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Ronald P Benitez,  MD

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Ronald P Benitez, MD

Neurosurgery

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About me

Dr. Benitez is among a select group of neurosurgeons specializing in both surgical and endovascular treatment of cerebrovascular disease. Renowned for pioneering innovative, life-changing treatments, he has advanced care for patients with strokes, brain aneurysms, epilepsy, and brain tumors. Beyond his surgical expertise, he is deeply committed to patient education and compassionate care.

A recognized leader in minimally invasive epilepsy surgery, Dr. Benitez has also helped advance robotic technology for epilepsy monitoring and treatment. Now, he is at the forefront of neuromodulation, a cutting-edge field that uses electrical nerve stimulation to enhance recovery in stroke patients. As the first neurosurgeon in New Jersey to implant The Vivistim® System, he is helping restore hand and arm movement in ischemic stroke survivors—marking a major breakthrough in stroke rehabilitation.

Areas of focus: Acoustic Neuromas (Vestibular Schwannomas), Arteriovenous Malformations (Avms) Of The Brain), Carotid & Vertebral Artery Stenosis, Complex Brain Aneurysms, Dural Arteriovenous Fistuals (Davfs), Epilepsy (Surgical Candidates), Hemorrhagic Stroke (Intracerebral & Subarachnoid Hemorrhage), Ischemic Stroke (Including Thrombectomy & Revascularization), Moyamoya Disease (Surgical Bypass For Progressive Vascular Narrowing), Transient Ischemic Attack (Tia)

SPECIALTIES

  • Neurosurgery

AFFILIATIONS

  • Accountable Care Organization

  • Atlantic Brain and Spine

  • Morristown Medical Center

  • Overlook Medical Center

Where to see me

Insurance

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  • AARP

  • Aetna

  • Empire Medicare

  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield

  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield-NJ State Employee Plan

  • Horizon Medicare

  • Horizon MyWay Plans

  • Humana

  • Humana Medicare Advantage

  • Medicaid

  • Education & Experience

    TRAINING

    Georgetown University School of Medicine

    Medical School

    Georgetown University Hospital

    Internship

    Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

    Residency

    Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

    Fellowship

    BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

    Neurosurgery

    American Board of Neurological Surgery