Neuro Critical Care Helicopter and Ground Transport

State-of-the-art neurocritical care services

We provide comprehensive, 24/7 neurocritical care for patients experiencing life-threatening brain, spine, and nervous system emergencies. Our services are designed to deliver fast, expert treatment using the latest technologies.

Advanced neurological diagnostics

Rapid access to CT, MRI, EEG and interventional neuroradiology supports accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Portable MRI technology also enables bedside imaging for critically ill patients.

Complex brain and spine surgery

Dedicated neurosurgical operating rooms equipped with advanced technology for procedures involving brain tumors, vascular malformations and spinal injuries.

Emergency neurological transport services

Ground and air transport staffed by critical care-trained professionals for safe, fast transfers to neurocritical care facilities.

Epilepsy monitoring and seizure management

Around-the-clock monitoring and evaluation for patients with seizure disorders, including access to specialized epilepsy care teams.

Multimodality monitoring

We use tools and sensors to continuously assess brain and body function in real-time, helping detect early signs of injury, personalize treatment and prevent further brain damage.

Neurological intensive care units (Neuro ICUs)

Specialized units for continuous monitoring and treatment of acute neurological conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury and spinal cord trauma.

Morristown and Overlook medical centers are state designated comprehensive stroke centers, and all Atlantic Health hospitals are certified by The Joint Commission for stroke care.

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Neuroscience is a top priority at Atlantic Health. Our hospitals are saving lives and restoring hope for patients and families facing brain and spine emergencies.- Kiwon Lee, MD, Medical Director of Neurological Acute Care

Why choose us for neurocritical care?

Expert teams, 24/7

Our neurocritical care units are staffed by board-certified neurologists, neurosurgeons, neurointensivists and specially trained nurses. With 24/7 coverage, patients receive immediate, expert care at any hour. Our teams are trained in high-acuity neurological emergencies and collaborate across disciplines to ensure seamless care.

Leading edge

We’ve invested in state-of-the-art technology and modernized spaces to support healing and innovation. Overlook Medical Center offers all-private rooms, a new epilepsy monitoring unit and dedicated neurosurgical suites. Morristown Medical Center's expanded emergency department and level 1 trauma center provide rapid access to lifesaving interventions.

Coordinated care

From diagnosis through recovery, our patient navigators and multidisciplinary teams ensure every patient receives personalized, coordinated care. We also offer access to clinical trials and are launching a neurology residency program to train the next generation of specialists—right here in New Jersey.

State-of-the-art neurology centers close to home

Neurological conditions we treat

Our critical care team is equipped to treat a wide range of neurological emergencies and complex conditions, including:

Arteriovenous malformations

Brain and spine trauma

Brain tumors

Nervous system infections

Postoperative neurosurgical recovery

Saccular aneurysms

Seizures and epilepsy

Skull base tumor

Spinal cord injuries

Stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA)

Subarachnoid hemorrhage

See All Conditions We Treat

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