Nicholas Saenz, MD, is a fellowship-trained pediatric surgeon with Atlantic Medical Group, providing surgical care to children from birth to adolescence. Board-certified in surgery and pediatric surgery by the American Board of Surgery, he has comprehensive clinical experience and applies his skills to diagnose, treat, and provide his young patients with the best possible care. Specializing in pediatric surgical oncology, Dr. Saenz is committed to achieving the best outcomes.Dr. Saenz has contributed several book chapters and authored or coauthored many peer-reviewed journal articles, as well as being a presenter at national and international meetings on a variety of topics in pediatric surgery. In addition, he has served as a principal investigator on several oncology research studies and has been a member of the Children’s Oncology Group for many years.After earning his medical degree from University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, MI, Dr. Saenz completed a residency in surgery at New England Deaconess-Harvard Surgical Service, Boston, MA. He was a research fellow in the laboratory of the late M. Judah Folkman, MD, and completed a pediatric surgery fellowship at Boston Children’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School.Committed to educating and mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows, Dr. Saenz was a professor of surgery at the University of California, San Diego, for several years before moving to the East Coast. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Academy of Pediatrics and is a member of the American Pediatric Surgical Association. He is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Saenz is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top area of expertise is Pilonidal Sinus Disease.

Dr. Jennifer Murphy is a board-certified and fellowship-trained pediatric surgeon and part of Atlantic Medical Group. With privileges at both Morristown and Overlook medical centers, Dr. Murphy specializes in the surgical care of children – from newborns through adolescents and teenagers – understanding their anatomy, physiology and unique developmental needs. She provides state-of-the-art minimally invasive and traditional procedures for a range of childhood issues relating to illness, injury, disease and congenital conditions.Combining prudent, conservative decision-making with her training, experience, and cutting-edge surgical skill, Dr. Murphy strives to achieve the best possible outcomes for her young patients. She is certified by the American Board of Surgery and she talks with patients and families to ensure they understand their treatment options.After graduating magna cum laude from Boston College, Dr. Murphy completed her medical degree at Washington University School of Medicine, where she was awarded the Samson F. Wennerman Prize in Surgery for demonstrating promise in the field of surgery. She went on to pursue her surgical residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell and her fellowship training in pediatric surgery at Johns Hopkins University Hospital. She has presented medical research at the British Association of Pediatric Surgery and has published case reports in the Journal of Pediatric Surgery.Dr. Murphy is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Her top area of expertise is Appendicitis.

Erica Gross, MD, is a fellowship-trained pediatric surgeon with board-certification in surgery, pediatric surgery, and surgical critical care by the American Board of Surgery. She has comprehensive clinical experience and applies her skills to diagnose, treat, and provide her young patients with the best possible care. Dr. Gross is privileged to care for children and to be instrumental in their health and well-being. She strives to give each of her patients a chance to enjoy childhood and live a happy and healthy life, fostering an atmosphere that respects the unique needs of families and children of all ages. From common ailments to rare conditions, Dr. Gross is committed to achieving the best outcomes by utilizing evidence-based medicine and working collaboratively with physician colleagues in other disciplines. She has contributed book chapters and peer-reviewed journal articles and has presented at national meetings on topics in pediatric surgical management. In addition, she is committed to educating medical students and residents by employing simulation-based medical education to improve care. She is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Academy of Pediatrics and is a member of the American Pediatric Surgical Association and the Association for Academic Surgery. After earning her medical degree from Pennsylvania State College of Medicine, Dr. Gross completed a residency in general surgery at the University of Connecticut. She pursued three specialized fellowship programs at New York-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital, Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, and Children’s Hospital Colorado. In addition, she has participated as a volunteer on medical missions in Ecuador, Peru, and Guatemala. Dr. Gross is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Her top area of expertise is Short Bowel Syndrome.

Michelle P. Kallis, MD, PhD, is a pediatric surgeon with Atlantic Medical Group (AMG). Board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery, she specializes in performing surgical procedures on infants, children, and adolescents to treat a wide range of congenital and acquired conditions. She is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to all patients and ensuring they are educated about their condition and treatment.Dr. Kallis earned a BS in biology with a minor in political science from Fordham University, New York, NY, followed by an MS in physiology and biophysics from Georgetown University, Washington, DC, a medical degree from New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY, and a PhD from Feinstein Institutes of Medical Research, Manhasset, NY. She then completed a general surgery internship and residency at North Shore University Hospital-LIJ Medical Center in Manhasset, a pediatric surgery research fellowship at Cohen Children’s Medical Center, New Hyde Park, NY, and a pediatric surgery fellowship at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, St. Louis, MO.Dr. Kallis has authored peer-reviewed publications, delivered national and international presentations, and is a member of the professional organizations American College of Surgeons, Association for Academic Surgery, American Pediatric Surgical Association, and American Association for Cancer Research. She is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Her top areas of expertise are Pectus Excavatum, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Appendicitis, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Appendectomy.

Silvio Podda is a Pediatric Surgeon and a Plastic Surgeon in Paterson, New Jersey. Dr. Podda is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Breast Enlargement In Males, Plagiocephaly, Keloids, Bifid Nose, and Myringotomy.

Nishith Bhattacharyya is a Pediatric Surgeon in Maplewood, New Jersey. Dr. Bhattacharyya is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly, Umbilical Hernia, and Undescended Testicle.

Linda Li is a Pediatric Surgeon in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Li is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hirschsprung Disease, Total Intestinal Aganglionosis, Imperforate Anus, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

Sathyaprasad Burjonrappa is a Pediatric Surgeon in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Dr. Burjonrappa is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Omphalomesenteric Cyst, Meckel's Diverticulum, Gastroschisis, Appendectomy, and Splenectomy.

Frederick Alexander is a Pediatric Surgeon in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Alexander is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Van Der Woude Syndrome, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, and Urachal Cyst.

Stylianos Steven is a Pediatric Surgeon in New Brunswick, New Jersey. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Pectus Carinatum, Polyhydramnios, Splenectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Steven is currently accepting new patients.

Yi-horng Lee is a Pediatric Surgeon in Teaneck, New Jersey. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Omphalomesenteric Cyst, Meckel's Diverticulum, and Imperforate Anus. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

Mark Mccollum is a Pediatric Surgeon in Eatontown, New Jersey. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, and Pilonidal Sinus Disease. Dr. Mccollum is currently accepting new patients.

Christopher Gitzelmann is a Pediatric Surgeon in West Orange, New Jersey. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis and Osteomyelitis in Children. Dr. Gitzelmann is currently accepting new patients.

Colin Bethel is a Pediatric Surgeon in Glen Ridge, New Jersey. His top areas of expertise are Umbilical Hernia, Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly, Polydactyly, and Omphalocele.

Kerry Bergman is a Pediatric Surgeon in Summit, New Jersey. His top area of expertise is Infantile Pyloric Stenosis.

John Gallucci is a Pediatric Surgeon in New Brunswick, New Jersey. His top area of expertise is Atresia of Small Intestine.

Eric Lazar is a Pediatric Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Hoboken, New Jersey.

Victor Valda is a Pediatric Surgeon in Hackensack, New Jersey.

Dennis Hoelzer is a Pediatric Surgeon in Camden, New Jersey.

Joelle Pierre is a Pediatric Surgeon in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Dr. Pierre is currently accepting new patients.

Shina Patel is a Pediatric Surgeon and a Nurse Practitioner in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

Jonathan Durell is a Pediatric Surgeon in West Orange, New Jersey. Dr. Durell is currently accepting new patients.

Marshall Schwartz is a Pediatric Surgeon in Sewell, New Jersey.

Nabil Jacir is a Pediatric Surgeon in Summit, New Jersey.

Joseph Udomsaph is a Pediatric Surgeon in Edison, New Jersey.