NSPC Brain & Spine Surgery Maintains Top Neurosurgery Ranking in New York for Third Year

NSPC Brain & Spine Surgery has achieved the top ranking as New York State's leading neurosurgery practice group for the third consecutive year according to the Castle Connolly Accolades survey. The practice also secured a position among the top 10 private neurosurgery practices nationally in the same recognition program. This consistent recognition underscores NSPC's established reputation in the field of neurological surgery and provides patients with third-party validation of the practice's quality standards.

The Castle Connolly Accolades program identifies healthcare groups with the highest concentration of peer-nominated physicians who meet rigorous criteria for professional excellence. Steve Leibforth, Castle Connolly's Managing Director, explained that "By recognizing institutions with the most Top Doctors, Castle Connolly Accolades highlight the leadership and excellence of these healthcare providers. For patients, this recognition serves as a trusted third-party validation, helping them make informed healthcare decisions and feel confident that they are receiving care from the best in the field." The selection process involves peer nominations followed by thorough screening by Castle Connolly's physician-led research team, with doctors prohibited from paying for inclusion.

Michael H. Brisman M.D., F.A.C.S., chief executive officer of NSPC, expressed pride in the achievement, stating, "We are honored to have been ranked, again, by Castle Connolly as one of the top neurosurgery practices in the nation and the top ranked neurosurgery physician practice in New York State for the third straight year. This achievement confirms our practice's 68-year commitment to patient care and excellence in spine and brain surgery." The practice, which operates seven offices across Long Island and Manhattan, employs 11 neurosurgeons specializing in various neurological conditions and advanced surgical techniques.

Among NSPC's Castle Connolly Top Doctors are Jonathan L. Brisman, MD (Cerebrovascular, Spine and Brain Surgery); Benjamin R. Cohen, MD (Spine Surgery); Vladimir Y. Dadashev, MD (Spine Surgery); Zachariah M. George, MD (Spine Surgery); Yusef Imani, MD (Spine Surgery); Stephen T. Onesti, MD (Spine Surgery); and Sachin N. Shah, MD (Spine Surgery). These physicians represent the practice's expertise across multiple neurosurgical specialties. Castle Connolly has maintained its Top Doctors selection process for over 35 years, with detailed information available at https://www.castleconnolly.com.

The recognition holds significance for healthcare consumers navigating complex medical decisions, particularly in specialized fields like neurosurgery where treatment outcomes significantly impact quality of life. For NSPC, the third consecutive year of top ranking in New York reinforces its position as a leading private practice in a competitive healthcare market. The practice's inclusion in national rankings alongside this state-level recognition demonstrates consistent performance across multiple evaluation dimensions. Additional information about NSPC's services and physician expertise can be found at https://www.nspc.com.