Summary

Dr. Naveen Ballem is a surgeon who specializes in helping patients achieve their health goals through advanced surgical techniques. He earned his medical degree from the University of the West Indies Faculty of Medicine St Augustine Trinidad and completed his residency training at Harlem Hospital Center. With 26 years of experience in surgery, Dr. Ballem has developed extensive expertise in minimally invasive procedures. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Ballem practices at Clara Maass Medical Center and sees patients in Bridgewater and Glen Ridge, New Jersey. His surgical focus includes sleeve gastrectomy procedures for weight management and laparoscopic techniques that allow for smaller incisions and faster recovery times. He also performs upper GI endoscopy to diagnose and treat digestive conditions. Dr. Ballem treats patients dealing with obesity, GERD, and pediatric obesity concerns. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.8 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 26 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Harlem Hospital Center
  • 31 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Naveen Ballem has 2 locations

New York Bariatric Group

1121 US Highway 22 Ste 205Bridgewater, NJ 08807

Dr. Naveen Ballem

230 Sherman AveGlen Ridge, NJ 07028

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Med School: University Of The West Indies Faculty Of Medicine St Augustine Trinidad Med School: University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Naveen Ballem

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MVP Health Care
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Naveen Ballem has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Naveen Ballem has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Hernia
  • Bariatric Medicine
  • Obesity
  • Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Harlem Hospital Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of The West Indies Faculty Of Medicine St Augustine Trinidad in 2000.

NPI Number

Dr. Ballem's NPI number is 1306971874.

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What languages does Dr. Naveen Ballem speak?
Dr. Naveen Ballem speaks English and Spanish.
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Dr. Naveen Ballem's office is located at 1121 US Highway 22 Ste 205, Bridgewater, NJ, 08807.
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