Dr. Joseph J. Licata, MD | Paramus, NJ | Surgery

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Dr. Joseph Licata specializes in surgery and has dedicated over four decades to providing surgical care to patients. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Del Noreste Escuela De Medicina Dr Jose Sierra Flores and completed his residency training at New York Medical College. With 42 years of experience in the field, Dr. Licata has developed extensive expertise in surgical procedures and patient care.

Dr. Licata practices at The Valley Hospital in Paramus, New Jersey, and also sees patients at his practice, Joseph Licata Surgical LLC, in Ramsey, New Jersey. He focuses on treating various types of hernias, including ventral hernias, inguinal hernias, and sports hernias. His surgical expertise includes performing inguinal hernia repairs and specialized hernia repair procedures for pediatric patients. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his surgical care.

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accepting new patients
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39 Ratings
42 years of experience
30 insurance plans accepted
New York Medical College
7 written reviews
1 specialty
1 area of expertise
1 board certification
2 office locations
Male

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My husband had a hernia operation 6 weeks ago. No bleeding, no oozing, no pain pills. All was well. Dr. Licata was referred by our cardiologist who also had an excellent experience with Dr. Licata. well worth the trip to Ramsey. We live in Toms River, NJ.

June 8th, 2018

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This doctor is an on call surgeon at the Valley Hospital, but he does not accept Insurance. I had an emergency surgery, after BCBS paid him as an in-network provider, I was forced to pay more. It is unethical to make money from the patients who were not able to choose doctors in emergencies.

January 26th, 2017

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Best surgeon around. Caring and conscientious.

October 19th, 2016

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I highly recommend Dr.Licata. He is first and foremost an outstanding surgeon. This was my first surgery and I was so well taken care of that my mind was completely at ease. I knew everything would be alright and it was. All my questions were answered and I felt respected and never rushed. At a time when most doctors can fail to establish honest rapport with their patients, Dr. Licata is one of a kind. He is thoroughly natural and genuine. Noone likes to hear that they need surgery,but I'm happy that I was lucky enough to have Dr.Licata and his caring staff to see me through.If you are reading this I urge you to make that call and experience true excellence.

August 21st, 2011

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Dr. Licata is a wonderful doctor. He tells it like it is but like someone you've known for years. And his office staff is probably the best I've experienced - helpful and nice. He's very knowledgeable and an excellent surgeon

August 11th, 2011

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Fantastic doctor. He is one of a kind. The office staff is wonderful.

February 14th, 2011

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I was sent to Dr. Licata because of a lump detected on MRI in my breast. He was so kind and helpful. His office staff was equally kind and very sweet. Well run office. It will be a long road ahead but Dr. Licata tells it like it is no sugar coating !

November 20th, 2009

The Valley Hospital

4 Valley Health PlzParamus, NJ 07652

Tel: (201) 447-8000

Joseph Licata Surgical Llc

245 E Main StRamsey, NJ 07446

Tel: (201) 327-0220

Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Joseph John Licata, MD	Dr. Walker Lyons	Dr. Bashar Hanna Fahoum, MD	Dr. Katherine Nora Fischkoff, MD
Surgery	Surgery	Surgery	Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4 (39 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.4 (10 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)
42 Years of Experience	8 Years of Experience	39 Years of Experience	21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available
		Speaks English
Paramus , NJ	Philadelphia , PA	Brooklyn , NY	New York , NY
Med School: Universidad Del Noreste Escuela De Medicina Dr Jose Sierra Flores	Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University	Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine	Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
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Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active

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Universidad Del Noreste Escuela De Medicina Dr Jose Sierra FloresGraduated in 1984

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