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  • Gastroenterology, Surgery, Bariatric Surgery
  • Accepting new patients
  • 20 years of experience
  • Advanced Minimally Invasive Surgery 183 High St Ste 1100, Newton, NJ 07860
  • (973) 383-2222

Brief Intro

ABOUT USDr. Shomaf Nakhjo is a leading provider of advanced minimally invasive general surgery who has been serving Northern New Jersey for the past 15 years. Our practice provides the highest level of care using the most advanced tools and techniques available. Our practice takes great pride in treating our patients like they are family. We consider ourselves a boutique practice in that we make time and give our patients personalized attention. We are always available and accommodating to meet the needs of our patients. Three key areas we specialize in, include: ​Advanced Laparoscopic/Minimally Invasive General SurgeryHernia RepairPilonidal Cyst Disease ​Research/Volunteer Experience:* Surgical Mission Trip to Sumbawanga, Tanzania with Healthcare Volunteer (2008) * Laparoscopic Gastric Band Placement for Failed Weight Loss after Gastric Bypass- first author, poster presented at ASMBS Annual Meeting (2011)* Staged Repair of Gastric Band Slippage – coauthor, presented at SAGES Annual Meeting (2011)Professional Affiliations:* American Medical Association, American College of Surgeons* American Osteopathic Association, American College of Osteopathic Surgeons* Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons* Society of Laparoscopic SurgeryLicenses/Board Certifications:* Board Certified in General Surgery by the American College of Osteopathic Surgery* Current New Jersey State Medical License* Realize Band and Lap Band Certified

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Education Background

FELLOWSHIP

Hackensack University Medical Center (Advanced Laparoscopic/Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery)

RESIDENCY

Flushing Hospital Medical Center

MEDICAL SCHOOL

New York College of Osteopathic Medicine - DOCTOR OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE - 2005

Languages Spoken

  • English

Location & Hours

  • Advanced Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • 183 High St Ste 1100, Newton, NJ 07860
  • Mon:9:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Tue:9:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Wed:9:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Thu:9:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Fri:9:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Surgery
  • Gastroenterology
  • Bariatric Surgery

Conditions Addressed

  • Ventral Hernia
  • Melanoma
  • Malignant Neoplasm of Colon
  • Abdominal Hernia
  • Rectal, Abdomen, Small Intestines, or Colon Cancer
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
  • Pilondial Cyst
  • Inguinal Hernia
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Procedures Performed

  • Hernia Repair
  • Cleft Lift procedure
  • Advanced laparoscopic surgery
  • Abdominal wall hernia repair
  • Laparoscopic Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
  • Cholecystectomy
  • Skin Surgery
  • Appendectomy
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
  • Pilonidal Cyst Surgery
  • Colonoscopy
  • Liver Biopsy
  • Small Bowel Resection
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • AmeriHealth
  • Aetna
  • Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Humana
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Cigna
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • MagnaCare
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Clover Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • AmeriGroup
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