Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health Pediatric Neurology and Neurosurgery
Offering cutting-edge treatment protocols and hands-on care from newborns to young adults.
Hackensack Meridian Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital at Hackensack University Medical Center and K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital at Jersey Shore University Medical Center treat the full spectrum of neurological conditions in children, including the most rare and complex, and our pioneering research in pediatric neurology/neurosurgery is expansive.

Study Examines Marijuana-Based Therapies’ Effectiveness in Reducing Seizure Frequency in Patients with Epilepsy
Neurologists find no advantage in trying alternative formulations if first formulation is not effective

Pediatric Neurology and Neurosurgery Offered in Multi-Specialty Outpatient Practice
Range of pediatric specialties broadened to Central New Jersey

Patient From Wales Receives Complex Neurosurgery at Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health
Family seeks treatment at Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital after four-year-old treated unsuccessfully in Europe

Craniofacial and Cleft Center Recognized by American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association
Team of clinicians works together to treat complex cranial and facial abnormalities

Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health Neurologist Conducts Phase IV Study of Perampanel in Real-World Clinical Care
Pediatric epileptologist analyzes clinical use of anti-seizure medication in patients with epilepsy

Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital Welcomes New Neurologist and Critical Care Specialist
Dr. Cappell adds pediatric neurointensive care to hospital’s list of specialties

Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital Welcomes New Neurologist
Dr. Rubenstein brings passion for pediatric neurology

K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital Creates New Pediatric Neurology Residency
Only residency of its kind in New Jersey

Neurosurgeons at Hackensack University Medical Center Perform Hospital’s First Endoscopic-Assisted Corpus Callosotomy Surgery
Procedure performed for the first time at Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health

Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health Welcomes Two Chiefs of Pediatric Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Drs. Sirak and Marcantuono Bring Knowledge and Experience to Care for Patients

Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health Pediatric Neurologist Serves as Investigator in Two Brain Injury Studies
One Study Seeks Better Understanding of Concussion Recovery in Children

Pediatric Epileptologist Selected to Serve on National Board of Experts to Provide Recommendations for Sturge-Weber Syndrome
Recommendations Will Facilitate Coordinated Care for Patients with Rare Condition

Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health Pediatric Epileptologist Publishes Research on Clinical Use of Anti-Seizure Medication
Phase IV Research Published in Journal of Child Neurology

Researchers Conduct Study of Medications to Treat Pediatric and Adolescent Migraine
Study Will Evaluate Rimegepant for Pain Freedom and Other Migraine Symptoms

Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital First in NJ to Implant Responsive Neurostimulation Device in Peds Patient with Epilepsy
Device Treats Drug-Resistant Focal Epilepsy with Constant Brain Monitoring and Instant Stimulation Response to Abnormal Activity

Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health Research Shows Nasal Spray Seizure Rescue Medication Safe to Use with Oral Medication
Diazepam Nasal Spray Shown Safe with Oral Benzodiazepines for Emergency Seizure Cluster Treatment in Patients with Epilepsy

New Form of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Identified by Team Including Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital Researchers
Researchers Also Identify ALS-Related Gene Activity with Treatment Potential

Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health Joins the Pacific Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Consortium (PNOC)
Worldwide Partnership Develops New Therapies for Brain Tumors in Children and Young Adults, Offers Exclusive Clinical Trial Access