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Dr. Jonathan Lustgarten

MD, FAANS

Award Winning Spine Surgeon

745 Hope Road,
Eatontown, NJ 07724
732-222-8866

The Lustgarten Approach to Spine Care

Dr. Jonathan H. Lustgarten is a board-certified neurosurgeon and experienced back and spine surgeon in New Jersey. Based in Eatontown and affiliated with Riverview Medical Center, he provides personalized care for patients seeking a back surgeon, neck surgeon, or spine specialist in NJ.

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Dr. Lustgarten specializes in minimally invasive back and spine surgery, spinal fusion, disc treatment, and other procedures for conditions affecting the neck, back, spine, and surrounding nerves. He carefully evaluates each patient to determine whether symptoms can be treated without surgery or whether back surgery or neck surgery may provide lasting relief.

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Back and Neck Conditions Treated

Dr. Lustgarten treats a range of spinal conditions, including:

  • Herniated, bulging, and degenerative discs

  • Spinal stenosis and nerve compression

  • Chronic neck and lower back pain

  • Cervical and lumbar spine conditions

  • Arm or leg pain, numbness, and weakness

  • Conditions requiring spinal fusion or decompression

  • Complex and previously treated spine conditions

 

When surgery is appropriate, Dr. Lustgarten uses minimally invasive techniques designed to limit tissue disruption, relieve pressure on the nerves, and support a smoother recovery. He also explains what patients can expect from their procedure, including their anticipated back or neck surgery recovery time.

 

Patients searching for a back and spine surgeon near them, a New Jersey back surgeon, or an experienced NJ neck surgeon can receive comprehensive care close to home. Dr. Lustgarten takes time to explain each diagnosis and treatment option so patients can make informed, confident decisions about their spine care.

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Practice Details & Credentials

Hospital Privileges
  • Bayshore Community Hospital

  • Monmouth Medical Center

  • Riverview Medical Center

  • NYU Langone Health

Awards & Honors
  • Castle Connolly Top Doctors

  • Jersey's Best

  • Monmouth County Top Doctors

  • WebMD Preferred Provider

Insurances
  • Aetna Medicare

  • Aetna Meritain & Assure

  • Aetna Signature (1199 & GEHA)

  • Aetna Whole Health

  • Clover Medicare – Case by Case exception

  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield (Blue Card/Suitcase/PPO)

  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of NJ (commercial)

  • Horizon Braven Health (PPO, HMO-POS)

  • Braven Medicare Choice PPO

  • Braven Medicare Freedom PPO

  • Braven Medicare Group HMO-POS

  • Braven Medicare Access group HMO-POS

  • Medicare (Part A and Part B)

  • No Fault (New Jersey Motor Vehicle Accidents Only)

  • Omnia (tier 1)

  • Oxford Garden State Health Plan

  • Oxford Health Plan

  • UHC under Empire/NYSHIP plan

  • United HealthCare (commercial, including All Savers) UMR

  • Worker’s Comp- NJ Only

Ask the Doctor

What is the Recovery Time for Lumbar Spinal Fusion Surgery? - Dr. Jonathan H. Lustgarten
How Long Does Pain Last After ACDF Surgery? - Dr. Jonathan H. Lustgarten
Explain the Recovery After a Lumbar Microdiscectomy?- Dr. Jonathan H. Lustgarten

Patient Testimonials

Meet One of Dr. Lustgarten’s Patients

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Jerry is a retired college professor who loves to stay active. After starting to experience numbness in his fingers and loss of balance, he contacted the Neurosurgeons of New Jersey Eatontown office and met Dr. Lustgarten.

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Watch Jerry share his experience of how Dr. Lustgarten saved the day!

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"I highly recommend Dr Lustgarten and his team. I had ACDF surgery, was off pain meds after a week, and even back to my singing job in 3-4 weeks. No issues whatsoever, and my hand tingling/numbness resolved. Thank you!"

Douglas Clark

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"I appreciate everything Dr. lustgarten and his team have done for me. After an unfortunate accident he has helped me begin to get my life back. No one wants to have spinal surgery at just 26 but my recovery was not nearly as bad as expected, and I attributed that solely to his care and skill. I would recommend him to anyone."

Kourtney Franco

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