Neurosurgical Associates of Central Jersey

Providing Hope & Healing

Through our expert diagnosis and treatment

Neurosurgical Brain Services

At Neurosurgical Associates of Central Jersey, our NJ

neurosurgeons specialize in treating complex brain disorders

using advanced techniques and state-of-the-art technologies.

Spine Surgery Services

The neurosurgeons of Neurosurgical Associates of Central Jersey provide a unique expertise in caring for spinal conditions, including herniated disk, spinal compression and many others traditionally seen by spinal orthopedists.

Peripheral Nerve Services

Here at Neurosurgical Associates of Central Jersey, we’re the experts in remedying conditions affecting the peripheral nervous: system (PNS). The PNS is made up of all the nerves outside of the brain and spinal cord.

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Our Specialties


| Brain

Our neurosurgeons specialize in treating complex brain disorders using advanced techniques and state-of-the-art technologies.

| Spine

We provide unique expertise in caring for spinal conditions, including herniated disc, spinal compression and many others traditionally seen by spinal orthopedists.

| Peripheral Nerve

We’re the experts in remedying conditions affecting the peripheral nervous system (PNS). The PNS is made up of all the nerves outside of the brain and spinal cord.

Meet Our Experienced Surgeons


We are an adult neurosurgical practice specializing in complex spine and brain disorders, as well as minimally invasive spinal and intracranial procedures.

Our patients benefit from a highly skilled team of surgeons that use advanced technologies and techniques to treat a range of neurological conditions.

We have been serving the central New Jersey community for over 20 years, offering our patients personalized care that gets them up and about and back to their daily lives. Throughout treatment, we spend significant time with each and every patient to explain procedure plans and put minds at ease.

James M. Chimenti, MD

James M. Chimenti, MD

Brain & Spinal Surgeon

Dr. James Chimenti has extensive experience in minimally invasive neurosurgery and has special interest in both complex and minimally invasive procedures, as well as brain tumor treatment, stereotactic radiosurgery and the surgical management of pain.

Richard V. Buonocore, MD

Richard V. Buonocore, MD

Brain & Spinal Surgeon

Dr. Richard V. Buonocore is a neurosurgeon with a special interest in stereotactic radiosurgery. He joined Neurosurgical Associates of Central Jersey in 2019. Before coming to Neurosurgical Associates of Central Jersey, Dr. Buonocore has held positions at practices in Pennsylvania and Maryland.

Our Blogs


A doctor's an points a pen at a test results image for a patient
Navigating Pituitary Tumor Surgery: From Diagnosis Through Healing
A doctor feels the back of a male patient's neck
Understanding ACDF Surgery for Neck Pain and Spinal Concerns
A doctor explains Discectomy using a prop spine
Discectomy Dos and Don’ts: Your Guide to a Speedy Recovery

What our patients say


I am very pleased and satisfied with the outcome of my surgery. (ACDF) performed by Dr. James Chimenti…

When I woke up from anesthesia, all the pain, tingling, numbness and weakness had completely vanished. Dr. Chimenti has restored my ability to function, and also, had improved the quality of my life. I will always recommend Dr. Chimenti to anyone who is looking for a confident, knowledgeable and skillful neurosurgeon.

Thank you so much, Dr. Chimenti!

Thank you to the entire friendly staff of Neurosurgical Associates of Central Jersey, PA!

-AG Corvi, RN

What our patients say


A touching thank you letter from a patient…

For a person to allow a surgeon to perform surgery on their back, requires the utmost trust that the physician is skilled in their field. When it was apparent from my MRI that I could possibly benefit from lower back surgery to alleviate the chronic pain in my right hip and leg, you were the physician referred to me by not just one other physician but three…two whom were personally seeing you for their own back issues. That made it very clear to me that you would be the surgeon to whom I could trust.

You and your staff made me feel welcome and at east form my very first appointment to my last appointment to your office. During my appointments you never made me feel rushed, you always gave me your undivided attention and was willing to address any questions or concerns.

Recently, I returned from a 10 day vacation in Palm Springs CA where I was hiking and took five to seven mile walks in the warm morning dessert sun…none of these activities would have been possible prior to the lower back surgery that you performed on me on January 10, 2012.

Thank you for giving me back some of the things that I enjoy so much in life.

-J.C.

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Contact Us


Please use this contact form only for general questions or to request more information about our practice. If you are in need of medical care and would like to make an appointment, please call our office directly at (732) 302-1720