Summary

Dr. Lora Melman is a surgeon who specializes in bariatric and general surgery with 21 years of experience helping patients achieve their health goals. She earned her medical degree from St. Louis, Missouri, and holds prestigious certifications including FACS (Fellow of the American College of Surgeons) and FASMBS (Fellow of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery). Dr. Melman speaks English and brings over two decades of surgical expertise to her practice.

Dr. Melman practices at multiple locations throughout New Jersey, including Somerset, Trenton, Marlboro, East Brunswick, and Toms River, with hospital privileges at Centrastate Medical Center and Community Medical Center. She focuses on treating obesity, high blood pressure, and childhood weight issues. Her surgical skills include sleeve gastrectomy for weight loss, abdominal hernia repairs, and diagnostic ultrasound procedures. Patients rate Dr. Melman 4.9 out of 5 stars for her comprehensive approach to surgical care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 21 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • St. Louis, MO
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Lora Marie Melman , FACS FASMBS has 6 locations

Advanced Surgical And Bariatrics Of Nj Pa

81 Veronica Ave Ste 205Somerset, NJ 08873
Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Advanced Surgical And Bariatrics Of Nj Pa

1670 Whitehorse Hamilton Square RdTrenton, NJ 08690

Advanced Surgical And Bariatrics Of Nj Pa

479 County Road 520 Ste A203Marlboro, NJ 07746

Community Medical Center

99 Route 37 WToms River, NJ 08755

Advanced Surgical And Bariatrics Of Nj Pa

579 Cranbury Rd Ste DEast Brunswick, NJ 08816

Advanced Surgical And Bariatrics Of Nj Pa

530 Lakehurst Rd Ste 207Toms River, NJ 08755
MonClosed
Tue2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
WedClosed
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Somerset , NJPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PAMiddletown , NJ
Med School: St. Louis, MO Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lora Marie Melman , FACS FASMBS

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Clover Health
  • Clover Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • GEHA
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • MagnaCare
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lora Marie Melman , FACS FASMBS has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lora Marie Melman , FACS FASMBS has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Hernia
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Adrenal Gland Diseases
  • Barrett Esophagus
  • Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
  • Esophageal Achalasia
  • Femoral Hernia
  • Hernia
  • Inguinal Hernia
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Splenectomy)
  • Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
  • Morbid Obesity
  • Obesity
  • Obesity (Bariatrics)
  • Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome
  • Other
  • Ventral Hernia

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from St. Louis, MO in 2013 and St Louis University School Of Medicine in 2005.

NPI Number

Dr. Melman , FACS FASMBS's NPI number is 1689792525.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Lora Melman , FACS FASMBS's office located?
Dr. Lora Melman , FACS FASMBS's office is located at 81 Veronica Ave Ste 205, Somerset, NJ, 08873.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lora Melman , FACS FASMBS?
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What languages does Dr. Lora Melman , FACS FASMBS speak?
Dr. Lora Melman , FACS FASMBS speaks English.
Is Dr. Lora Melman , FACS FASMBS accepting new patients?
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