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Michael Kaiser

Dr. Michael G. Kaiser, MD

NeurosurgeonSpine Surgeon
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Michael Kaiser

Dr. Michael G. Kaiser , MD

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OVERVIEW

Dr. Michael Kaiser became a neurosurgeon due to his lifetime interest in neurological sciences.

In medical school, he anticipated he would become a surgeon. After watching a cranial neurological procedure, he knew he wanted to pursue this interest. On a daily basis, Dr. Kaiser is driven by the opportunity to engage in personal interactions with his patients and to provide them with peace of mind. He is motivated by improvements in the diagnostic process and the ability neurosurgeons have to serve as patient advocates. Dr. Kaiser understands not all candidates benefit from a surgical procedure. He takes pride in making this distinction for his patients.

Dr. Kaiser received his undergraduate degree from New York University, where he graduated summa cum laude as a Farr Scholar and Biology Representative for his class. He was class President and awarded his doctorate from the Yale University School of Medicine. At Yale, Dr. Kaiser was an American Heart Association Research Fellow. He also won The Peter F. Curran Thesis Award. He completed his internship in the Department of Surgery and his residency in the Department of Neurological Surgery at College of Physicians & Surgeons of Columbia University. Dr. Kaiser also completed a comprehensive spine fellowship at Emory University.

Dr. Kaiser has been engaged in clinical research throughout his training. While at Yale medical school he received the American Heart Association Research grant to study cerebral blood flow physiology and was awarded the Peter F Curran thesis award. During his residency at Columbia University, he was engaged in novel treatments of brain tumors and authored several book chapters on spine surgery. During his spine fellowship at Emory University, he conducted cutting edge clinical research on patients undergoing both cervical and lumbar fusion procedures and published these results in leading peer reviewed journals.

Dr. Kaiser specializes in treatments for cervical and lumbar degenerative disease, complex cervical spine reconstructions, spinal cord and nerve tumors, spine tumors, and minimally invasive spinal procedures.  The ability to assist patients suffering from a neurological deficit has been a focus of his career.

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PATIENT'S PERSPECTIVE

Explains conditions and treatments
Takes time to answer my questions
Provides follow-up as needed

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RATINGS AND REVIEWS

Dr. Kaiser's Rating
153 Ratings with 72 Reviews
Patient Perspective
5.0 Explains conditions and treatments
5.0 Takes time to answer my questions
5.0 Provides follow-up as needed
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Neurosurgeons of New Jersey (Ridgewood)
1200 E Ridgewood Ave
Ridgewood, NJ, 07450
72 REVIEWS
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"Arrogance. I saw Dr. Kaiser while in search of a particular procedure that my pain management specialist recommended, but doesn't do in his facility. When I called the reception desk to schedule an initial consultation appointment, I specifically asked if Dr. Kaiser does Endoscopic Rhizotomy, separate from Radiofrequency Ablation. The receptionist put me on hold to find out, came back, and said that he has done it before. With that information, I finished scheduling my appointment. When I arrived and met with Dr. Kaiser I presented them with my medical records which included my MRIs on discs. The doctor attempted to extract the file and open it, but was unable to get it to work. I asked if he tried to just open the file without extracting it and he responded by saying it doesn't work that way, even though that's how I accessed it at home. He continued to try things "his way" and even made me switch rooms to his personal office which didn't work. I pressed him again to just open the ...
file directly from the disc and guess what? It opened. While all of this was happening he was asking me about my presenting symptoms and while I was expressing nerve pain from multi level herniations and muscular pain from chronic spasms, he interrupted multiple times to tell me that what I was feeling wasn't correct. Once we finished up the initial intake, I asked him about the procedure and Dr. Kaiser stated that he's never heard of it before. I shared that my pain management specialist recommended me for it, but Dr. Kaiser continued to say that he's a surgeon and would know if it was a real procedure. The level of arrogance and inability to listen to others is extremely concerning. If you look up "Endoscopic Rhizotomy" it shows up in John Hopkin's medical website and the National Institutes of Health. Waste of my time and will be a waste of yours. "
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  • December 7, 2023
"As with prior visits, Dr Kaiser showed his concern, compassion and depth of knowledge for my condition. I had been to multiple neurosurgeons before seeing him but now will never go to anyone else."
  • September 8, 2023
"Dr Kaiser involves his Patients in the decion making after he has discussed the appropriate care, explaines test results and Lab work. He carefully listens to Patients concerns and helps to relax the Patient. He is extremely thorough and covers all bases. He is competent, knowledeable and direct. Dr Kaiser is friendly and has a great way of communicating some very difficult diagnosis in a completly understandable and effective manner. He is certainly one of the Best Neurosurgeons I know."
  • September 7, 2023
"Dr. Kaiser is absolutely wonderful!! From the first time I met him to the follow through of my surgery, he was there every step of the way. I can not emphasis enough how wonderful, professional, knowledgeable and compassionate Dr. Kaiser is. I knew from the first time I walked into his office for a consultation, there was no one else I trusted with my spinal surgery!"
  • August 7, 2023
"Took an appreciable amount of time with me"
  • August 4, 2023
"From all office employees to dr Kaiser they are so accommodating, comforting and easy to talk to and understand"
  • May 17, 2023
"I understand very well his explanation about my problem and treatment for it . I am satisfied very much."
  • April 28, 2023
"Dr Michael Káiser Great bed side manners listens to you tentatively gives you positive advise concerning Your operation.I had seen several doctors concerning my sciatic nerve problem that they advised that I would need to place screws in my L4/5 I decided to have a third a pinion and went to see Dr Michael Kaiser he explained to me that I didn’t need to have screws placed So I opted to have Dr Kaiser perform my operation it was a success…Want To Thank Dr Kaiser and his lovely staff for there kindness and there dedication to helping me.."
  • April 26, 2023
"Very personable giving all my options"
  • February 2, 2023
"Everything is good so far"
  • December 14, 2022
"I was scared before I got to the office but I soon as I meet Dr: Kaiser, he explained everything about the procedure and after I felt relaxed and comfortable ."
  • December 7, 2022
"Good experience"
  • December 7, 2022
"No negative issues"
  • December 6, 2022
"was very pleased with his know-how and his knowledge and also everyone on staff who helped me through this experience---Julie, Vivian, Mary Ann etc."
  • November 16, 2022
"Easy to make an appointment. Arrived and was seen promptly buy the doctor. Thorough explanation and time for questions."
  • November 10, 2022
"Surgery went very well & back problem was resolved. Very personable. Like meeting an old friend. Would gladly recommend to anyone I know with a back issue."
  • October 26, 2022
"Surgery for herniated disc(microdiscectomy) went well & completely resolved the issue. Very personable. Like meeting an old friend. Would have no problem recommending Dr. Kaiser to anyone with a back issue."
  • October 26, 2022
"My experience was outstanding! I had gone to two previous Drs that wanted to go right to the back fusion. But, Dr. Kaiser was able to give me a less invasive procedure of microdisectomy to clear area and take out herniation from my disc. So far, I have seen 50% improvement in 5 weeks. Very satisfied."
  • October 19, 2022
"I went to Dr Kaiser because I had severe sciatica and could hardly walk without pain. Every step of the way he was professional and spent a lot of time explaining my condition. When I went for surgery I felt so co disentangle that I was in good hands. After the surgery I walked out of the hospital the sciatic pain was gone and I was back to work in 3 weeks."
  • October 12, 2022
"Dr. Kaiser prescribes the solution that matches to your disease. Willing to listen and answer your questions. Open to questions about why his treatment is different from other surgeons. He really knows his stuff. That's why I went back to him for a second surgery. In 2013, I was diagnosed with myelopathy from cervical disorder. He performed an anterior cervical corpectomy and fusion. I asked him why not the standard anterior cervical discectomy and fusion? He said this will not give you full decompression as my herniation was recessed due to its longitudinal spread. The goal of the surgery is to give you full decompression against the spinal cord. Now fast forward to 2022. Again, I am diagnosed with myelopathy from cervical disorder. He performed an anterior cervical discectomy and fusion as the herniation did not have the same longitudinal spread as in 2013. Went for a second opinion at the Hospital for Special Surgery and recommended the same surgery."
  • August 11, 2022

LOCATIONS

1200 E Ridgewood Ave
Ridgewood, NJ, 07450
  • Accepting New Patients
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
  • Accepting New Patients

SPECIALTIES

  • Neurosurgeon
  • Spine Surgeon

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Medical School
Yale University School Of Medicine
Graduated 1994
Fellowship
Emory University
Residency
Department of Neurological Surgery at College of Physicians & Surgeons of Columbia University

INSURANCE PLANS ACCEPTED  (20)

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  • Oxford Garden State
  • Aetna Whole Health
  • Aetna Signature (1199 & GEHA)
  • Clover Health (Medicare plan)
  • Aetna Medicare
  • Cigna Mohawk Valley (PPO only thru Valley Cigna)
  • Aetna Meritain & Assure
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Braven Medicare Freedom PPO
  • Horizon Braven Health (PPO, HMO-POS)
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Braven Medicare Group HMO-POS
  • Medicare (Part A)
  • Medicare Part B (traditional Medicare)
  • UHC under Empire/NYSHIP Plan
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • Workers Compensation
  • No Fault - NJ only
  • United Health Care - Commercial
  • Omnia (tier 1)
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