4.7
42 Ratings with 28 written Reviews
Summary
Aziz Merchant, M.D. FACS, is a board certified surgeon who specializes in Bariatric and General surgery. With a specialized focus on weight loss surgical procedures as well as minimally invasive and robotic surgery, Dr. Merchant is committed to providing the best care for his patients. Dr. Merchant covers a wide range of inpatient and outpatient procedures and works closely with each patient to develop a customized surgical plan. He has been practicing for many years and has been very involved in the development of robotic surgery. Prior to joining HMH, Dr. Merchant has served many roles at the Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (NJMS)/University Hospital network. Dr. Merchant’s roles included the Division Chief of General Surgery and MIS and Director of the Surgical Simulation Education program at Rutgers NJMS. Dr. Merchant helped expand the Minimally Invasive and Robotic General Surgery program at University Hospital Newark. Dr. Merchant has conducted extensive research in …minimally invasive, foregut, and acute care surgery as well as surgical health disparities. Dr. Merchant will be an excellent addition to the Hackensack Meridian JFK University Medical Center.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 22 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Urdu, Hindi, Gujarati
- Emory University Hospitals
- 28 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 12 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Aziz M Merchant has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Aziz M Merchant, MD | Payal Sharma | Dr. Oluseun Sowemimo, MD | Dr. Cheguevara Afaneh, MD |
| Bariatric Surgery | Bariatric Surgery | Bariatric Surgery | Bariatric Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 31 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Urdu, Hindi, Gujarati | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English |
| Edison , NJ | New York , NY | Freehold , NJ | New York , NY |
| Med School: University Of Lagos College Of Medicine | Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE | ||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Aziz M Merchant
Medical Specialties
Dr. Aziz M Merchant has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Aziz M Merchant has the following 12 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Surgery
General Surgery, 2008
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Fellowship
Emory University Hospitals2009
Residency
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital2008
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Aziz Merchant affiliated with?
- Dr. Aziz Merchant is affiliated with Jfk University Medical Center.
- What languages does Dr. Aziz Merchant speak?
- Dr. Aziz Merchant speaks English, Urdu, Hindi, and Gujarati.
- Where is Dr. Aziz Merchant's office located?
- Dr. Aziz Merchant's office is located at 102 James St, Edison, NJ, 08820.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Aziz Merchant?
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- Does Dr. Aziz Merchant accept my insurance?
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