Spine Treatments

Dr. Gatto is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and has extensive training in all aspects of spine surgery, with a particular interest in spine trauma, degenerative spinal disorders, work-related spinal conditions, and the advancement of minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Gatto’s approach to treatment is very conservative, fully utilizing all diagnostic options and preferring to exhaust all non-operative avenues before considering surgery.

Dr. Lowenstein specializes in the treatment of spinal deformities, including scoliosis, kyphosis, and spondylolisthesis. He has extensive experience in treating disc herniations and stenosis of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine, and utilizes endoscopic techniques as well as artificial disc replacement for treatment of these disorders. He has a particular interest in complex revision surgery for patients who have had previous spine surgery and have associated failed back syndrome, and is also skilled in minimally invasive spine surgery.

Dr. George S. Naseef is a partner at the Advanced Spine Center and is a board certified, fellowship-trained spine surgeon. He is active member of the medical staff at Morristown Medical Center, and currently is the Vice-Chairman of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Jamie graduated with a Masters Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from UMDNJ (Rutgers University). Undergraduate coursework includes an Associates of Science degree in Biology from Raritan Valley Community College and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Rutgers University. Her current interests include adult and pediatric scoliosis and spinal deformities and the peri-operative management of surgical patients. She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.

Education: Long Island University, Health Science - Specializing in chronic pain and spine health

Education: Masters of Science, Physician Assistant Studies Seton Hall University Bachelor of Science, Rehabilitation Science University of Pittsburgh

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Sport Studies from Rutgers University. Current interests include assisting in the pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative care of patients with complex spine issues. Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants & Fellow member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants