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Wise Choice 973.285.7800 WHEN IT’S WORTH THE RISK, IT’S WORTH INTEGRATED CARE When the body’s nervous system – the delicate and complex command, con- trol and communication network made up of the brain, spine, and neurovas- cular system – isn’t working properly, the impact can be dramatic and life altering. Regardless of the cause – a brain tumor, herniated disk, stroke, or any other trauma – getting medical care from an integrated care team is essential. According to Dr. Yaron A. Moshel, co- director of the Brain Tumor Center at Atlantic NeuroSurgical Specialists (ANS), the largest neurosurgical prac- tice in New Jersey, integrated care brings together all the subspecialties related to one medical specialty for comprehensive care. “For example, at ANS, we have an integrated care system that brings together all brain tumor subspecialties in one place,” he explains. “Our brain tumor center treats only brain tumor patients with all of the experts needed to provide every component of care right here.” ANS’ Brain Tumor Center – includes specialists in neurosurgery, otolaryn- gology, radiation oncology, medical oncology, neuro-oncology, neuro-radi- ology, neuro-ophthalmology, neurolo- gy, neuropathology, physiatry – as well as consultations in nutrition, alterna- tive medicine and social services. The benefits to this collaborative approach are many – not just for brain tumor patients – but for patients with spine and neurovascular issues as well. Having specialists dedicated to each of these three specialties within neuro- surgery – versus generalist neurosur- geons – brings the depth of experience and shared knowledge that enables the most effective multidisciplinary treatment plan to be customized for each patient. ANS’ Spine Center – under the direc- tion of Dr. John J. Knightly – follows the same principle. “The ANS Spine Center brings togeth- er board-certified, fellowship-trained neuro-spine specialists, physical thera- pists, pain management physicians, chiropractors and other qualified sup- port staff to deliver exceptional care,” Knightly details. “That’s one reason we perform the most minimally invasive spine surgeries in the state of New Jer- sey.” Another is ANS’ pioneering use of “Big Data,” a powerful tool that helps iden- tify the right treatment for the right patient at the right time. Dr. Knightly serves on the Spine Executive Commit- tee of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons – Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the organiza- tion that launched the first national neurosurgical clinical registry. This out- comes database collects and analyzes clinical data that measures the quality and efficacy of common spinal and neurosurgical procedures. Likewise, ANS’ Neurovascular Center comprises a highly-trained group of neurosurgeons, radiologists, stroke neu- rologists, neurointensivists and stroke rehabilitation experts who are immersed in researching new techniques. According to Dr. Ronald P. Benitez, cen- ter director and president of ANS, “ANS’ Neurovascular Center is at the forefront of ongoing research, delivering the latest innovative treatments to the most com- plex neurological disorders, including stroke and aneurysm.” ANS’ success rate for treating strokes is higher than the national average. For more information on ANS, visit ansdocs.com or call 973.285.7800. Dr. Yaron Moshel, co-director of The ANS Brain Tumor Center, explains a new treat- ment for glioblastomas. ANS is known for pioneering cutting-edge treatments and participating in life-changing clinical trials.