Summary

Dr. Wai Chau is a surgeon specializing in bariatric and metabolic surgery with 28 years of experience in the field. He earned his medical degree from St. Georges University School of Medicine and has dedicated his career to helping patients achieve significant weight loss and improved health outcomes. Dr. Chau speaks English and brings nearly three decades of surgical expertise to his practice.

Dr. Chau practices at Princeton Medical Center with locations in Plainsboro and Pennington, New Jersey. He focuses on treating obesity, childhood obesity, and high blood pressure through advanced surgical techniques. His expertise includes minimally invasive gastric bypass surgery and sleeve gastrectomy procedures that help patients lose weight safely. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his care and surgical skills.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.8
  • 28 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • St Georges University School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 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. Wai Yip Chau has 5 locations

Dr. Wai Yip Chau

5 Plainsboro Rd Ste 275Plainsboro, NJ 08536

Dr. Wai Yip Chau

2482 Pennington Rd Ste 102Pennington, NJ 08534

Dr. Wai Yip Chau

5 Plainsboro Road Medical Arts Pavilion, Suite 275Plainsboro, NJ 08536

Dr. Wai Yip Chau

2482 Pennington RdPennington, NJ 08534

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Speaks English Speaks English, Korean
Plainsboro , NJLanghorne , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Ben-Gurion University of The Negev Faculty of Health Sciences 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. Wai Yip Chau

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Wai Yip Chau has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Wai Yip Chau has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Gastric Bypass (Gastrojejunostomy)
  • Other
  • Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Dr. Wai Yip Chau 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

Medical School

Graduated from St Georges University School Of Medicine in 1998.

NPI Number

Dr. Chau's NPI number is 1467546325.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Wai Chau accepting new patients?
Dr. Wai Chau has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Wai Chau speak?
Dr. Wai Chau speaks English.
Does Dr. Wai Chau accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Wai Chau has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Wai Chau accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Wai Chau accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wai Chau affiliated with?
Dr. Wai Chau is affiliated with Princeton Medical Center.

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