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Dr. Joseffer: Treating Back Pain
Featured in Princeton Health Magazine: Dr. Joseffer, Chief of Neurosurgery at Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center (PMC), and Co-director of PMC Spine Services
Read More2020 Top Doctors
Congratulations to Nirav Shah, MD on being named one of Philidelphia Magazine Top Doctors 2020! https://www.phillymag.com/find-a-doctor/nirav-shah/
Read MoreDr. Mark McLaughlin’s Telemed Tip for Doctors
1. Use Zoom as a video platform, it is HIPAA compliant. All you need to do is set up a business associate agreement with them. 2. The coding is easy. Use the same new and established patient E&M codes. The only modification is to strictly bill on the amount of time spent with the patient.…
Read MoreSecrets of College Planning with Dr. Dhimant Balar- Princeton Brian, Spine & Sports Medicine
Dr. Nirav Shah Explains Ben Simmons’ Injury
Dr. Shah Discusses Ben Simmons’ Injury Our own Dr. Nirav Shah spoke with WIP Radio regarding the Philadelphia 76ers, Ben Simmons’ injury. Listen to the broadcast here!
Read MorePrinceton Brain, Spine and Sports Medicine Implants First M6-C™ Artificial Cervical Disc In New Jersey
HOPEWELL, NJ: October 1, 2019: On September 26, 2019, Dr. Nirav K. Shah and Dr. Seth S. Joseffer from Princeton Brain, Spine and Sports Medicine were the first neurosurgeons in New Jersey to implant the M6-C™ at Capital Health System in Hopewell, New Jersey. The surgery was performed on a woman who was injured in…
Read MoreTips to Improve a Long Recovery
A long recovery from a major surgery or operation is an ongoing process that requires discipline in self care, mental stamina, and emotional fortitude. Recoveries can span months or even years depending on the severity of the procedure. Medical professionals carefully tailor rehabilitation strategies based on individual patient needs, and it’s crucial to follow these…
Read MoreOrthopedic Surgeons vs. Neurosurgeons
Neurosurgeons and Orthopedic Surgeons are both qualified and trained to perform complex operations on the spine of a patient. Over the years, the line between these two types of surgeons has continued to blur and understanding the differences between them comes down to evaluating their key specializations and qualifications. In determining which type of surgeon…
Read MoreWhat is a Concussion?
A Concussion is a form of traumatic brain injury caused by the brain moving rapidly and violently within the skull. This is normally the result of a hard blow or jolt to the head during contact sports, car crashes, bike riding, and falls. In the U.S., over one million traumatic brain injuries occur each year. …
Read MoreWhat is a Herniated Disc?
A Herniated disc is one of the leading causes of back pain, as 20 out of 1000 people are diagnosed with the condition. According to the American Chiropractic Association, studies show that over 80% of the population will experience some form of back pain over the course of their lives. Small discs cushion the vertebrae…
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