25 of the Best General Surgeons Near Me in Passaic, NJ

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MediFind found 1062 specialists near Passaic, NJ

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

    NJ Trauma & Critical Care Associates

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

    Saraswati Dayal is a General Surgeon in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Dayal is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Cellulitis, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    General Surgery

    New York University

    560 1st Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Freya Schnabel is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Schnabel has been practicing medicine for over 44 years is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

    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 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

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

    New York University

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

    Tanuja Damani is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Damani is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    General Surgery

    New York University

    550 1st Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bonnie Lonze is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Lonze is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.

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

    Podiatry Foot & Ankle Institute

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

    Warren Chiodo is a General Surgeon in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Chiodo is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hammer Toe, Fungal Nail Infection, Corns and Calluses, and Ledderhose Disease.

    Pokala R. Kiran
    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 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Pokala Kiran is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Kiran is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Fistula, Rectal Prolapse, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Kiran is currently accepting new patients.

    Jean C. Emond
    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 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Jean Emond is a General Surgeon and a Pediatric Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Emond is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Liver Cancer, Liver Failure, Pancreatic Cancer, Liver Transplant, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Emond is currently accepting new patients.

    Diego R. Camacho
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    General Surgery

    Montefiore Greene Medical Arts Pavilion

    3400 Bainbridge Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (13.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Minimally Invasive Surgery. Dr. Camacho is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Diastasis Recti, Obesity, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Sheldon M. Feldman
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    General Surgery

    Montefiore At 1250 Waters Place

    1250 Waters Place, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (15.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sheldon Marc Feldman, MD, is Chief, Breast Surgery and Breast Surgical Oncology, Professor, Surgery and Director, Breast Cancer Services at Montefiore Einstein. His clinical focus includes breast cancer, oncoplastic surgery with an emphasis on optimizing breast conservation, nipple-sparing mastectomy, minimally invasive diagnosis and treatment, intraoperative radiation, targeted tumor ablation, lymphedema prevention, and complementary integrative holistic care with an emphasis on physician-patient communication. Dr. Feldman is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Intraductal Papilloma, Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Tomoaki Kato
    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 
     (9.9 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 top areas of expertise are Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Liver Failure, Liver Cancer, Liver Transplant, and Hepatectomy.

    Paul L. Baron
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Breast Surgery At Columbus Circle

    5 Columbus Circle, 8th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul L. Baron, MD, is Chief of breast surgery and Director of the breast cancer program at Lenox Hill Hospital. An accomplished breast surgical oncologist, Dr. Baron specializes in high risk patients and oncoplastic surgery. His goals are to oversee the expansion and enhancement of the hospital s breast surgery services and it's multidisciplinary breast cancer program. The Breast Cancer Center of the Northwell Health Cancer Institute, is one of the largest oncology programs in the New York metro area.Throughout his career, Dr. Baron has actively engaged in advancing the field of oncology. He has published more than 120 articles and abstracts on various cancer-related topics and has been invited to speak at more than 60 national conferences. He has received more than $3.3 million in grant funding for medical research from such high-profile sources as the American Cancer Society and the Department of Defense and holds two patents in the area of cancer diagnosis and treatment. He is affiliated with numerous distinguished professional societies, including The American College of Surgeons, The Society of Surgical Oncology and The American Society of Breast Surgeons, where he serves on the board of directors. He also serves on the Board of Directors of the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC).Dr. Baron earned both his undergraduate and medical degrees from Boston University's six-year medical program. He completed his internship and residency in general surgery at the Medical College of Virginia, where he served as chief surgery resident during his final year. He subsequently pursued a surgical oncology fellowship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and was honored with the American Cancer Society s Clinical Oncology Fellowship Award for his work. Dr. Baron is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Sharon R. Smith
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Breast Surgery At Columbus Circle

    5 Columbus Circle, 8th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sharon Smith is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Smith is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Vincent P. Duron
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    General Surgery | Pediatric Surgery
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    General Surgery | Pediatric Surgery

    CUIMC/NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital

    3959 Broadway, Floor 2, Suite 215, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.9 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 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Diaphragmatic Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Polyhydramnios, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Lloyd E. Ratner
    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 
     (9.9 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 top areas of expertise are Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chylous Ascites, Kidney Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

    Janet T. Yeh
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Breast Surgery At Columbus Circle

    5 Columbus Circle, 8th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Janet Yeh is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Yeh has been practicing medicine for over 17 years is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Expertise in
    23
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    23
    conditions
    General Surgery

    St Josephs Medical Group PC

    703 Main St, 
    Paterson, NJ 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Derick Christian is a General Surgeon in Paterson, New Jersey. Dr. Christian is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Splenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Christian is currently accepting new patients.

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

    New York University

    530 1st Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bashar Safar is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Safar is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ulcerative Colitis, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    General Surgery

    Mount Sinai St Luke S

    1111 Amsterdam Ave Ste 4W, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Chessin is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Chessin is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Genital Warts, Hernia, Hemorrhoids, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

    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 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Edwin Teehan is a General Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Teehan is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Necrosis, Varicose Veins, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Teehan is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    General Surgery

    CUIMC/Harkness Pavilion

    180 Fort Washington Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Justin Golub is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Golub is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hearing Loss, Infant Hearing Loss, Ruptured Eardrum, Acoustic Neuroma, and Endoscopy. Dr. Golub is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    General Surgery
    Expertise in
    15
    conditions
    General Surgery
    110 E 59th St, Ste 8A, 
    New York, NY 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paresh Shah is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Shah is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Small Bowel Resection, and Pancreatectomy.

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

    St Josephs Medical Group PC

    703 Main St, 
    Paterson, NJ 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Nadra Moulayes is a General Surgeon in Paterson, New Jersey. Dr. Moulayes is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Fibroadenoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Moulayes is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Center For Dermatology

    101 Old Short Hills Rd Ste 401, 
    West Orange, NJ 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jawad Kirmani is a General Surgeon in West Orange, New Jersey. Dr. Kirmani is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Apoplexy, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Kirmani is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Peak Woo MD PLLC

    300 Central Park W Apt 1H, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Peak Woo is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Woo is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Spasmodic Dysphonia, Laryngitis, Perichondritis, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

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    When should I see a General Surgeon near Passaic, 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 Passaic, 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 Passaic, 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 Passaic, 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 Passaic?

    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 Passaic, 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 Passaic, 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 Passaic, 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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