25 of the Best General Surgeons Near Me in North Haledon, NJ

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MediFind found 515 specialists near North Haledon, NJ

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515 providers found
    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    General Surgery | Vascular Surgery

    Edwin Teehan MD

    510 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 205, 
    Wayne, NJ 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Edwin Teehan is a General Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Teehan is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Necrosis, Varicose Veins, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Teehan is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Teehan is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions

    Heritage Surgical Group

    9 Post Road, Suite M9, 
    Oakland, NJ 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Stavros Christoudias is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Oakland, New Jersey. Dr. Christoudias is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Christoudias is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Christoudias is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    General Surgery

    Paramus Hand Surgery

    601 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 101, 
    Wayne, NJ 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Ugras is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Ugras is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Hemangiopericytoma, and Radial Nerve Dysfunction. Dr. Ugras is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Ugras is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    General Surgery

    NJ Trauma & Critical Care Associates

    5 Summit Avenue, Suite 105, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Saraswati Dayal is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Dayal is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Cellulitis, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Dayal is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    General Surgery

    St. Joseph's Health Medical Pavilion-Gastroenterology

    234 Hamburg Tpke Ste 100, 
    Wayne, NJ 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nadra Moulayes is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Moulayes is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Fibroadenoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    General Surgery

    Valley Medical Group - Endocrine Surgery, Ridgewood

    1200 E Ridgewood Ave Ste 108, 
    Ridgewood, NJ 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anna Kundel is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Ridgewood, New Jersey. Dr. Kundel is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Parathyroid Cancer, Parathyroid Adenoma, Osteitis Fibrosa, and Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    General Surgery

    Beniwal MD LLC

    508 Hamburg Tpke Ste 205, 
    Wayne, NJ 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jagbir Beniwal is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Beniwal is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gangrene, Cellulitis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    General Surgery

    Harold M Bruck MDPA

    385 S Maple Ave, 
    Glen Rock, NJ 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Ahlborn is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Glen Rock, New Jersey. Dr. Ahlborn is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Breast Cancer, Epidural Lipomatosis, Umbilical Hernia, and Hernia Surgery.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    General Surgery

    One Surgical Specialists

    2 Sears Drive, Suite 202, 
    Paramus, NJ 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Pereira is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Pereira is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Pereira is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    General Surgery

    Office

    1124 E Ridgewood Ave Ste 104, 
    Ridgewood, NJ 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joshua Bernheim is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Ridgewood, New Jersey. Dr. Bernheim is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Disease, Gangrene, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions

    ASP Surgical LLC

    245 East Main Street, Suite 2, 
    Ramsey, NJ 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Anthony Pozzessere is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Ramsey, New Jersey. Dr. Pozzessere is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Pozzessere is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Pozzessere is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    General Surgery

    St. Joseph's University Medical Center

    703 Main St, 
    Paterson, NJ 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dina Galaktionova is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Paterson, New Jersey. Dr. Galaktionova is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    General Surgery

    HMH - Surgery - Paramus

    81 Route 4 West, Suite 401, 
    Paramus, NJ 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Douglas Ewing is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Ewing is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Hernia, Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Ewing is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    General Surgery

    HMH - Surgery - Paramus

    81 Route 4 West, Suite 401, 
    Paramus, NJ 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hans Schmidt is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Schmidt is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Schmidt is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    General Surgery

    HMH - Surgery - Paramus

    81 Route 4 West, Suite 401, 
    Paramus, NJ 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sebastian Eid is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Eid is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Obesity, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Eid is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    General Surgery

    Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital Of New York-Presbyterian

    3959 Broadway, 
    New York,, NY 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Linda Addonizio is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York,, New York. Dr. Addonizio is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Heart Block, and Heart Transplant.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    General Surgery

    Podiatry Foot & Ankle Institute

    20 Prospect Ave Ste 803, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Warren Chiodo is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Chiodo is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hammer Toe, Fungal Nail Infection, Corns and Calluses, and Plantar Fasciitis.

    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

    Professional Associates In Surgery LLP

    1500 Pleasant Valley Way, Suite 205, 
    West Orange, NJ 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Vivek Maheshwari is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in West Orange, New Jersey. Dr. Maheshwari is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Maheshwari is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Avenue, Floor 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Pokala Kiran is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Kiran is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Fistula, Rectal Prolapse, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Kiran is board certified in Surgery and Colon And Rectal Surgery. Dr. Kiran is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    General Surgery | Pediatric Surgery | Transplant Surgery
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    General Surgery | Pediatric Surgery | Transplant Surgery

    CUIMC/Presbyterian Hospital And Vanderbilt Clinic

    622 West 168th Street, Floor 14, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Jean Emond is a General Surgeon and a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Emond is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Cancer, Liver Failure, Pancreatic Cancer, Liver Transplant, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Emond is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Emond is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    General Surgery | Pediatric Surgery | Transplant Surgery
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    General Surgery | Pediatric Surgery | Transplant Surgery

    CUIMC/Presbyterian Hospital And Vanderbilt Clinic

    622 West 168th Street, Floor 14, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Japanese
    Accepting New Patients

    Tomoaki Kato, MD, is a noted pioneer in multiple-organ transplantation, pediatric and adult liver transplantation. Dr. Kato is Vice Chair for Transplantation at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center and is a professor of surgery at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons.Dr. Kato is known for unique and innovative surgeries for adults and children, including a six-organ transplant; a procedure called APOLT (auxiliary partial orthotopic liver transplantation) that resuscitates a failing liver by attaching a partial donor liver, making immunosuppressant drugs unnecessary and the first successful human partial bladder transplantation involving the transplant of two kidneys together with ureters connected to a patch of the donor bladder. In a highly publicized case, he led the first reported removal and re-implantation, or auto-transplantation, of six organs to excise a hard-to-reach abdominal tumor.Previously the director of pediatric liver and gastrointestinal transplant and professor of clinical surgery at the University of Miami School of Medicine, Dr. Kato received his medical degree from the Osaka University Medical School in Japan and received his residency training in surgery at Osaka University Hospital and Itami City Hospital in Hyogo, Japan. He completed a clinical fellowship in transplantation at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital, in Miami, Florida, where he was subsequently appointed to the surgical faculty in 1997, and promoted to full professor in 2007. He served as a surgeon and senior leader of the liver and transplantation center at Miami's Jackson Memorial Hospital, beginning in 1997, and at University of Miami Hospital (previously Cedars Medical Center), beginning in 2004. Dr. Kato is a member of numerous professional and honorary organizations, and the author or co-author of more than 180 scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals.ResourcesFor more information, visit the Center for Liver Disease and TransplantationIf you need assistance in Chinese (Mandarin & Cantonese), please call 646-317-6325 or, visit the Columbia Liver Asian Outreach Office (English | Mandarin. Dr. Kato is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Liver Cancer, Liver Failure, Liver Transplant, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Kato is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    General Surgery

    Chilton Surgical Associates

    242 West Parkway, 
    Pompton Plains, NJ 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ebube Bakosi, MD, is a general surgeon with Atlantic Medical Group and board-certified by the American Board of Surgery. He is particularly interested in hepatic and biliary disease, as well as abdominal surgery using minimally invasive techniques. His approach is patient-centered, with a focus on developing a patient- physician relationship in order to create an atmosphere of trust, reliability and availability.Dr, Bakosi follows a multispecialty team approach philosophy regarding patient care. With open and frequent communication between different providers, he believes the most effective and efficient care can be achieved, resulting in optimal patient care.Born in West Virginia, Dr. Bakosi grew up in Nigeria and the Bronx, NY. He earned his medical degree from Columbia University School of Physicians and Surgeons, New York City, and performed his residency at Morristown Medical Center, where he was named chief resident. Dr. Bakosi then completed his fellowship in organ transplantation at the Thomas E. Starlz Transplantation Institute at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.Dr. Bakosi is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Bakosi is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Colostomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Bakosi is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Bakosi is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    General Surgery | Transplant Surgery
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    General Surgery | Transplant Surgery

    CUIMC/Presbyterian Hospital And Vanderbilt Clinic

    622 West 168th Street, Floor 14, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Ratner is Professor of Surgery and Director of Renal and Pancreatic Transplantation at Columbia University. Prior to joining the faculty at Columbia, Dr. Ratner was on the faculty of Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, and served as the Chief of Solid Organ Transplantation at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. Dr. Ratner was responsible for dramatic growth of the kidney transplant program at CUIMC. He also established the pancreas transplant program, and the Kidney Autotransplant Program. He introduced robotic surgery to our kidney transplant program. Access to organ transplantation has been Dr. Ratner's major academic interest. Dr. Ratner has been a leading innovator in transplantation for over two decades. In 1993, he performed the world's first dual renal transplant. In 1995 (with Dr. Louis Kavoussi) he performed the first laparoscopic donor nephrectomy, and set the stage for its widespread adoption, which resulted in a profound increase in living donor kidney transplantation. Dr. Ratner has made significant contributions in overcoming immunologic incompatibilities that prohibited transplantation. He devised the plasmapheresis/IVIg protocol for alloantibody desensitization in 1998. In 2001, Dr. Ratner orchestrated the second paired-kidney exchange in the U.S. Subsequently, he arranged the first paired kidney exchanges in both Pennsylvania and New York. More recently Dr. Ratner has been a leading proponent of including compatible donor/recipient pairs in kidney exchanges. And, his more contemporary work has looked at the organizational and regulatory barriers to access to care. All of these strategies have increased organ availability and access to transplantation. Additionally, he has made important contributions to improve living donor safety. For his work, Dr. Ratner has received numerous awards and honors. And, he has been invited to speak and operate at various venues around the world. Dr. Ratner has authored or co-authored over 240 peer-reviewed publications, and has been a federally funded investigator. His publications have been cited over 20,000 times. He served as the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the LiveOnNY (formerly the New York Organ Donor Network), and has served on numerous national committees including the Board of the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN). He recently completed a term as the President of the American Society of Transplant Surgeons, and previously served as that Society's Treasurer.Dr. Ratner originally hails from Brooklyn, NY. He received his undergraduate education at the State University of New York at Buffalo. He received his M.D. from Hahnemann University. His general surgery training was obtained at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He completed a Fellowship in Transplantation Surgery and Immunology at Washington University. In 2011 Dr. Ratner completed a Master of Public Health with a focus on health care policy, administration and management. Dr. Ratner is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chylous Ascites, Kidney Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant. Dr. Ratner is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Ratner is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    General Surgery | Pediatric Surgery
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    General Surgery | Pediatric Surgery

    CUIMC/NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital

    3959 Broadway, Floor 2, Suite 215, 
    New York, NY 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Vincent Duron, MD is Co-Director of Fetal Therapy, Director of Minimally Invasive Surgery, and Director of Pediatric Trauma and Surgical Critical Care. He practices the full spectrum of pediatric general surgery. He is an expert in minimally invasive surgery, specializing in surgery for congenital anomalies, biliary atresia, lung anomalies, and pectus excavatum. He performs fetal surgery for various conditions, including fetoscopic repair of myelomeningocele/spina bifida and fetoscopic endoluminal tracheal occlusion (FETO) for congenital diaphragmatic hernia. Dr. Duron is a well-funded surgeon-scientist. His research focuses on fluid optimization for critically ill children and fetal and neonatal diagnostics and surgery. He has received multiple research and teaching awards and is a frequently invited speaker, author, and reviewer. He is dedicated to global health and regularly returns to Iquitos, Peru, to train local surgeons in pediatric surgery. Dr. Duron is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Duron is board certified in Surgery, Pediatric Surgery, and Surgical Critical Care. Dr. Duron is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    General Surgery
    220 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 11, 
    Wayne, NJ 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Bernstein is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Wayne, New Jersey. His clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Cellulitis, and Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia. Dr. Bernstein is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Bernstein is currently accepting new patients.

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    When should I see a General Surgeon near North Haledon, 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 General Surgeon near North Haledon, 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 General Surgeons near North Haledon, 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 General Surgeons near North Haledon, 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 General Surgeon in North Haledon?

    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 General Surgeon search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different General Surgeon?

    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 General Surgeon near North Haledon, 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 General Surgeon?

    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 General Surgeon 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 General Surgeons near North Haledon, NJ?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the General Surgeon 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. 

    What are the most common health conditions that a General Surgeon near North Haledon, NJ might treat?

    Can I filter my search to find a General Surgeon that offers video calls?

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

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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