Meet Nasser Ani, MD, FACS, FRCS(C)
Board Certified Orthopedic & Spine Surgeon
Trained in the most advanced spinal injury treatment techniques, Nasser Ani, MD, FACS, FRCS(C), is a board-certified orthopedic and spine surgeon treating patients at the Orthopaedic and Spine Institute of New Jersey in Hazlet, NJ, and Old Bridge, NJ. Specializing in several surgical procedures, Dr. Ani is committed to patient care and stays informed on the latest treatments and technologies for helping patients overcome spine and orthopedic injuries.
Education & Training
Dr. Ani completed his education at the American University of Beirut in Lebanon. After receiving his medical degree, Dr. Any completed 2 years of surgical residency at the American University of Beirut in Lebanon and 4 years of orthopedic training at McGill University in Montreal. Dr. Ani has received extensive medical training in a number of specialist areas, including a spinal surgery fellowship at McGill University and Lutheran Medical Center in Cleveland.
Professional Societies
Dr. Ani is a board-certified orthopedic and spine surgeon and a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Royal College of Surgeons, North American Spine Society, and other prestigious orthopedic and spine societies. Outside the office, Dr. Ani is a dedicated member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery and the American Society of Spine Surgery.
Committed to Surgical Excellence
Because of his broad orthopedic experience, Dr. Ani is comfortable treating a number of conditions, including herniated discs, Spinal Stenosis, back pain, and arthritis. He’s committed to fostering healthy patient-doctor relationships and takes the time to educate each of his patients on their condition, treatment options, and recovery. With transparency and open communication, Dr. Ani is able to help each patient achieve optimal results.
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Education
• Bachelor of Science, Biology & Chemistry, American University of Beirut, Lebanon Dean’s Honor List 1976-1979
• Medical Degree, American University of Beirut, Lebanon 1979-1984
• Surgical Internship before receiving MD, American University of Beirut, Lebanon
• General Surgery Resident (trauma), American University of Beirut, Lebanon 1984-1985
• General Surgery Resident, McGill University, Montreal 1985-1986
• Orthopedic Resident, McGill University, Montreal 1986-1988
• Chief Resident, McGill University, Montreal 1988-1989
• Spinal Surgery Training, McGill University, Dr. A. Hadhjipavlou, McGill University – six months, Dr. A. Steffee, Cleveland, Ohio – six months 1989-1990
• Private Practice, Ani Orthopaedic Group 1990-Present
• Orthopedics and Spine Institute of NJ, Chief of Groups 1990-Present
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Hospital Affiliations
• Bayshore Community Hospital, Chairman of the Department of Orthopedics
• Raritan Bay Medical Center
• Riverview Medical Center
• Metropolitan Surgical Institute
• Hudson Regional Hospital
• Integrated ASC
• Ambulatory Surgery Center
• Monmouth Medical Center
• Neptune Surgery Center
• Hackensack ASC
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Licensure
• Licensed to practice in New York, New Jersey, Vermont, and Florida
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Certifications
• Diplomat of the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
• American Board of Spine Surgery
• Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (Canada) Orthopedics
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Research
• 1986 – The superior gluteal nerve topography and its relevance to the surgical approaches to the hip
• 1987 – Review of Olliers’ Disease, Shriner’s Hospital, Montreal.
• 1988 – Pre-operative planning for interpedicular spinal instrumentation.
• 1990 – Two-year follow-up on high-grade spondylolisthesis (published).
• Acidosis postoperative in spinal surgery.
• 1991 – Present Lecturer in the field of Orthopedics and Spinal Surgery
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Papers Presented
• “Pre-Operative Planning for Interpedicular Spinal Instrumentation” Quebec Scoliosis Society, Quebec City, Quebec, 1989
• “Pre-Operative Planning for Interpedicular Spinal Instrumentation” Canadian Residents Orthopedic Association, Ottawa, Ontario, 1989
• “Pre-Operative Planning for Interpedicular Spinal Instrumentation” American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery, New Orleans, LA, 1990
• “Two-Year Follow-up On High-Grade Spondylolisthesis” NASS meeting, 1990. Published Spine Journal, Volume 16, 6s, 1991. (pp. 302-2310)
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Awards
• 1989 Eugene Rogala Award for Best Resident Paper “Pre-Operative Planning for Interpedicular Spinal Instrumentation” McGill University, Montreal
• 1998 Developed business plan with joint commission of hospital accreditation for the development of the center of evaluation for orthopedic surgery in the Middle East
• 2007 Established the SAMS N.E. Society and Foundation, President of Society and Foundation
• 2008 Patent pending for development of a device for treatment for disk herniation
• 2008 Patent for development of a GPS luggage tracking system
• 2008 Patent pending for Minor invasive spine procedure
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Societies
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
• Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (Canada)
• Fellow of the American Academy of Disability Evaluating Physicians
• Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery
• Fellow of the North American Spine Society
• Member of the American College of Physicians Executives
• American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery
• American Medical Association
• New Jersey Medical Association
• New Jersey Medical Society
• New Jersey Orthopedic Society
• New Jersey Spine Society
• Monmouth County Medical Society
• Canadian Orthopedics Association
• Arab American Medical Society
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Patents
• Luggage Tracking patent awarded in 2012 in USA and Europe, Founder/Chairman of the LugTrack Company
• Patent-pending for distraction spinal fixation
Our Team of Surgeons
Dr. Shalin Shah, D.O.
Fellowship Trained Orthopedic Spine Surgeon
Dr. Shah received a scholarship to Monmouth University after graduating from the Academy of Allied Health and Science. He excelled in Biology with a concentration in Molecular Cell Physiology. He then pursued his Orthopedic Surgery residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - Pinnacle Health, where he had the opportunity to train with leaders across the country. Dr. Shah completed his Louis A. Goldstein Spine Surgery fellowship at the University of Rochester and received further training in Minimally Invasive Surgery and Adult Spinal Deformity at the San Diego Spine Foundation.
Passionate about global health outreach and has volunteered overseas, Dr. Shah performs pediatric spinal deformity surgery for free to children in need. He is a member of multiple organizations, including the North American Spine Society and the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics.
Dr. Shah believes in patient education and communication. He provides detailed explanations of diagnoses and treatment options, tailored to each patient's needs. While he primarily uses non-surgical care, he may recommend operative intervention if non-surgical measures prove unsuccessful.
Dr. Shah’s Approach
Dr. Shah believes in educating and communicating with his patients. He wants to make sure they fully understand their diagnosis and all available treatment options. He will make personalized recommendations that take into account the patient's individual needs and preferences. While he prefers non-surgical methods, he may suggest surgery if other treatments have not been successful.
Training
- Fellowship Trained Orthopedic Spine Surgeon - Louis A. Goldstein Spine Surgery Fellowship at the University of Rochester with additional fellowship training at the San Diego Spine Foundation under tutelage of Drs. Gregory Mundis and Robert Eastlack.
- Previous Assistant Professor with the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Virginia Commonwealth University - specializing in all medical conditions related to the spine including degenerative, deformity, trauma, and minimally invasive spine surgery.
- Board Certification Eligible with the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery
Continuing Education
2024
- Endoscopic Spine surgery training lab - March 16, 2025, Phoenix, AZ
- Endoscopic Spine surgery training lab - Feb 5, 2024, Audobon, PA
- Accepted to Cervical Spine Research Society Emerging Leaders Course - April 18-20, Carmel, Indiana
- Spine Evolutions: The Future of Endoscopic Spine Surgery - Jan 6, Naples, FL
2023
- Society for Minimally Invasive Society Traveling Fellowship - September 24 - October 7, New York City, Vail, San Diego
- Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Annual Meeting - October 5-7, Las Vegas
- Medtronic Skull to Sacrum Medical Education - November 18, New York City
2022
- Bridging the Gap Spine Conference - Invited Faculty, San Diego, July 28-30, 2022
- Cervical Spine Research Society - November 16 - 19, San Diego
- International Spinal Deformity Symposium - December 2-3, 2022, New York City
2021
- Spine Interactive Educational Program, Young Surgeon’s Course - November 19-21, 2021, San Diego, CA
- Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Las Vegas, October 28-30, 2021
- Scoliosis Research Society - September 22-25, 2021, St. Louis, Missouri
- International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery, May 13-15, 2021
- Techniques and Trends in Less Invasive Spine Surgery, May 21, 2021
- 28th International Meeting on Advanced Spine Techniques, April 23- 25, 2021
- Lumbar Spine Research Society- 14th Annual Meeting - presented virtually April 8-10, 2021
- Spine to Summit - January 15, 2021 to January 18, 2021, Vail, Colorado
2018
- ISASS, Toronto Canada - oral podium presentation & annual conference, Toronto, Canada, April 11, 2018.
2017
- Orthopedic Summit, Evolving Techniques, Las Vegas, Nevada, December 9, 2017
- North American Spine Society Annual Meeting. October 2017, Orlando, FL.
- Understanding and Applying Sagittal Balance: Cadaveric Training Program. June 2017, Newport Beach, California
Want to know more about Dr. Ani? Call (732) 264-8282 to schedule your consultation.