Overview
Dr. Hovey is the Director of Weight Management and has been the Chairman of the Surgery Department at CHI Health Immanuel since 2012. He is board certified in Surgery, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a Fellow of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.While growing up in Council Bluffs, he graduated from Lewis Central High School. After attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha and Iowa State University for his undergraduate studies, Dr. Hovey received his Medical Degree from the University of Iowa in 1997. He completed a surgical internship at Creighton University, served as a Flight Surgeon in the United States Air Force, and finished his surgical training at Iowa Methodist in Des Moines in 2004. Upon honorably fulfilling his commitment as a general surgeon in the Air Force, he decided to come back home to the Midwest where he has been a valued member of the Omaha medical community since 2006.He is one of the most experienced weight loss surgeons in the region, having performed thousands of procedures including the sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, adjustable gastric band, Single Anastomosis Duodeno-Ileostomy (SADI), duodenal switch (DS), ORBERA (endoscopic gastric balloon), and complex revision surgery.In addition to bariatric surgery, he performs a high volume of laparoscopic, minimally invasive, and robotic surgery including gallbladder removal, hiatal hernia repair, inguinal/abdominal wall hernia repair, and colon resection. His expertise, passion, clinical acumen, and surgical skills have resulted in Dr. Hovey receiving numerous teaching awards from the Creighton University School of Medicine’s General Surgery Residency where he carries an appointment as an Assistant Clinical Professor.Dr. Hovey uses his years of experience in all aspects of weight loss surgery to feed his passion for helping patients reach their goals of living longer, healthier, and more fulfilling lives.Dr. Hovey also contributes to theCHI Health Better You Blog.
Dr. Hovey is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Hernia Surgery.
Dr. Hovey is board certified in Surgery - American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Hovey is currently accepting new patients.
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6829 N 72nd St, Ste 5500, Omaha, NE 68122
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael A. Hovey
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael A. Hovey?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael A. Hovey by calling their office at 402-717-4900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael A. Hovey a top-rated expert for Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael A. Hovey is classified as an Advanced expert for Hernia, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Michael A. Hovey specialize in?
While Dr. Michael A. Hovey is a Bariatric Medicine, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Gallbladder Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Bariatric Medicine.
Does Dr. Michael A. Hovey accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael A. Hovey accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 402-717-4900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Hovey isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- CholecystitisDr. Hovey isAdvanced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Hovey isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Hovey isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Femoral HerniaDr. Hovey isAdvanced. Learn about Femoral Hernia.
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- Acute PancreatitisDr. Hovey isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Hovey isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- AppendectomyDr. Hovey isExperienced. Learn about Appendectomy.
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Hovey isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- Breast CancerDr. Hovey isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.