Dr. Michael G. Kaiser, MD | Ridgewood, NJ | Neurosurgeon

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Dr. Michael G. Kaiser is a nationally recognized neurosurgeon and leading cervical spine specialist practicing in Ridgewood, New Jersey. He specializes in complex spinal procedures, spinal tumors, and surgical innovation. Dr. Kaiser treats cervical myelopathy, degenerative cervical disease, radiculopathy, spinal deformities, spinal tumors, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and lumbar nerve compression. His advanced techniques include ACDF surgery, cervical fusion, posterior cervical procedures, and lumbar microdiscectomy. Dr. Kaiser emphasizes personalized care, recommending non-surgical or surgical options to reduce pain, restore function, and help patients return to daily activities.

accepting new patients
4.9

292 Ratings
32 years of experience
23 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, German, English
Emory University
236 written reviews
3 specialties
20 areas of expertise
3 board certifications
1 office location
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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4.9

292 Ratings with 236 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 7 Minutes

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Patients frequently commend Dr. Michael G. Kaiser for his thoroughness, professionalism, and ability to clearly explain medical procedures, which helps put them at ease. Many highlight his compassionate demeanor, excellent communication skills, and the successful outcomes of their surgeries. Feedback consistently reflects satisfaction with the care received, indicating that surgeries were often life-changing and recovery swift. There were no negative reviews identified in the dataset.

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I would highly recommend Dr Kaiser to others. He genuinely takes time to make sure you understand the whole process.

December 14th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Great overall experience! Dr. Kaiser is an excellent surgeon, and genuinely takes the time to explain and make sure you understand the process. I would highly recommend Dr. Kaiser to others.

December 14th, 2023

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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 8th, 2023

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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 8th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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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 7th, 2023

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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 7th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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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 7th, 2023

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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 7th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Took an appreciable amount of time with me

August 4th, 2023

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Took an appreciable amount of time with me

August 4th, 2023 | Source: Partner

Neurosurgeons of New Jersey

1200 E Ridgewood Ave Ste 209Ridgewood, NJ 07450

Tel: (201) 327-8600

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Dr. Michael G. Kaiser, MD	Dr. Guilherme Barros, MD	Dr. Kyle Chapple, MD	Dr. David Wells-Roth, MD
Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.9 (292 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.6 (30 Ratings)	4.8 (30 Ratings)
32 Years of Experience	9 Years of Experience	24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, German, English		Speaks English	Speaks English
Ridgewood , NJ	Morristown , NJ	Morristown , NJ	Hackensack , NJ
Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine	Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University	Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health	Med School: George Washington School of Medicine
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EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Emory University

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Department of Neurological Surgery at College of Physicians & Surgeons of Columbia University

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Yale University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1994

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What languages does Dr. Michael Kaiser speak?: Dr. Michael Kaiser speaks Spanish, German, and English.
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Where is Dr. Michael Kaiser's office located?: Dr. Michael Kaiser's office is located at 1200 E Ridgewood Ave Ste 209, Ridgewood, NJ, 07450.
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