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)