NJ'S ONLY DEDICATED PILONIDAL PRACTICE
Expert Pilonidal
Surgery in NJ
Highest cure rate for failed and recurrent pilonidal cases in the Northeast. Board-certified specialist Dr. Rafailov offers cleft lift, pit-picking, and more with fast recovery and little to no pain.
1000+
Surgeries
Only
NE US Practice
91+
5-Star Reviews
NJ'S ONLY DEDICATED PILONIDAL PRACTICE
Expert Pilonidal
Surgery in NJ
Highest cure rate for failed and recurrent pilonidal cases in the Northeast. Board-certified specialist Dr. Rafailov offers cleft lift, pit-picking, and more with fast recovery and little to no pain.
1000+
Surgeries Performed
Only
NE US Dedicated Practice
91+
5-Star Reviews
Why Patients Choose Us
The Northeast's Leading Pilonidal Practice
NJ's highest-volume pilonidal surgeon
Over 1,000 surgeries performed
Highest cure rate in the Northeast
Lowest recurrence with the cleft lift
Fast recovery with little to no pain
Same-day consultations available
Board-certified pilonidal specialist
Serving NJ and NYC patients
Surgical Options
Pilonidal Treatments
Curated treatment options specific to each patient's disease presentation, from minimally invasive procedures to definitive surgical cure.
Cleft Lift Procedure
The gold standard for recurrent and complex pilonidal disease. Also known as the Bascom Flap, this procedure delivers the highest cure rate with the lowest recurrence.
Pit-Picking
A minimally invasive option for select patients with early-stage pilonidal disease who are not ready for full surgical intervention.
Emergency Surgical Drainage
Immediate relief for acute pilonidal abscesses through expert incision and drainage, with follow-up planning for definitive treatment.
Pilonidal Cystectomy
Complete surgical removal of the pilonidal cyst and sinus tract, tailored to each patient's unique disease presentation.
Patient Experiences
What Our Patients Say
"Dr. Rafailov is the best surgeon I've had operate on me. He has the most knowledge on Pilonidal Disease of anyone that I've come across and was able to finally put an end to a string of unsuccessful surgeries performed by other surgeons."
Adam Nixon
"Great experience overall. Was finally able to find relief after seeing multiple other doctors and having a previous failed surgery. Dr. Rafailov was very knowledgeable and kind. Surgery went without issue and was successful, without major pain."
VNA 818
"Overall, I had a wonderful experience before, during, and after the procedure with Dr. Rafailov and his staff! Everyone was extremely nice and more than willing to help me in any way they could. I definitely recommend them if you need this procedure."
Kailee
"I truly hope that everyone who is looking for a specialist is lucky enough to find Dr. Rafailov. When I first reached out to him via his website because I had questions regarding pilonidal disease, not only did he answer almost immediately but he was incredibly thorough and compassionate."
Fernanda Perez
"Echoing many of the same sentiments on here, my situation is not unique. Been suffering with the pain and chronic infection of pilonidal disease for about ten years. None of my local surgeons could offer me anything else other than open excision. Dr. Rafailov and his team put me at ease and my recovery is going well."
Terry Pushinsky
"Dr. Rafailov did my Cleft lift surgery and it went perfectly. The recovery was easy and I felt supported every step of the way."
Mitchell Martin
"Dr. Rafailov and his entire staff were amazing to work with for my wife's pilonidal cyst cleft lift. From prompt communication to expertise guiding us through the process, our minds were put at ease both going into the surgery and throughout recovery."
Joseph Sebest
"It's been almost a year since my cleft lift and just came back today for a check up with Dr. Rafailov due to some soreness related to pregnancy and wanted to get it checked out! They were able to get me in in no time! His team has always been wonderful."
Bailey Cucinotta
"Without exaggeration, visiting Dr. Rafailov's office was life-changing. I had been suffering from pilonidal disease for nine years and had already undergone a previous surgery with a different provider that did nothing to correct the issue."
Matt K
About Dr. Rafailov
Board-Certified Pilonidal Specialist
Dr. Samuil Rafailov, FACS, is New Jersey's highest-volume pilonidal surgeon and leads the only dedicated pilonidal disease practice in the Northeastern United States. With over 1,000 surgeries performed, he specializes in the cleft lift procedure, pit-picking, and management of complex, recurrent cases that other surgeons have been unable to resolve.
Only Dedicated Practice
The only practice in the Northeastern US exclusively focused on pilonidal disease treatment.
Highest Cure Rate
The highest cure rate for failed and recurrent pilonidal cases in the Northeast region.
Direct Communication
Dr. Rafailov provides personal, direct communication with patients, often responding after hours.
Serving NJ and NYC
Two convenient locations, just a train stop from New York City.
Stanhope Office
14 US-206, Stanhope, NJ 07874 (opens in new tab)Take the First Step
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Pilonidal Fix is the only dedicated pilonidal practice in the Northeast. Whether you're dealing with a first-time cyst or a recurrent case, Dr. Rafailov can help.