Neurological Emergency & Acute Care Services

Neurocritical care

When a stroke, seizure, or spinal cord injury strikes, every second matters. We deliver rapid, expert neurological care with 24/7 access to advanced diagnostics, specialized teams, and state-of-the-art facilities—when it matters most.

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Neuroscience is a top priority at Atlantic Health. Our hospitals are saving lives and restoring hope for patients and families facing brain and spine emergencies.- Kiwon Lee, MD, Medical Director of Neurological Acute Care

Why choose us for neurocritical care?

Expert teams, 24/7

Our neurocritical care units are staffed by board-certified neurologists, neurosurgeons, neurointensivists, and specially trained nurses. With 24/7 coverage, patients receive immediate, expert care at any hour. Our teams are trained in high-acuity neurological emergencies and collaborate across disciplines to ensure seamless care.

State-of-the-art facilities

We’ve invested in cutting-edge technology and modernized spaces to support healing and innovation. Overlook Medical Center offers all-private rooms, a new epilepsy monitoring unit, and dedicated neurosurgical suites. Morristown’s expanded emergency department and level 1 trauma center provide rapid access to lifesaving interventions.

Coordinated care

From diagnosis through recovery, our patient navigators and multidisciplinary teams ensure every patient receives personalized, coordinated care. We also offer access to clinical trials and are launching a neurology residency program to train the next generation of specialists—right here in New Jersey.

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