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Dr. Jay Chun, MD

Dr. Jay Chun, MD

Neurosurgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Jay Chun, MD is a neurosurgeon in Summit, NJ and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons|Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities Overlook Medical Center and Morristown Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 75 reviews 4 Star Rating (75 reviews)

New Jersey Spine Specialists

33 Overlook Rd Summit, NJ 07901
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Chun is affiliated with Morristown Medical Center Morristown, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Chun is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Chun specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Chun's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chun

4.0
75 ratings, 51 with a written review
5 star
71%
71%
4 star
5%
5%
3 star
1%
1%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
23%
23%

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Caring, compassionate, and brilliant
Dr Chun has saved my spine 2x so far. He has always gone above and beyond to ensure I am provided with the information and level of care I needed. He has acted with urgency when the situation has called for it and I am so grateful for his expertise and care.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 03, 2025
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Very caring and empathetic
Telehealth
Dr Chun was so caring and empathetic. Many surgeons act as if it’s just another surgery. With Dr Chun I felt like a real person.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lisa Bilella – Jun 26, 2024
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Too Silly
I was surprised how silly Dr Chun was. He should be a pediatrician not a surgeon. I walked out of our consultation not knowing what next steps were because I didn’t understand what he was saying. I I was very disappointed in my visit with him. I would not recommend him.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 20, 2024
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He is terrific!
He has great talent, a low key manner of telling the truth to the patient. I am blessed to having had him perform serious surgery on me.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Richard O'Neill – Mar 22, 2024
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Dr Jay Chun
Dr Chun is a very knowledgeable and talented physician. He quickly determined the back pain was not spinal and prescribed an Rx and PT.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 17, 2023
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Explains my prognosis well
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 04, 2023
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Dr Chun is amazing and his bedside manner are great. He’s caring and understanding. Dr Chun gave me my life back. He explains everything and takes his time doing it. He’s a great surgeon.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Joseph Plaza – Jan 24, 2023
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Changed my life!!!
I am so grateful to have contacted Dr Chun about the symptoms of my chronic back pain. His confident and straightforward explanation of my treatment options helped me make the decision to undergo a surgery that changed my life. The pre op / surgery appointment scheduling process was straightforward and the care I received was customized to my needs. Recovery time was minimal, the incision healed perfectly. It’s so small I don’t even notice it. I was able to walk around and be mobile within weeks with virtually no lingering pain. I’m glad I had the procedure and didn’t wait any longer. I would recommend him 100 times over. Thank you for restoring my livelihood, Dr Chun, Im so grateful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ariana Katsigiannis – Oct 26, 2022
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very informative, Had some questions for nurse Mia a few days later and she was very helpful . I have requested a surgery date .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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John J Abromitis – Sep 29, 2022
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Fantastic Neurosurgeon
Dr Chun is highly experienced, capable and a very personable and friendly doctor. He has a great staff that is very accommodating. I highly recommend him and Altair Health.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 12, 2022
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Dr. Chun is very patient, funny, and an amazing surgeon. So glad I found him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 08, 2022
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Easy to interact, very thorough
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 05, 2022
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Not truthful at all how post surgery would be. I was told first two weeks after surgery would be "normal daily routine", anything but, many restrictions. Also told I would start physical therapy after two weeks. All nurse could say I saw for two week post op (no doctor) was, "I don't know why he told you that" Definitely felt like a number, not a person. I pray Dr Chun is a better surgeon than he is being up front with his patients
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Peter Dolan – Apr 01, 2022
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Dr Chun has seen me for the past 15 years. He is the BEST with spinal surgery I saw him by my pain management Dr referred me to see him again after my MRI Everything is ok I don’t need surgery again just PT and muscle relaxers So happy I give Dr Chun 5 stars he’s the best!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 05, 2022
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No
Dr. Chun lacks as a compassionate healer. I believe you can find an excellent surgeon who is also a caring practitioner. I don't believe you'll find that in Dr. Chun.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 05, 2022
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Fantastic first visit. I feel very comfortable with Dr. Chun.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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David Kohle – Mar 05, 2022
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Great experience
Dr. Chun was extremely helpful and knowledgeable.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 01, 2022
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I visited Dr. Chun to evaluate a cervical spine issue. He was professional, pleasant, and had a sense of humor. He answered all my questions and did not rush the visit.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 01, 2022
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It was excellent
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Edgar Walker – Feb 22, 2022
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Great surgeon Quick response to questions that I asked on the portal
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 17, 2022
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About Me

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biography

As Chief of Neurosurgery at Overlook Medical Center, Dr. Jay Y. Chun is known for treating spinal disorders using innovative and cutting-edge technology. He brings the latest science to the clinical treatment of neurosurgical issues – combined...read more
  • Neurosurgery

  • Neurological Spine Reconstructive Surgery

  • Neurological Spine Surgery

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  • Emory University School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of California At San Francisco

    Residency Hospital
  • Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons|columbia University, College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. Chun is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    New Jersey Spine Specialists

    New Jersey Spine Specialist33 Overlook Rd Summit, NJ 07901
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Morristown Medical Center

      100 Madison Ave
      Morristown, NJ 07960
      Recipient of 55
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      15% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Overlook Medical Center

      99 Beauvoir Ave
      Summit, NJ 07901
      Recipient of 67
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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