Summary

Dr. Patrick Tempera is a gastroenterologist and colorectal surgeon who has been practicing medicine for four decades. He earned his medical degree from St. Georges University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Seton Hall University. His dual specialization allows him to provide comprehensive care for digestive system disorders and surgical interventions when needed. Dr. Tempera is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Tempera is affiliated with Trinitas Regional Medical Center New Point Campus and practices at multiple locations throughout New Jersey, including Union, Green Brook, Newark, Mountainside, and Paterson. He specializes in treating colon polyps, abdominal pain, and diverticular disease. His expertise includes performing lower GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, and upper GI endoscopy procedures to diagnose and treat digestive conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 40 years of experience
  • 52 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Seton Hall University
  • 67 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 18 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Patrick G Tempera has 5 locations

Advanced Gastroenterology Group

1308 Morris Ave Ste 102Union, NJ 07083
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Advanced Gastroenterology Group

1005 N Washington AveGreen Brook, NJ 08812
MonClosed
TueClosed
Wed10:30 am - 1:00 pm
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

University Hospital

150 Bergen StNewark, NJ 07103

Garden State Endoscopy And Surgery Center

200 SHEFFIELD ST STE 101MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ 07092
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.8 
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40 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Union , NJNEW YORK , NYNEW YORK , NYNEW YORK , NY
Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: State University of New York (SUNY) Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine Med School: Cornell University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Patrick G Tempera

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clover Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Horizon NJ Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • SIHO Insurance Services
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Patrick G Tempera has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Patrick G Tempera has the following 18 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Banding
  • Biliary Tract Diseases
  • Bowel Resection
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colonoscopy
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Constipation
  • Diverticulitis
  • Hemorrhoidectomy
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Pancreatic Diseases
  • Rectal Bleeding
  • Rectal Pain
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. Patrick G Tempera 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

Residency

Completed their residency at Seton Hall University.

Medical School

Graduated from St Georges University School Of Medicine in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Tempera's NPI number is 1508830050.

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Dr. Patrick Tempera's office is located at 1308 Morris Ave Ste 102, Union, NJ, 07083.
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