
Stephen J Dante, MD, FACS
Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 18-65
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAffiliations
- Cooper University Hospital
About Stephen J Dante
Title
Neurosurgeon
Awards and Honors
Professional Memberships
Selected Publications
Gardiner, McShane, Kerr, Agarwal, Saylany, Sharma, Joshi, Pierce, Pasao-Pham, Dante, Maloney-Wilensky, Welch: Low-Dose Steroids to Decrease Postoperative Pain and Opioid Use. The Journal for Nurse Practitioners. Elsevier, 16(7):523-527, July 2020."
Faught RW, Church EW, Halpern CH, Balmuri U, Attiah MA, Stein SC, Dante SJ, Welch WC, Simeone FA. Long-term quality of life after posterior cervical foraminotomy for radiculopathy. Clin Neurol Neurosurg. 2016 Mar;142:22-25. doi: 10.1016/j.clineuro.2016.01.013. Epub 2016 Jan 12. PMID: 26802616." Church EW, Halpern CH, Faught RW, Balmuri U, Attiah MA, Hayden S, Kerr M, Maloney-Wilensky E, Bynum J, Dante SJ, Welch WC, Simeone FA. Cervical laminoforaminotomy for radiculopathy: Symptomatic and functional outcomes in a large cohort with long-term follow-up. Surg Neurol Int. 2014 Dec 30;5(Suppl 15):S536-43. doi: 10.4103/2152-7806.148029. PMID: 25593773; PMCID: PMC4287901." Mummaneni PV, Whitmore RG, Curran JN, Ziewacz JE, Wadhwa R, Shaffrey CI, Asher AL, Heary RF, Cheng JS, Hurlbert RJ, Douglas AF, Smith JS, Malhotra NR, Dante SJ, Magge SN, Kaiser MG, Abbed KM, Resnick DK, Ghogawala Z. Cost-effectiveness of lumbar discectomy and single-level fusion for spondylolisthesis: experience with the NeuroPoint-SD registry. Neurosurg Focus. 2014 Jun;36(6):E3. doi: 10.3171/2014.3.FOCUS1450. PMID: 24881635." Ghogawala Z, Shaffrey CI, Asher AL, Heary RF, Logvinenko T, Malhotra NR, Dante SJ, Hurlbert RJ, Douglas AF, Magge SN, Mummaneni PV, Cheng JS, Smith JS, Kaiser MG, Abbed KM, Sciubba DM, Resnick DK. The efficacy of lumbar discectomy and single-level fusion for spondylolisthesis: results from the NeuroPoint-SD registry: clinical article. J Neurosurg Spine. 2013 Nov;19(5):555-63. doi: 10.3171/2013.7.SPINE1362. Epub 2013 Sep 6. PMID: 24010898.Departments
Neurosurgery
Surgery
Programs & Centers
Cooper and Inspira Neuroscience
Spine Center
Practice Group :
Cooper University Physicians
Locations
- 2339 Route 70 West, 4th Floor, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
- Get Directions
- phone: 856-546-8525
- fax: 856-546-8527
- 215 North Main Street, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
- Get Directions
- phone: 609-778-1900
- fax: 609-536-2888
- 400 W Route 38, Suite 100, Moorestown, NJ 08057
- Get Directions
- phone: 856-270-4003
- fax: 856-546-8527
Education and Training
Education
- Fellowship: The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Cerebrovascular Surgery, 1989
- Residency: The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Neurological Surgery, 1989
- Internship: The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, General Surgery, 1984
- Medical School: University of Connecticut School of Medicine, 1983
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
165 ratings, 62 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 5/28/2026
Friendly staff. Fantastic Doctor.
- Reviewed on 5/21/2026
I feel like I finally got to the best option to be treated.
- Reviewed on 4/22/2026
This was my first visit with Dr. Dante. He was very knowledgeable, extremely friendly and sent me to get necessary tests before my next visit.
- Reviewed on 4/15/2026
Everyone in that Moorestown office were SO super nice. It was a very pleasant visit.
- Reviewed on 4/8/2026
Dr Dante is kind, caring, compassionate & Explains things in an easy to understand manner.
- Reviewed on 3/25/2026
Very thorough and professional
- Reviewed on 3/25/2026
Great experience for medical purposes
- Reviewed on 3/14/2026
Dr Dante took the more time to explain things to me than any other doctor I've seen about my issues. It's so refreshing to have a doctor that takes the time to really explain the pros and cons of my options. He's so kind and very caring about his patients. I would absolutely recommend Dr. Dante.
- Reviewed on 3/12/2026
Dr Dante took more than adequate time to fully inform me of my options. Even though it was 30 years since he operated on my cervical spine, twice, it seemed like only yesterday that I was treated by him as he remembered so much about me. His surgical skills allowed me to practice dentistry for 48 years. He is the best!
- Reviewed on 3/12/2026
I was wonderfully surprised at how beautiful and clean the building was. Everyone starting at the front desk smiled and treated you with respect. Dr Dante and the staff were thoughtful and engaging. Thank you!! !
- Reviewed on 3/4/2026
Dr. Dante is an excellent physician. He explains everything and takes a careful , caring approach to resolving issues I am dealing with every day . He is careful in his exam not to cause you pain . I am grateful to have him directing my Care . Thank you Dr Dante .
- Reviewed on 3/1/2026
I think the staff and everybody took good care of me and I'm coming back for surgery and I just wanted to thank you.
- Reviewed on 2/27/2026
It was great to see Dr Dante after 19 years!
- Reviewed on 2/20/2026
I was very impressed with Dr. Dante. He explained everything to me and I felt very comfortable. The office was beautiful. I'm sorry that I couldn't book with you because I've already had a date for surgery on [Date]
- Reviewed on 2/13/2026
Dr. Dante was wonderful honest &,straightforward with a caring compassionate manner.
- Reviewed on 2/4/2026
Dr. Dante is a phenomenal physician. He is a real human being besides a wise and knowledgeable neurosurgeon. He is a good listener and answered all my questions.
- Reviewed on 2/3/2026
I found Dr Dante to be very professional and informative regarding my concerns. He helped me with appropriate follow-up care.
- Reviewed on 2/3/2026
Excellent Physician, I trust his expertise. Office staff was cordial.
- Reviewed on 2/1/2026
To whom it may concern, as a first-time visitor to your facility, I was warmly welcomed at the front door. The staff members were exceptionally kind, and the doctor provided an excellent explanation of my situation, which I fully understood and appreciated.
- Reviewed on 1/30/2026
I felt very comfortable with the doctor and I believe he will be able to help me.
- Reviewed on 1/30/2026
Dr.Dante has excellent patient rapport and communication. The building is clean and bright. It was a very pleasant experience with the Dr. and all the staff.
- Reviewed on 1/29/2026
Dr Dante is an excellent physician with a warm personality and a great bedside manner.
- Reviewed on 1/28/2026
Great experience and would come back again
- Reviewed on 1/28/2026
Dr. Dante and his staff are always professional and treat me like family.
- Reviewed on 1/20/2026
Everyone was very friendly and efficient. Dr. Dante explained everything clearly and answered my questions.
- Reviewed on 1/6/2026
I was very pleased with my experience, from the guide on the ground floor to the person on the 4th floor who signed me in, to the MA, to Dr. Dante. All were welcoming and caring. Dr. Dante was professional and thorough in his evaluation and explanation.
- Reviewed on 12/24/2025
Dr. Dante was very professional. He explained all my issues. He is wonderful.
- Reviewed on 12/23/2025
Excellent experience
- Reviewed on 12/18/2025
Very intelligent physician and a kind person
- Reviewed on 12/12/2025
Dr Dante was very caring. He listened to Al my concerns and addressed each one. I felt very comfortable with him as a doctor.
- Reviewed on 12/8/2025
The visit was quick and easy with very little wait time. The staff were very nice and friendly
- Reviewed on 12/6/2025
from reception to check out, everything went perfectly. Great staff!
- Reviewed on 11/25/2025
Above and beyond
- Reviewed on 11/3/2025
Very good experience
- Reviewed on 11/2/2025
Things went well
- Reviewed on 10/30/2025
Hi, I don't have any complaints. Dr. Dante was very good and explained things to me that made sense and I was very glad to see him. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 10/16/2025
Dr Dante provided me with the necessary information to make my decision about cervical surgery. His kind, attentive, calm and caring manner put me at ease. I only wish more physicians had the "bedside manner" he showed me. Don't let him go! My appointment was for a second opinion.
- Reviewed on 10/15/2025
Dr. Dante is the best and really cares about my well being.
- Reviewed on 10/12/2025
Dr Stephen Dante is the only neurosurgeon I trust. Has always been up front and honest with me.
- Reviewed on 10/10/2025
Great that Dr Dante is available in Cape May County !
- Reviewed on 10/5/2025
Dr. Dante was amazing. I really felt comfortable with him. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 9/26/2025
Thank you. Appreciate Doc's care. Very empathetic.
- Reviewed on 9/18/2025
Thank you to Dr. Dante for exceptional care!
- Reviewed on 9/13/2025
1st apt with him. I was extremely pleased with everything including the ongoing treatment plan.
- Reviewed on 9/9/2025
Dr Dante is the Best ! ! !
- Reviewed on 8/22/2025
Everyone at Cooper was really nice and very helpful, and Dr. Dante is amazing. He did my surgery over 20 years ago, and he is just incredible, and he's just a really good surgeon and a very good doctor. He's very good with his patients. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 8/17/2025
I felt very good about the way the visit went.
- Reviewed on 8/14/2025
Very caring
- Reviewed on 8/10/2025
Great doctor and super nice person. Very knowledgeable and professional.
- Reviewed on 8/10/2025
Wonderful kind physician who took the time to listen to me
- Reviewed on 7/31/2025
Dr Dante is an excellent doctor who cares the patients and answers all questions that I ask in a professional manner.
- Reviewed on 6/29/2025
We arrived 3 hours early not knowing about traffic and exact location of facility. Thought we could browse the mall and have lunch before appointment. Much to our surprise Dr Dante took us right in!! Wife got to browse the mall and we had lunch after my appointment and still got out of town well before the nutty drivers started homeward!
- Reviewed on 6/28/2025
Very happy with my first visit.
- Reviewed on 6/27/2025
Dr Donte was reserved at first but his personality showed through when we started to talk. Great experience
- Reviewed on 6/25/2025
I am great full for your help and knowledge
- Reviewed on 6/24/2025
Excellent physician
- Reviewed on 6/4/2025
My entire experience was very pleasant and exceptional.
- Reviewed on 5/14/2025
Dr. Dante was extremely professional and very concerned about my pain. He explained to me that surgery was more than likely not necessary. At this point, he's helping me get x-rays and an MRI to refer me to a pain management professional. Thank you, Dr. Dante.
- Reviewed on 3/16/2025
All around good Dr.
- Reviewed on 3/13/2025
In a sweet way but with professionalism.
- Reviewed on 2/10/2025
Dr Dante was WONDERFUL! He was caring and understanding and most helpful with his explanations and recommendations.
- Reviewed on 1/7/2025
Dr Dante is the absolute best.