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Dr. Jonathan Lustgarten, MD

Dr. Jonathan Lustgarten, MD

Neurosurgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Jonathan Lustgarten, MD is a neurosurgeon in West Long Branch, NJ and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Bayshore Medical Center and Riverview Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Neurosurgeons of NJ

121 Highway 36 Ste 330 West Long Branch, NJ 07764

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(732) 222-8866

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Lustgarten is affiliated with Riverview Medical Center Red Bank, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Lustgarten is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Lustgarten's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lustgarten

3.9

26 ratings, 17 with a written review
5 Star
65%
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4 Star
8%
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3 Star
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2 Star
4%
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1 Star
23%
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Laura C. – Nov 08, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Peter B. – May 03, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Pamela F. – Apr 01, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Maury Mangan – Sep 02, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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A shah – Aug 09, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Walter M. – Jun 27, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Mandy Hill (Johnny Hill's mom) in Pemberton, NJ – Jun 16, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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D.L. in Marlboro, NJ – Dec 17, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Cathy Delanoy in Toms River, NJ – Dec 06, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Red Bank , NJ – May 01, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Marleneruth in Highlands, NJ – Dec 08, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Pete S in Red Bank, NJ – Sep 01, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
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Michael in Point Pleasant, NJ – Jul 09, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
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Mike I. in Ocean, NJ – Jun 01, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dennis Galante in Toms River, NJ – May 17, 2016
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jim J. in Fort lauderdale, FL – May 12, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
John D Redding in Toms River nj 08755 – Jan 06, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Lustgarten founded and directs the Central New Jersey practice based in West Long Branch at Monmouth Medical Center. He also practices out of Riverview Medical Center.

His interests include brain and pituitary tumors, image-guided...read more

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Ny & Presby Hp-columbia Campus, Neurological Surgery

    Residency Hospital

  • Columbia Presby Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1990

  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 1988
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Dr. Lustgarten is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Neurosurgeons of NJ

    Neurosurgeons of NJ121 Highway 36 Ste 330 West Long Branch, NJ 07764
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    Neurosurgeons of New Jersey (Toms River)

    Neurosurgeons of New Jersey (Toms River)530 Lakehurst Rd Ste 308 Toms River, NJ 08755
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Riverview Medical Center

      1 Riverview Plz
      Red Bank, NJ 07701
      Recipient of 20
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Monmouth Medical Center

      300 2nd Ave
      Long Branch, NJ 07740
      Recipient of 7
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback

    • Bayshore Medical Center

      727 N Beers St
      Holmdel, NJ 07733
      Recipient of 14
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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