evaluate Rimegepant for Pain Freedom and Other Migraine Symptoms

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Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital First in NJ to Implant Responsive Neurostimulation Device in Peds Patient with Epilepsy

Device Treats Drug-Resistant Focal Epilepsy with Constant Brain Monitoring and Instant Stimulation Response to Abnormal Activity

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Nasal Spray
Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health Research Shows Nasal Spray Seizure Rescue Medication Safe to Use with Oral Medication

Diazepam Nasal Spray Shown Safe with Oral Benzodiazepines for Emergency Seizure Cluster Treatment in Patients with Epilepsy

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Hackensack University Medical Center Researchers Help Identify New Form of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

Researchers also uncover potential gene suppression treatment strategy

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Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health Joins the Pacific Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Consortium (PNOC)

Worldwide Partnership Develops New Therapies for Brain Tumors in Children and Young Adults, Offers Exclusive Clinical Trial Access

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