Dr. Matthew B. Kern, MD, FAANS
Neurosurgeon
682.5 mi · 1500-8B Route 112, Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
At a glance
Accepts 2 insurances
NY State No-Fault, Workers' Compensation, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Works at Neurological Surgery, P.C.
3 office locations
Affiliated with NYU Winthrop Hospital
Office locations
1
1.
Neurological Surgery, P.C.
682.5 mi · 1500-8B Route 112, Port Jefferson Station, NY, 11776
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2.
Neurological Surgery, P.C.
683.4 mi · 55 Medford Ave/Route 112, Patchogue, NY, 11772
3
3.
Neurological Surgery, P.C.
706.9 mi · 788 Harrison Ave, Riverhead, NY, 11901
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In-network insurances
NY State No-Fault
Workers' Compensation
NY State No-Fault
Workers' Compensation
More about Dr. Matthew B. Kern, MD, FAANS
Matthew B. Kern, M.D. F.A.A.N.S., is a board certified neurosurgeon who has been in practice for 14 years. He is skilled in general neurosurgery and specializes in complex spinal procedures, the surgical treatment of brain tumors, as well as the treatment of traumatic injuries to the brain, spine and spinal cord.
Dr. Kern has special expertise in minimally invasive procedures and artificial cervical and lumbar disk arthroplasty. He also performs dorsal column stimulation and peripheral nerve surgery such as carpal and cubital tunnel releases.
Dr. Kern received his undergraduate degree from Hamilton College, Clinton, NY, and his medical degree from the New Jersey Medical College, Newark, NJ. He then did a surgical internship and one year of general surgery residency at NJ Medical College. After a year of research fellowship he performed two years of neurosurgical residency in NJ before moving to Albuquerque, NM, where he completed two years of neurosurgical residency and one year as the chief resident in neurological surgery.
Dr. Kern has been in private practice in Evansville, IN since 1997. He was instrumental in helping St. Mary’s Medical Center obtain a level II trauma status seven years ago and has served as the chief of adult/pediatric neurosurgery since.
Dr. Kern spent 18 years in the U.S Army Reserve rising to the rank of Lt. Col., and did two overseas deployments since 2003.
Dr. Kern has written articles on brain and spine trauma, including surgical treatments for significant spinal instability and the surgical treatment of traumatic syringomyelia.
He is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) and the Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS).
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Residency in General Surgery
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey (Neurological Surgery)
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Internship in Surgery
The University of New Mexico, Residency in Neurological Surgery
Practice
Neurological Surgery, P.C.
Affiliation
NYU Winthrop Hospital
Certifications
American Board of Neurological Surgery
Professional memberships
American Association of Neurological Surgeons
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1265507024
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.33
Bedside manner
5.00
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I feel this visit was awesome and very informative.
More than 1 year agoMM
Great info given
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More than 1 year agoRB
Which hospital is Dr. Matthew B. Kern affiliated with?
Dr. Matthew B. Kern is affiliated with NYU Winthrop Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Matthew B. Kern work with?
Dr. Matthew B. Kern works with Neurological Surgery, P.C..
Where is Dr. Matthew B. Kern's office located?
Dr. Matthew B. Kern has 3 office locations, including in Port Jefferson Station, Patchogue, and Riverhead, view full addresses on Dr. Kern's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew B. Kern have?
Dr. Matthew B. Kern is certified by American Board of Neurological Surgery.
What languages does Dr. Matthew B. Kern speak?
Dr. Matthew B. Kern speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Matthew B. Kern in reviews?
3 patients have reviewed Dr. Matthew B. Kern. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.33/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.