13 Results forPediatric Surgeons near Summit, NJ
Learn more about Pediatric Surgeons and how to choose the right one for you
Learn more about Pediatric Surgeons
A pediatric surgeon specializes in the surgical care of diseases, injuries and deformities in premature and newborn infants, children, and adolescents. Pediatric surgeons diagnose and treat many conditions affecting children, including birth defects, traumatic injuries, cancer, and abdominal problems, such as appendicitis and hernias.
A pediatric surgeon typically:
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Evaluates the child’s medical history within the context of his or her growth and development. Pediatric surgeons determine if surgery is necessary and at what age a surgery should be done.
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Educates children, parents and guardians about the surgical procedure, how to prepare a child for surgery, and what to expect during recovery based on the child’s age and development
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Orders and interprets laboratory and imaging tests and prescribes medications
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Performs exploratory surgeries and procedures, such as endoscopy and laparoscopy, to diagnose diseases and conditions
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Treats various diseases and conditions by performing surgical procedures, such as appendectomy, bariatric surgery, intestinal transplant surgery, and fundoplication (anti-reflux surgery)
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Provides care before, during and after surgery
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Works closely with your child’s primary care doctor and other specialists and members of the healthcare team to provide optimal care
Pediatric surgeons may also be known by the following names: children's surgeon, child surgeon, surgeon for kids, pediatric general surgeon, and peds surgeon.
There are 13 specialists practicing Pediatric Surgery in Summit, NJ with an overall average rating of 4.6 stars. There are 24 hospitals near Summit, NJ with affiliated Pediatric Surgery specialists, including Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Morristown Medical Center and Chilton Medical Center.
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Dr. James Glasser, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Surgery100 Madison AveMorristown, NJ 079607.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Jennifer Murphy, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Surgery99 Beauvoir AveSummit, NJ 079010.6 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
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Specialty: Pediatric Surgery94 Old Short Hills RdLivingston, NJ 070394.5 miles awayDr. Christopher Gitzelmann, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Surgery375 Mount Pleasant Ave Ste 302West Orange, NJ 070527.4 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Care Philosophy: My goal as the chief of pediatric surgery at Saint Barnabas is to perform to the highest standard of care and practice evidence based medicine, ensuring the wellbeing of each child. No two children are the same and it is my duty to make certain the surgery performed is tailored to the needs of your child. My team and I support our patients and their families in every step of the surgical process. You can expect open and clear communication, education materials and frequent updates from our team to make you feel comfortable.
On staff atCooperman Barnabas Medical Center.Dr. Nishith Bhattacharyya, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Surgery2130 Millburn Ave Ste C1Maplewood, NJ 070404.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Erica Gross, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Surgery11 Overlook Rd Ste 230Summit, NJ 079010.6 miles awayDr. Kerry Bergman, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Surgery99 Beauvoir AveSummit, NJ 079010.6 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Nabil Jacir, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Surgery99 Beauvoir AveSummit, NJ 079010.6 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Nicholas Saenz, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Surgery11 Overlook Rd Ste 230Summit, NJ 079010.6 miles awayDr. Troy Spilde, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Surgery94 Old Short Hills RdLivingston, NJ 070394.5 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Colin Bethel, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Surgery2130 Millburn Ave Ste C1Maplewood, NJ 070404.3 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Edward Shlasko, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Surgery94 Old Short Hills Rd # 403Livingston, NJ 070394.3 miles awayOn staff atMount Sinai Beth Israel.Dr. Jonathan Durell, MD
Specialty: Pediatric Surgery375 Mount Pleasant Ave Ste 105West Orange, NJ 070527.4 miles away