Dr. Branko Skovrlj, MD

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Excellence in Motion: Dr. Branko Skovrlj Named Best Neurosurgeon in Toms River for 2026

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At NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute, our mission has always been simple: to provide world-class spinal care that helps our patients get back to the lives they love. Today, we are incredibly proud to share that this commitment has been recognized on a grand scale. Dr. Branko Skovrlj has been officially named the […]

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Return-to-Work After Cervical Procedures: Job-Type Timelines

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Neck surgery can provide long-lasting relief from pain. When recovery requires taking an extended break from work, however, it’s important to plan. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides neck procedures at locations near you in New Jersey, Florida, and Pennsylvania. Here, we discuss what to expect regarding a return to work after neck surgery,

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Lumbar Foraminotomy: Relieving Foraminal Stenosis Without Fusion

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Any major spinal surgery requires a certain amount of recovery. For some patients, however, advanced techniques may allow for a shorter recovery period than might be expected. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides minimally invasive treatments at locations near you in New Jersey, Florida, and Pennsylvania to help patients get back to active lives sooner.

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Sleeping Positions After Cervical Procedures: Week-by-Week

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Neck surgery is a major medical procedure. Before you receive treatment, it’s important to understand everything that your care entails. That includes your limitations during recovery. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides neck surgeries at locations near you in New Jersey, Florida, and Pennsylvania. Here, we discuss how to sleep after cervical spine surgery with

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Endoscopic Cervical Discectomy: Step-by-Step Technique & Tools

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Neck surgery provides a proven solution for debilitating nerve pain. Surgery is a big step, however, and it can seem intimidating. Learning more is one way to feel more confident about your treatment. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides cervical spine surgeries near you in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Florida. Here, we discuss

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Thoracic Spinal Fusion for Deformity: Navigation & Outcomes

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Spinal deformities can be severely limiting. Pain, reduced mobility, breathing issues, and insecurities make it difficult for people to maintain the lifestyles they desire. Fortunately, a permanent solution exists. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides thoracic spinal fusion and other spine procedures near you in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Florida. Here, we explore how thoracic

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Thoracic Spine Reconstruction: Correcting Long-Standing Deformities

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  If you struggle with a spinal deformity, it may seem inescapable. The pain, limited mobility, and other difficulties get in the way of your lifestyle. Even for long-standing deformities, however, thoracic spine reconstruction can provide permanent relief. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides spinal reconstruction surgeries near you in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and

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Cervical Disc Replacement: Preserving Motion After Discectomy

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After receiving a cervical discectomy, many patients find that their neck mobility has been reduced. Cervical disc replacement is one way to restore flexibility. This procedure replaces the missing disc with a medical implant, allowing a complete range of motion. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides spinal procedures near you in New Jersey,

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Neck Surgery Day-Of Timeline: From Check-In to Discharge

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Neck surgery is a big step. While its results can provide significant and long-lasting relief, it is considered a major procedure and can cause short-term lifestyle changes. Understanding what to expect is vital when making the right decision. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute has locations near you in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Florida.

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Outpatient Lumbar Surgery: Why Same-Day Discharge Can Be Safe

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Outpatient lumbar surgery, also called same-day surgery, is becoming increasingly common. Advances in surgical techniques and anesthesia have made same-day discharges possible, allowing for faster recoveries, lower costs, and greater comfort. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides same-day procedures, when possible, for patients in New Jersey, Florida, and Pennsylvania. Here, we discuss outpatient

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