Arien J Smith

Arien J Smith, MD, an eminent neurosurgeon, presides over the Brain and Spine Institute of New York and New Jersey. Hailing originally from Seoul, South Korea, he has garnered extensive acclaim in the specialized field of complex spine surgery, catering to both adult and pediatric patients. His expertise is certified by the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and the Neurological Surgeons (FAANS), affirming his proficiency and dedication to neurosurgery. Throughout his 20-year career, he has established affiliations with prestigious institutions such as Hackensack University Medical Center, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospitals in New Jersey, Mount Sinai West, and Kings County Hospital Center in New York. Dr. Smith is renowned for his adept handling of diverse neurological and spinal disorders. He skillfully addresses issues ranging from degenerative back pain and trauma-induced spinal fractures to complex conditions like scoliosis, spinal stenosis, and disk herniation — the latter often resulting from repetitive strain or injuries sustained in sports or vehicle accidents. His academic pursuits began at the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics, which set the foundation for his undergraduate studies at the University of Rochester. There, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Spanish in 1998. His exemplary academic record led him to Yale University Medical School, where he secured a Howard Hughes Medical Institute Research Fellowship and contributed to significant research projects and publications. After obtaining his Doctorate of Medicine from Yale in 2003, Dr. Smith completed a demanding post-doctoral residency and surgical internship at the Mount Sinai Medical Center's Department of Neurosurgery. He further specialized with a fellowship in orthopedic complex spine surgery at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York, refining his expertise in surgical techniques and patient management.