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Dr. Maher El Chaar, MD

General Surgery*•Male•Age 48

General Surgery*

Dr. Maher El Chaar, MD is a general surgery specialist in Allentown, PA and has over 22 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine in 2001. He is affiliated with St. Luke's Hospital - Bethlehem Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Maher El Chaar, MD

St. Luke's Weight Management Center - Allentown

240 Cetronia Rd Ste 205N Allentown, PA 18104
Telehealth services available

Make an Appointment

(484) 426-2600
Telehealth services available

Accepting new patients

(484) 426-2600

Hospital Highlight

Dr. El Chaar is affiliated with St. Luke's Hospital - Bethlehem Campus Bethlehem, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

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  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. El Chaar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. El Chaar

4.7

21 ratings, 13 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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Cesar ramirez – Mar 15, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Denise Hersh – Feb 17, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lynn – Jan 01, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sue T – Jul 29, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Craig S – Sep 10, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lila Shiner – Jul 23, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Claudia – Feb 13, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Candi shade – Jan 25, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Carmen Ramos – Sep 18, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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About Me

Care Philosophy

I was recently named one of America&rsquos Top Surgeons in Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery). In addition, I have received a bariatric surgeon of...Read more

Biography

I was recently named one of America&rsquos Top Surgeons in Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery). In addition, I have received a bariatric surgeon of excellence design

Specialties*

  • General Surgery
  • Bariatric Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine

Medical School, 2001

Common Questions and Answers

    Please call the office to learn more. (484) 426-2600

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    Does Dr. Maher El Chaar, MD accept new patients?

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    What is Dr. Maher El Chaar, MD's office address?

    Dr. El Chaar's office is located at 240 Cetronia Rd Ste 205N, Allentown, PA 18104. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

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    Locations

    St. Luke's Weight Management Center - Allentown

    St. Luke's Weight Management Center - Allentown240 Cetronia Rd Ste 205N Allentown, PA 18104
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    St. Luke's Hospital - Bethlehem Campus

    801 Ostrum St
    Bethlehem, PA 18015
    Recipient of 39
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    America's 50 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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