Spine and Orthopedic Center of NJ

Teamwork

Since its inception The Spine and Orthopedic Center of New Jersey has had tremendous growth due to the hard work and dedication of Dr. Basch. However he would not have been able to do this without equal dedication from his office and medical support staff. As Dr. Basch regularly goes beyond what an employer must do for his employees, his staff repays him by going beyond what employees must do for their employer. Teamwork not just in theory, but in practice. If it is your misfortune that you must be a patient of an orthopedic or spine and orthopedic surgeon, we would like to introduce the supporting medical workers you will be very fortunate to have on your team.

Matthew Poppe
Physicians Assistant
 

Once surgery has been performed, or a condition has been diagnosed many patients will be seeing Matthew at their follow up visits. Working under the supervision of Dr. Basch Matthew will document your progress, dispense medical prescriptions, and perform most of the functions of a physician. Questions about recovery? Worries about medication? Matthew's expertise as an Orthopedic Physicians Assistant will be apparent as helps you to a complete recovery.

Maureen Marciano
Medical Assistant
Office Manager
 

It may be easier to list what Maureen does not do, as she is involved in almost everything that transpires at The Spine and Orthopedic Center of New Jersey. Maureen will be one of the two smiling faces you see when you enter the office. She will guide you through the initial process of filling out forms, insurance coverage, and supervise all paperwork needed. During a minor procedure or examination Dr. Basch may call Maureen in to assist him. Medical assistants have similar expertise to that of a nurse in assisting a physician. Do you need more information on the medication that was just prescribed to you? Side affects? Questions about an upcoming surgery? Maureen's expertise will help guide you through to a complete recovery.

Karen Bachmann
Medical Assistant
Surgical Coordinator
 

If Dr. Basch's diagnosis is that surgery is the only treatment option the patient will then be put into the capable hands of Karen. She will coordinate the entire surgery for Dr. Basch and his patient. For the patient she will arrange for pre-admission testing and make the appointment with the proper surgical facility. She will also order anything the patient needs after surgery such as braces or any equipment needed for the patients recovery. Karen also can answer any questions or worries about the upcoming surgery. For Dr. Basch Karen orders and arranges for all tools and equipment needed in the operating room. Any changes or additions needed from the patient or Dr. Basch's perspective are brought to Karen's attention.