About
Sylvia Ardeljan is a board-certified physician assistant with extensive experience in neurosurgery, orthopedic spine surgery, and critical care. As part of the Atlantic Brain and Spine team, she provides comprehensive care for patients with complex brain and spine conditions, supporting them from diagnosis through recovery.
Sylvia is skilled in conducting detailed evaluations, interpreting diagnostic imaging, assisting in surgery, and guiding patients and families with clear communication and compassion. Her background includes roles at Atlantic Health System, Robert Wood Johnson Hospital, the Hospital for Special Surgery, and Rutgers University, where she also served as a clinical instructor for physician assistant students.
She earned her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Medicine and Dentistry/Rutgers University and a Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics from New York University. Before becoming a PA, she worked as a clinical dietitian at New York Methodist Hospital, developing individualized nutrition plans for acute care patients.
Fluent in Serbo-Croatian and dedicated to patient-centered care, Sylvia brings a multidisciplinary perspective and a calm, confident presence to every patient she treats.
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