
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 18-65
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAffiliations
- Cooper University Hospital
About Alan R Turtz
Professional Statement
Prior to coming to Cooper as one of the founding members of the Department of Neurosurgery, Dr. Turtz was Chief of the Neurosurgical Service and Medical Director of the Neurosurgical Critical Care Unit at the Medical College of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. He has dedicated his career to the clinical care of patients and education of medical students and neurosurgical residents. He is a general neurosurgeon focused primarily on cranial surgery for tumors and trauma, and has decades of experience in intraventricular and anterior cranial base endoscopic surgery.
Title
Attending Neurosurgeon
Cooper Medical School of Rowan University Titles
Professor of Neurological Surgery
Awards and Honors
The Diane Barton Caring Award
Excellence in Teaching Award, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Medical College of Pennsylvania Hospital Physician Star Award
Alpha Omega Alpha - Honor Medical Society Delta Chapter
Gilson Colby Engel Resident Award
The March of Dimes Science Research Fellowship
Dorothy and Sol Sherry Excellence in Teaching Award
Clinical Teacher of the Year
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Neurosurgical Residency Training Program
SJ Magazine "Top Docs" - 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020, 2023, 2024, 2025
SJ Magazine "Top Docs for Kids" - 2014, 2015, 2016, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024
New Jersey Monthly Magazine "Top Docs" - 2014, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2024
South Jersey Magazine "Best Doctors" - 2016
South Jersey Magazine "Top Physicians" - 2020
Professional Memberships
Medical Society of New JerseyCamden County Medical SocietyThe Pituitary SocietyPhiladelphia Neurological SocietyJoint Section on Neurotrauma and Critical CareAmerican Association of Neurological SurgeonsPennsylvania Neurosurgical SocietyCollege of Physicians of PhiladelphiaCongress of Neurological SurgeonsInternational Society for NeuroemergenciesAmerican Medical AssociationPhiladelphia County Medical SocietyDepartments
Neurosurgery
Programs & Centers
Cooper and Inspira Neuroscience
Pituitary Tumor and Neuroendocrine Program
Brain Tumor Center
Rare Cancers Program
MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper
Practice Groups
Cooper University Physicians
Locations
- 2 Cooper Plaza, 2nd Floor, Camden, NJ 08103
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- phone: 856-968-7965
- fax: 856-968-8222
- 3 Cooper Plaza, Sheridan Pavilion, Suite 104, Camden, NJ 08103
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- phone: 856-968-8695
- fax: 856-968-8697
- 2339 Route 70 West, 4th Floor, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
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- phone: 856-546-8525
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- 215 North Main Street, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
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- phone: 609-778-1900
- fax: 609-536-2888
- 400 W Route 38, Suite 100, Moorestown, NJ 08057
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- 303 Central Avenue, Suite 4, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
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- phone: 856-968-7965
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- 3 Cooper Plaza, Sheridan Pavilion, Suite 104, Camden, NJ 08103
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- phone: 856-968-7972
- fax: 856-968-7975
Clinical Interests
Brain tumors, pituitary and intraventricular tumors, spine surgeryEducation and Training
Education
- Residency: Medical College of Pennsylvania, Neurological Surgery, 1992
- Internship: Lankenau Hospital, General Surgery, 1987
- Medical School: Medical College of Pennslyvania, 1986
Board Certifications
- Neurological Surgery: American Board of Neurological Surgery, 1995
Insurance
- Aetna Better Health Medicaid HMO
- Aetna Dental Health
- Aetna First Health (Coventry)
- Aetna HMO/PPO/POS
- Aetna Medicare
- Aetna Quality Health
- Aetna Whole Health
- Aetna Workers Comp
- AmeriHealth Comp Services (Workers Comp)
- AmeriHealth HMO/PPO/POS
- AmeriHealth Medicare
- AmeriHealth Value Network
- Braven Health Medicare
- Cigna Evernorth Behavioral Health
- Cigna HMO/PPO/POS
- Cigna Medicare
- Cigna One Health
- Clover Health Medicare PPO
- Consumer Health Network Workers Comp
- Fidelis Care Medicaid HMO
- First MCO Group Health
- First MCO Workers Comp
- Galaxy Health Network Group Health
- Galaxy Health Network Workers Comp
- Guardian
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey HMO/PPO
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey Omnia
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey State Benefit Plans
- Horizon NJ Health Medicaid HMO
- Horizon NJ Health NJ Family Kidcare
- Humana Medicare Advantage Medicare HMO
- Humana Medicare Advantage Medicare PPO
- Humana Military Prime
- Humana Military Standard
- Humana Military TriCare
- Independence Blue Cross Comp Services (Workers Comp)
- Independence Blue Cross IBC PPO
- Independence Blue Cross Keystone Healthplan East
- Independence Blue Cross Medicare
- Independence Blue Cross Personal Choice
- Jefferson Health Plans Medicare HMO
- Jefferson Health Plans Medicare PPO
- Liberty Mutual Auto
- Liberty Mutual Workers Comp
- Longevity Health Plan Medicare PPO I-SNP
- Magellan Behavioral Health
- MagnaCare Auto
- MagnaCare Group Health
- MagnaCare Workers Comp
- Medicaid (NJ)
- Medicare
- MultiPlan PHCS
- NJ Manufacturers Auto
- NJ Manufacturers Workers Comp
- Prime Health Services Auto/Workers Comp
- Prime Health Services Group Health
- QualCare Emblem Health
- QualCare HMO/PPO
- QualCare Workers Comp
- Railroad Medicare
- Three Rivers Contigo
- Three Rivers Devon
- United Behavioral Health Group Health
- United Behavioral Health Medicaid
- United Behavioral Health Medicare
- United Behavioral Health Optum
- United Healthcare AARP
- United Healthcare Community Plan Medicaid HMO
- United Healthcare Community Plan NJ Family Kidcare
- United Healthcare Dental
- United Healthcare Dual Complete D-SNP
- United Healthcare Group Health
- United Healthcare Medicaid
- United Healthcare Medicare
- United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
- US Family Health Plan
- VA Community Care Network
- WellCare Medicare
- Wellpoint Medicaid HMO
- Wellpoint Medicare
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
226 ratings, 83 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- Reviewed on 1/2/2026
Dr. Turtz is the kindest and humblest professional I have ever met. ( and Im not just saying that because he saved my life when I had the Subdural hematoma) He is a credit to his profession.
- Reviewed on 12/21/2025
Dr Turtz is a highly competent professional who is caring and compassionate. We greatly appreciate his care.
- Reviewed on 12/20/2025
Yes, I find that Dr. Coat, excuse me, I found that Dr. Coates, not just on my visit on the 17th, but the years that I have been in the office with him has been second to none. He is excellent, awesome surgeon. No, he's never did surgery on me, but just coming to my appointment and sitting down, discussing my health and what's going on, phenomenal. And I think more doctors need to do that. And that way they will have better success all the way around, not just for their sake, but for the care of the patient as well.
- Reviewed on 12/19/2025
He was very patient and took his time and made sure I understood everything.
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
I had several surgeries and had Dr Turtz since 2018. He's amazing Dr his staff is always been nice. I trust him 100% with the care I'm getting for my brain. All the care with Cooper has always been great experience. outstanding care as always thank you very much.
- Reviewed on 12/11/2025
This doctor was extremely kind and compassionate. We really appreciated this
- Reviewed on 12/8/2025
The experience that I had when visiting the doctor's office was perfect. It was excellent. Everything was great. I appreciated that time.
- Reviewed on 12/6/2025
Dr. Turtz and staff were kind, professional, and explained things in a way that made sense.
- Reviewed on 12/5/2025
I really do like the doctor.
- Reviewed on 11/28/2025
I can't say enough good things about my doctor Turtz. He is the most amazing doctor and he is never allowed to retire or leave Cooper Hospital.
- Reviewed on 11/25/2025
Dr Turtz, and his staff have been so caring and compassionate to me every time I have been a patient with Cooper University for Years. That's why I come here for care when needed. He is an excellent surgeon that saved my life many times.
- Reviewed on 11/15/2025
Yes, I thought the doctor was very knowledgeable and very compassionate and the rest of the staff was too.
- Reviewed on 11/15/2025
Dr Turtz is simply the best ally I can imagine for my son. Dr Turtz operated on my son post TBI nearly 3 yeaes ago and has been enormously helpful every step of the way since then. Incredible human being.
- Reviewed on 11/13/2025
Thank you.r di.arino.
- Reviewed on 11/13/2025
I am new to Cooper and can't believe how impressed I was with everyone.
- Reviewed on 11/8/2025
Hi, my experience was wonderful. Everyone was very caring and accommodating and Dr. Hertz was great. He really listened to what I had to say and explained things to me and I felt really good when I left the office. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 10/18/2025
I just would like to say that my doctor is excellent and I will definitely refer him to other people. Keep up the good work. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 10/18/2025
Thank you! !
- Reviewed on 10/18/2025
Dr. Tertz was a very professional doctor and made you feel at ease, but he's straight to the point and that's what I like about him best.
- Reviewed on 10/17/2025
Everyone was very polite and courteous from the front desk to the doctor
- Reviewed on 10/16/2025
Very helpful information about why I was there
- Reviewed on 10/2/2025
The Dr goes above and beyond. He truly cares about his patients and it has been a pleasure being a patient
- Reviewed on 9/30/2025
Dr. Turtz was very good at explaining everything and next steps. He made sure we were comfortable with everything and he assured us that he would do everything he could to get us through what was going to happen in the near future.
- Reviewed on 9/20/2025
With my visit to Dr. Turst. This time it was very, very late. But when he came in and got down to business, he was very thorough and easy to understand. and compliant with all the laws and then all that other shit. And very understanding of my situation. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 9/15/2025
Office staff very friendly. Dr. explained and answered all my questions, so that I felt comfortable.
- Reviewed on 9/5/2025
Always a pleasure very friendly, caring and understanding
- Reviewed on 9/4/2025
Dr Turtz is a very caring & understanding person. Shows real compassion to his patience.
- Reviewed on 8/28/2025
Cooper is great
- Reviewed on 8/21/2025
I trust Cooper hospital systems with my life. Your surgeons saved my life more than once. I recommend Cooper everytime I have the opportunity
- Reviewed on 8/17/2025
I am the process of composing a grateful /thankful letter which I will mail
- Reviewed on 8/16/2025
Dr Turtz was amazing. I appreciate how he explained everything. His staff was great too
- Reviewed on 8/14/2025
Always nice at Cooper
- Reviewed on 8/11/2025
Dr Turtz is a great doctor and it's obvious he cares deeply about his practice and patients.
- Reviewed on 8/4/2025
I was made to feel very comfortable and put at ease.
- Reviewed on 8/1/2025
Dr Alan Turtz was an outstanding professional and provided me with exceptional insight, and detailed information, as well as future directions for my care. In addition, his personality and ability to communicate effectively give me reassurance and comfort. This is a professional of the highest level and should be recognized as an example for all. Thank you for allowing me this opportunity to communicate my experience!
- Reviewed on 7/24/2025
It was an excellent experience and everyone was considerate and quite helpful. And Dr. Tertz was amazing and we really appreciated that they got us in so quickly and were very considerate and explained everything so that we could understand and answered any questions that we needed. We felt very comfortable and very secure in his help.
- Reviewed on 7/24/2025
It's always a wonderful experience!
- Reviewed on 7/22/2025
Dr. Turtz is a true professional and great bedside manner doctor. He has my total and complete trust.
- Reviewed on 7/22/2025
Dr. Turk saved my mother's life. He's the best doctor I've ever come across in my whole life. He is wonderful and I recommend him to anybody who needs his service.
- Reviewed on 7/19/2025
Dr. Turtz is extremely knowledgeable and he exudes kindness and respect. I recommend him highly!
- Reviewed on 7/17/2025
Cooper is world class, very excited that Cooper is now in Cape May!! !
- Reviewed on 7/17/2025
Dr. Turtz was amazing. He was very caring and took his time and explained everything to me.
- Reviewed on 7/11/2025
I have the greatest confidence in the care I received. I enjoy the time with the staff and my doctor.
- Reviewed on 6/30/2025
I had a mix up on directions and everyone was extremely accommodating. Everyone I have ever come in contact with at Cooper at all facilities has been wonderful. I absolutely LOVE Dr. Turtz and feel blessed that he is my neurosurgeon.
- Reviewed on 6/22/2025
Highly impressed and confident in his experience, expertise and professionalism in his field. No need for second opinion because I felt completely at ease with him being the best of the best to do the needed surgery. Was highly impressed with his compassion and care for me. Came highly recommended and I can see why. Top notch!
- Reviewed on 6/20/2025
Neurosurgery team was very helpful the nurse was a able to schedule a cat scan with radiology and make appointment possible
- Reviewed on 6/7/2025
It's always a pleasure and an A1 experience with Dr Turtz. He does truly care. I love him
- Reviewed on 5/31/2025
Very pleasant
- Reviewed on 5/27/2025
Always a pleasant and professional experience with Dr. Turtz. One of the best of the best.
- Reviewed on 5/24/2025
Everyone was so nice as always. Clean office so welcoming. Dr. Turtz is the absolute BEST neurosurgeon, he is the best person. I thank the God every day for picking him for me. The gal that checked us out was very nice also.
- Reviewed on 5/19/2025
I think they're the best team ever
- Reviewed on 5/19/2025
Excellent job by everyone
- Reviewed on 5/16/2025
It was a satisfactory visit.
- Reviewed on 4/24/2025
The Physicians Assistant was excellent my whole experience was a very positive one
- Reviewed on 4/17/2025
Everyone was pleasant, polite and helpful. Dr. Turtz is fantastic ! He shows his care for his patients. He is an excellent doctor. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 4/15/2025
Dr Turtz is a very caring and concerned person in taking care of my health issues and my needs . I have lived long enough to know the difference in a doctor's display of true care concern compassion and empathy for one in their care Dr Turtz has them all
- Reviewed on 4/14/2025
Everyone was so nice. I came home telling everyone that I'm having a great day.
- Reviewed on 4/8/2025
Unfortunately we didn't have an Appt due to confusion. On mypart. We hhwere age to get a same day a0 P N
- Reviewed on 4/6/2025
I had a very long, unexplained wait in the waiting area. When I asked about it, the clerk looked up my name and saw Dr Turtz's office had notified the front desk and asked them to notify me, which they had neglected to do. The rest of my visit was very good with Dr Turtz apologizing for the delay and then giving me a very thorough exam and explanation of my issue. I won't hesitate to recommend him or use him in the future.
- Reviewed on 4/5/2025
Hi, Dr. Turks is a beautiful, beautiful doctor. John is a beautiful nurse. Everybody else is good, and I have no complaints, and I thank God for Dr. Turks in my life. And that's all I have to say. He's an excellent, excellent doctor that has perfect hands-on, and he knows what he's doing when he does what he does.
- Reviewed on 3/29/2025
Dr Turtz was professional and explained every process of the procedure took his time and explained everything in layman's terms what a grate Doctor and person.
- Reviewed on 3/29/2025
Dr. Turtz was friendly, professional and very knowledgeable in my condition and explained to me in a way I would be able to understand. I felt extremely comfortable and confident that I was in the right hands for care.
- Reviewed on 3/25/2025
Informative and instructive.
- Reviewed on 3/24/2025
I have confidence with the services received at Cooper Hospital.
- Reviewed on 3/22/2025
Dr Turz spent time to explain and listen to questions concerning treatment. Very considerate.
- Reviewed on 3/22/2025
It was perfect. Everyone was so kind. Dr. Turtz is the best!
- Reviewed on 3/22/2025
Trustworthy and knowledgable
- Reviewed on 3/7/2025
Thank you Dr, for your immense help. I will forever be grateful .
- Reviewed on 3/6/2025
We were very late but were allowed to stay . We were told 10 mins to see dr. But it was about 45 . It was worth it ! ! !
- Reviewed on 3/6/2025
Dr Turtz is the best!! Staff is too. If you had a million scale I'd rate him a million instead of 5. And staff too. No complaints worth the wait. Cooper is the best hands down
- Reviewed on 3/6/2025
He has such a good spirit, I am so thankful he is my doctor. Bedside manner plus! Thankful I got the chance to have him as my doctor
- Reviewed on 2/21/2025
Dr Turtz is literally the best doctor. I look forward to seeing him every year and he always makes me laugh. I feel heard and understood and he is always willing to explain things thoroughly.
- Reviewed on 2/19/2025
Dr. Turtz is very knowledgeable and he's a kind and compassionate person.
- Reviewed on 2/17/2025
I was very lucky to have an appointment with Dr. Turtz. He was very attentive to my TBI situation.
- Reviewed on 2/14/2025
The doctor makes me feel safe about my condition.
- Reviewed on 2/13/2025
Dr Alan R Turtz is very knowledgeable, professional, and compassionate. He is Always straight to the point and explains things in a clear matter, allowing me to fully understand and easing my mind. Thank you Dr Alan R Turtz for your service.
- Reviewed on 2/13/2025
I am very impressed with the whole process for my operation and will continue to use Cooper.
- Reviewed on 2/11/2025
The best care ever
- Reviewed on 2/10/2025
Dr Turtz saved my life!!!!!! !
- Reviewed on 2/7/2025
He completely explained everything very well.
- Reviewed on 2/6/2025
I really appreciate the professionalism and support from all of the staff there from the front desk to the lady on the elevator, to the receptioness setting me up for a follow appt., and to the cat scan specialist. Very professional and I appreciate you all! Thank you sincerely, and looking forward to my follow-up!
- Reviewed on 2/1/2025
Everyone at Cooper was extremely kind, caring and professional. I recommend Cooper all the time. Thanks for providing such great care.
- Reviewed on 1/30/2025
dr. T is excellent