The 20 Best Gallstones Doctors Near Me in Union City, NJ

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The 20 Best Gallstones Doctors near Union City, NJ

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 1102 doctor with experience in Gallstones near Union City, NJ. Of these, 935 are Experienced, 149 are Advanced and 15 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Gallstones
    General Surgery

    Surgical Oncology - Upper East Side

    1315 York Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Lieberman is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Lieberman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Experienced in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallstones
    General Surgery

    Valley Physician Services PC

    108 Jackson St, Apt 6b, 
    Hoboken, NJ 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Igor Elyash is a General Surgeon in Hoboken, New Jersey. Dr. Elyash has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Elyash is currently accepting new patients.

    Franklin E. Kasmin
    Advanced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology
    200 West 13th Street, Floor 4, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Franklin Kasmin is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Kasmin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Choledocholithiasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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    Experienced in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    110 E 59th St, Ste 8A, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paresh Shah is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Small Bowel Resection, and Pancreatectomy.

    Jonathan Cohen
    Advanced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology

    Vanguard Gastroenterology And Primary Care At 31st Street

    36 East 31st Street, Suite 701, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Cohen is a graduate of Harvard College and Harvard Medical School. He completed his residency at Beth Israel Hospital in Boston, and fellowships in gastroenterology at UCLA, and advanced endoscopy at The Wellesley Hospital in Toronto, Canada. Dr. Cohen was Clinical Professor of Medicine at NYU School of Medicine since 2006, joining the full-time faculty as a Professor of Medicine at Northwell/Hofstra in 2024. He has worked as gastroenterologist and performed general and advanced endoscopy at Northwell Vanguard Gastroenterology with expertise in ERCP, colonoscopy, endoscopic resection of large polyps, ablation of tumors and Barrett's esophagus, weight management and endoscopic bariatric therapy. For each of the past 24 years, he has been named to the Castle Connolly Best Doctors list.Dr. Cohen the current Treasurer of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy [ASGE] and will be the organization's President in 2027-8. He served as past Chairman of the ASGE Training Committee and the Quality Assurance in Endoscopy Committee. He is also the current Director of the Program for Endoscopic Teachers of the World Endoscopy Organization. Dr. Cohen served as President of the New York Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy in 2004. Dr. Cohen has authored numerous articles and has made many presentations at scientific meetings both in the U.S and abroad. He has edited three textbooks in his field: Successful Training in Endoscopy Endoscopy Past Present and Future: NYSGE at 50and Comprehensive Atlas of High-Resolution Endoscopy and Narrowband Imaging, a volume which has been translated into 4 languages and sold worldwide. Dr. Cohen is recognized by his colleagues around the world as an expert on quality indicators in gastroenterology, as well as simulator training and advanced imaging technologies in the early diagnosis of GI cancers. A sought after national and international lecturer, Dr. Cohen has also directed over 50 training courses in his fields of expertise to groups of doctors in many countries and throughout North America. He currently serves as Director of Innovation and Sustainability in the Northwell GI service line. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, and Colonoscopy.

    Hersch L. Pachter
    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastrointestinal Surgical Oncology At East 76th Street

    122 East 76th Street, 1b, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hersch Pachter is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Pachter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Small Bowel Resection, and Pancreatectomy.

    Experienced in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallstones
    General Surgery

    New York University

    560 1st Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tanuja Damani is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Damani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. Her top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Rebecca B. Kowalski
    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Bariatric Surgery At Lenox Hill

    186 East 76th Street, 1st Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rebecca Kowalski is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Kowalski is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

    Evin J. Mccabe
    Advanced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Medicine Specialties At East 85th Street

    178 East 85th Street, 4th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Evin Mccabe is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Mccabe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Inessa Khaykis
    Advanced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Vanguard Gastroenterology And Primary Care At Broadway

    233 Broadway, Suite 2750, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Inessa Khaykis is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Khaykis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Indigestion, Gastric Dysmotility, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery

    Igor Kofman MDoffice

    3196 John F Kennedy Boulevard, 2nd Floor, 
    Union City, NJ 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Igor Kofman is a General Surgeon in Union City, New Jersey. Dr. Kofman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Colostomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery

    Surgical Specialists Of North Jersey

    3196 John F Kennedy Boulevard, 
    Union City, NJ 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    German Costa is a General Surgeon in Union City, New Jersey. Dr. Costa is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

    Advanced in Gallstones
    Bariatric Medicine
    Advanced in Gallstones
    Bariatric Medicine

    MC Surgical Expertise, LLC

    55 Meadowlands Parkway, 
    Secaucus, NJ 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Romanian

    Marius Calin is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Secaucus, New Jersey. Dr. Calin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Meige Disease, Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia, Lymphangiectasis, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Alex Sherman
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Vanguard Gastroenterology And Primary Care At 31st Street

    36 East 31st Street, Suite 701, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alex Sherman is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Sherman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastric Dysmotility, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

    James M. Salik
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology

    Vanguard Gastroenterology And Primary Care At 31st Street

    36 East 31st Street, Suite 701, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Salik is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Salik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Bacterial Gastroenteritis, and Colonoscopy.

    Edward M. Brettholz
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Vanguard Gastroenterology And Primary Care At 31st Street

    36 East 31st Street, Suite 701, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Brettholz is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Brettholz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Tenesmus, Esophagitis, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    111 East 75th Street, Ofc 1a, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Dawson is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Dawson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery.

    Marcovalerio Melis
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastrointestinal Surgical Oncology At East 76th Street

    122 East 76th Street, 1b, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian

    "Marcovalerio Melis, MD, FACS, is a surgical oncologist with more than 12 years of experience in the treatment of abdominal cancers, including those in the esophagus, stomach, liver, pancreas, colon and rectum. He joined Northwell Health in 2020 and currently serves as the chief of surgical oncology at Phelps Hospital.Dr. Melis provides highly specialized care, including hyperthermic intraoperative chemotherapy (HIPEC)-an advanced treatment option in which a concentrated dose of chemotherapy is administered during surgery. In fact, he was the first to perform a HIPEC procedure at NYU Langone Health (then New York University Hospital), and helped develop the HIPEC program for Northwell Health. As part of a multidisciplinary team, he works alongside medical oncologists, radiation oncologists and imaging technicians to provide a holistic treatment plan unique to every patient.Dr. Melis completed his residency at the University of Chicago and his fellowship at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida. He has published more than 100 articles in medical journals and research publications and continues to contribute to the advancement of surgical oncology to this day; currently, he's involved in research on the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical practice and how AI can enhance pancreatic cancer treatment.In the past, Dr. Melis served in leadership positions at various medical societies and committees, including the Veterans Integrated Service Networks, the Association for Academic Surgery and the American College of Surgeons. Now, he passes on his knowledge to the surgeons of tomorrow as a professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.Dr. Melis always wanted to be a doctor, but he found that he was drawn to the hands-on approach of surgery while in medical school. As for oncology, it was the reward of saving lives that drew him in. ""Helping patients fight cancer is very rewarding,"" he says. ""It's a challenging time for them, and seeing their gratitude gets me through the day.""". Dr. Melis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Esophageal Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery

    Trauma, Burns, Acute And Critical Care

    520 E 70th St # 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anton Kelly is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Kelly is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gastrostomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery

    Trauma, Burns, Acute And Critical Care

    520 E 70th St # 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jian Shou is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Shou is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrostomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Gallstones?

    Gallstones are hard deposits that form inside the gallbladder. These may be as small as a grain of sand or as large as a golf ball.

    When should I see a Gallstones doctor near Union City, NJ?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Gallstones doctor near Union City, NJ?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Gallstones doctors near Union City, NJ?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Gallstones doctors near Union City, NJ?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Gallstones doctor near Union City, NJ?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Gallstones doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gallstones doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Gallstones doctor near Union City, NJ?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Gallstones doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Gallstones doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Gallstones doctors near Union City, NJ?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Gallstones doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Gallstones doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Gallstones doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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