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Dr. George Kaptain, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 56
Dr. George Kaptain, MD
4.9 (123 Ratings)

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Dr. George Kaptain, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Hackensack, NJ.
Dr. George Kaptain, MD
4.9 (123 Ratings)
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Dr. George Kaptain, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 56
Hackensack, NJ
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. George Kaptain, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Hackensack, NJ.

About

Dr. George Kaptain, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Hackensack, NJ and has 31 years experience. They graduated from University of Virginia in 1993 and completed a residency at University Of Virginia Hospital.They currently practice at New Jersey Brain and Spine and are affiliated with Holy Name Medical Center and Hackensack University Medical Center. Dr. Kaptain has experience treating conditions like Cancer of Cerebral Meninges, Cerebral Edema and Thoracic Spine Fracture among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kaptain received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 123 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Kaptain also speaks Greek and Spanish. Dr. Kaptain is board certified in Neurosurgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Cancer of Cerebral Meninges
Cerebral Edema
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Cancer of Cerebral Meninges
Cerebral Edema
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Brain Cancer
Hydrocephalus
Traumatic Brain Injury
Brain Surgery
Benign Neoplasm of Brain
Bone Cancer
Broken Neck
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Stenosis
Chiari Malformation Type 1
Chiari's Deformity
Communicating Hydrocephalus
Cranial Nerve Cancer
Cranial Trauma
Hypothalamus Cancer
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Meningiomas
Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
Osteosarcoma
Pituitary Gland Cancer
Pituitary Tumor
Stroke
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Subdural Hemorrhage
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Shunt - Insertion, Repair or Removal
Destruction of Brain Tumor
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Acoustic Neuroma
Aneurysm
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Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
Astrocytoma
Back Pain
Brain Abscess
Brain and Nervous System Cancer (incl. Gliomas, Astrocytoma, Schwannoma, Medulloblastoma, Chordoma)
Brain Metastasis
Brain Tumor
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
Cerebral Artery Thrombosis
Cerebral Embolism
Cervical Spinal Cord Injury
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chiari Malformation Type 2
Chordoma
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Colloid Cyst
Compressed Spinal Cord
Craniopharyngioma
Dural Tear
Ependymoma
Glioblastoma
Glioma
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Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia
Hemifacial Spasm
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Intracerebral Hemorrhage
Myelomalacia
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Neurogenic Bowel
Obstructive Hydrocephalus
Pineal Region Tumors
Polyneuropathy
Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Rasmussen's Syndrome
Scoliosis
Secondary Malignancies
Skull Base Tumor
Spinal Cord Tumor
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Syringomyelia
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Spinal Cord Injury
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Thoracic Stenosis
Torticollis
Traumatic Cerebral Edema
Traumatic Hydrocephalus
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Upper Back Pain
Vertebral Column Tumors
Awake Brain Surgery
Brain Tumor Surgery
Craniectomy, Craniotomy, Surgery of Skull Base, Neuroendoscopy
Craniotomy
Disc Replacement
Endoscopic Neurosurgery
Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
Microvascular Decompression
Nerve Destruction by Neurolytic Agent
Neuroplasty
Pituitary Surgery
Rhizotomy
Skull Base Surgery
Spine Fracture Treatment
Stereotactic Radiosurgery
Stereotactic Radiosurgery, Spinal or Cranial
Transphenoidal Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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  • Hospital Advantage EPO
    Local Value Network POS Plus
    Regional Preferred POS Plus
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
    Blue Card PPO
    High Performance Network - Tiered HPN
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  • BluePPO HSA PPO
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  • Direct Access PPO
    Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
    Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield POS
    Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
    OMNIA - Tier1 EPO
    OMNIA HMO
  • United Healthcare
  • Worker's Compensation WC

Locations

  1. 1 North Jersey Brain and Spine Center
    2 University Plz Ste 500, Hackensack, NJ 07601
  2. 2 New Jersey Brain and Spine - Hackensack
    20 Prospect Ave Ste 907, Hackensack, NJ 07601

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Mar 09, 2024
He took his time, answered all my questions, and made sure I understood what he was saying. I didn't feel rushed and that is very important to me.
— Mar 09, 2024
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  • We are committed to delivering the best care and an exceptional patient experience. We are devoted to providing services that are patient-centered and compassionate, and care for you as a person.

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Biography
  • Dr. George Kaptain, MD is a neurosurgery specialist in Hackensack, NJ and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Virginia in 1993. He specializes in Neurosurgery.
Biography
Languages Spoken
Greek
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Neurosurgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Virginia
    1993
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Neurosurgery
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • University of Virginia Medical Center
    1994
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Of Virginia Hospital
    2000
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Oregon Health & Science University
    2001
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. George Kaptain, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kaptain's profile.

Dr. Kaptain frequently treats the following conditions: Cancer of Cerebral Meninges, Cerebral Edema and Thoracic Spine Fracture. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. George Kaptain, MD is affiliated with Holy Name Medical Center and Hackensack University Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. George Kaptain, MD holds board certification in Neurosurgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Holy Name Medical Center

    718 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck, NJ

  • Hackensack University Medical Center

    30 Prospect Ave, Hackensack, NJ