George John Kaptain, MD

My wife was recently diagnosed with brain cancer. One side effect was a build-up of fluid in her brain. Dr Kaptain inserted a shunt in her skull that helped drain the fluid and get her back to "normalcy." Prior to the procedure he explained the pros/cons of the operation and what to expect. His analysis was right on and his performance was exemplary. The follow-up visit was informative and helpful. Dr. Kaptain's "bedside manner" is first rate. My family and I highly recommend him.

I don't think that 5 stars adequately reflect how highly I think of Dr. George Kaptain, a neurosurgeon at North Jersey Brain and Spine. After living with debilitating pain for many years, Dr. Kaptain made me hopeful that my condition could be corrected with surgery. During our consultation, his kindness, compassion, and empathy put me completely at ease. He patiently explained the available 3 options and their potential for correcting my problem. We looked together at my scan so that I could visualize why surgery could be my best option for success, and I was completely comfortable choosing surgery. On the day of my surgery, i was confident, because he had already thoroughly described what would happen before, during, and after surgery. Also, Dr. Kaptain's warm and caring personality inspired trust, and I felt safe in his care. I cannot adequately express how grateful I am that his expertise and skill resulted in the best possible outcome. The minute I woke-up from surgery, I knew the… pain was gone. My in-patient recovery was also the best possible in every way. I will always be grateful to Dr. Kaptain and his supporting team for a life-changing experience. Tricia D-S

Dr kaptain is an amazing clinician who goes out of his way to ensure excellent patient care. My family and I are so grateful we found Dr Kaptain to perform my surgery. He and his staff are phenomenal.

Did an excellent job with my surgery. And of almost equal importance, took the time to communicate with me and my family in a way that was clear, but not condescending.

Excellent surgeon. I was lucky he was available to perform my surgery, as not many doctors perform the type of biopsy I needed while I was in the hospital. He is very kind and professional and took his time to address all my questions and concerns

Dr. Kaptain recently has performed two separate procedures on my husband. He accommodated him immediately in both and we appreciate that he let us know that he had my husband in his best interest. So grateful for his exceptional care and compassion to improve my husband’s health and well-being. Dr. Kaptain provided his cell phone number to text with questions or concerns, and he responded quickly to us reaching out to him. We were confident in his extreme knowledge. We want to acknowledge that he reached out to know my husband, our family, and showed interest in what was important to have my husband regain his health and strength to go back to his normal active life. Dr. Kaptain is the doctor you want in your corner, fighting for the best care and outcome for your health. We are so grateful for this EXCEPTIONAL DOCTOR!

I feel eternally blessed to have met Dr. George Kaptain, because he gave me a new chance at life. I was in so much in pain when I met him for the first surgery. Presently speaking after my second surgery, I feel like a brand new woman. Of course, I am not fully 100%, life for me is so much much better and I owe that to Dr. Kaptain and his team. My Angels!!!

Made a terrifying diagnosis compassionate and understanable.

Nothing short of amazing. George Kaptain and his associates are amazing, in both medicine and personal attendance and human compassion. From initial visit, through to after care, I am grateful to have been recommended to this practice. He listens attentively, asks great questions, provides complete insight into what the issue at hand is. After my mom (80 years old) was diagnosed with a meningioma on her brain, potentially impacting her eyesight, we consulted with Doctor Kaptain. He took us through what this meant in terms of impact to vision, and quality of life. He was not so urgent to perform surgery (as many doctors can be prone to). He suggested a wait and see attitude, monitoring over time (which subsequent MRI scans) to gauge growth. This built great confidence in his approach to practicing medicine. About a year later, we were back to visit, for a separate concern. After initially feeling some sensation causing tingling and numbness in her right leg she… quickly deteriorated. A post thanksgiving visit diagnosed here again with a meningioma in her spine, pushing up against her spinal cord. This happened so quickly, to where she was no longer able to drive, or walk without a cane. After a visit to Doctor Kaptain, and his assessment, both visual, in evaluating her gait, the MRI’s, and her reflexes, he offered us enough information, again not urging for surgery, but pragmatically guiding us to make our own decision. Surgery was a success, performed at Hackensack Medical, and recovery began. We are very fortunate to have had such a great experience with such a delicate surgery and to have Doctor Kaptain as our neurosurgeon. I can not thank him and his staff, and the wonderful people at Hackensack Medical for their kindness, thoughtfulness, professionalism, bedside manor, and talent.

I recently had two surgeries with Dr. George Kaptain (One Neuro & one Spinal due to a recent Lymphoma diagnosis.) I was referred to him by my World Renowned Oncologist who specializes in my diseases and could not have been happier with the service, attention, care, warmth and quick response of Dr. Kaptain & his entire office. He explains everything involved clearly and is a warm and caring person. He was quick to offer his personal information if any concerns or questions came up. Really went above and beyond every step of the way. First Class Neurosurgeon, person & Dr. Would Highly recommend him!