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
- 26 years of experience
- 22 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Hindi, Urdu, Gujarati
- Emory University Hospital, Fellowship in Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery
- 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
Aziz M Merchant has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Aziz M Merchant, MD | Lauren Brooks | Dr. Andre George Giannakopoulos, MD | Dr. Oluseun Sowemimo, MD |
| Bariatric Surgery | Bariatric Surgery | Bariatric Surgery | Bariatric Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 26 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience | 31 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu, Gujarati | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Edison , NJ | New York , NY | East Meadow , NY | Freehold , NJ |
| Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University | Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Lagos College Of Medicine | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Aziz M Merchant
Medical Specialties
Aziz M Merchant has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Aziz M Merchant has the following 12 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
26 Years Experience
Aziz M Merchant holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Emory University Hospital, Fellowship in Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery.
Residency
Completed their residency at Georgetown University, Residency in General Surgery.
Medical School
Graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University in 2000.
NPI Number
Aziz M Merchant's NPI number is 1053595637.
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- Where is Aziz Merchant's office located?
- Aziz Merchant's office is located at 102 James St, Edison, NJ, 08820.
- Does Aziz Merchant accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Aziz Merchant accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does Aziz Merchant accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Aziz Merchant has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Aziz Merchant affiliated with?
- Aziz Merchant is affiliated with Jfk University Medical Center.
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