Dr. Jaime H. Nieto, MD, MS, Rego Park, NY

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.56

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

“I absolutely recommend Dr. Nieto he’s compassionate and very knowledgeable, he took his time and explained everything in detail, the girls at the office are welcoming , supportive and very efficient.”

Lisa J.June 5, 2025

About Dr. Jaime H. Nieto

Jaime Humberto Nieto, MD, MBA, MS, is a board-certified neurosurgeon affiliated with over a dozen hospitals, including North Shore University Hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, and South Shore University Hospital. He also serves as an Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Dr. Nieto has been a practicing neurosurgeon for over 18 years, serving patient populations across Brooklyn and Queens. This extensive experience has allowed him to hone expertise in all areas of neurosurgery, including general, vascular, and trauma, especially degenerative spine conditions and spine trauma. When working with patients, Dr. Nieto emphasizes compassion and reassurance. He understands that surgery-or even considering it-can be stressful, so he answers all patients' questions about their procedures. He treats patients like family, guiding them through the operation and possible aftereffects. Much of Dr. Nieto's research has focused on the spine: spinal cord tumors, degenerative spinal cord issues, and developing minimally invasive endoscopic surgery options. During residency, he took a course at the Christopher Reeve Spinal Injury Center at UC Irvine and was inspired to develop a spinal cord injury model. This evolved into a cutting-edge nonhuman primate research model receiving stem cell injections, nerve grafts, and synthetic nerves. Dr. Nieto earned his Doctor of Medicine from SUNY Upstate Medical University, completed his Neurological Surgery residency at UCLA, and a fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic. He also holds an MBA from the Cornell Johnson Graduate School of Management. He is a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons and the North American Spine Society.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Lower back pain

Spinal fusion

Lower back pain

Spinal fusion

Office location

Northwell Health Neurosurgery - Central

95-25 Queens Boulevard, Floor 3, Rego Park, NY 11374

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Education and background

Practice names

Northwell Health Neurosurgery - Central

Hospital affiliations

Glen Cove Hospital
Huntington Hospital
Northern Westchester Hospital

Board certifications

American Board of Neurological Surgery

Education and training

Medical School - SUNY Upstate Medical University, Doctor of Medicine
University of California, Los Angeles, Residency in Neurological Surgery
Cleveland Clinic (Fellowship)
Cornell Johnson Graduate School of Management (Master's)

Professional memberships

Congress of Neurological Surgeons
North American Spine Society
American College of Surgeons

Awards and publications

El Diario s El Award

Languages spoken

English
Spanish

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1417909169

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.56

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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Great knowledgeable doctor. Office staff were helpful.

July 24, 2025Farzana K.Verified patient

I absolutely recommend Dr. Nieto he’s compassionate and very knowledgeable, he took his time and explained everything in detail, the girls at the office are welcoming , supportive and very efficient.

June 5, 2025Lisa J.Verified patient

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Which hospital is Dr. Jaime H. Nieto affiliated with?

Dr. Jaime H. Nieto is affiliated with Glen Cove Hospital, Huntington Hospital, and Northern Westchester Hospital.

What practice does Dr. Jaime H. Nieto work with?

Dr. Jaime H. Nieto works with Northwell Health Neurosurgery - Central.

Where is Dr. Jaime H. Nieto's office located?

Dr. Jaime H. Nieto's office is located at 95-25 Queens Boulevard, Rego Park, NY 11374.

Which board certifications does Dr. Jaime H. Nieto have?

Dr. Jaime H. Nieto is certified by American Board of Neurological Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Jaime H. Nieto?

Dr. Jaime H. Nieto frequently sees patients for Back Pain, Back Problems, Neck Pain, Neurosurgery Consultation, and Spine Deformation / Scoliosis . You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Jaime H. Nieto on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Jaime H. Nieto speak?

Dr. Jaime H. Nieto speaks English and Spanish.

How do patients rate Dr. Jaime H. Nieto in reviews?

63 patients have reviewed Dr. Jaime H. Nieto. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.56/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.