Dr. Michael Nusbaum, MD

Dr. Michael Nusbaum, MD

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Dr. Michael Nusbaum, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Morristown, NJ and has been practicing for 26 years. He graduated from UMDNJ-- New Jersey Medical School in 1993 and specializes in bariatric surgery, bariatric medicine, and more.
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Obesity Treatment Centers of NJ

95 Madison Ave Ste A06

Morristown, NJ 07960

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Insurance Accepted

  • Accepts most major Health Plans. Please contact our office for details.
  • Aetna
  • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
  • Amerihealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Commercial Insurance Company
  • Coventry Health Care
  • EmblemHealth
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Background Check

No malpractice claims found for New Jersey
No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data
No board actions found for the years we collect data
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Dr. Nusbaum's Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
Obesity
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very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Nusbaum treats Obesity more than 98% of his peers

Dr. Nusbaum treats this condition more than 98% of his peers

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Esophageal Surgery
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very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Nusbaum performs Esophageal Surgery more than 93% of his peers

Dr. Nusbaum performs this procedure more than 93% of his peers

Sleeve Gastrectomy
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high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Nusbaum performs Sleeve Gastrectomy more than 81% of his peers

Dr. Nusbaum performs this procedure more than 81% of his peers

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  • Sleeve Gastrectomy, Laparoscopic
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Dr. Nusbaum's conditions and procedures:

  • Acid Reflux Surgery
  • Adhesiolysis
  • Adrenal Incidentaloma
  • Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery
  • Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
  • Chronic Diseases
  • da Vinci® Robotic Surgery
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes Type 1
  • Diabetes Type 2
  • Endocrine Surgical Procedure
  • Endoscopic Endonasal Surgery
  • Endoscopy
  • ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
  • Esophageal Surgery
  • Esophagogastroscopy
  • Esophagoscopy
  • Female Infertility
  • Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Laparoscopic
  • Gastric Banding, Laparoscopic
  • Gastric Bypass Surgery
  • Gastric Bypass Surgery, Laparoscopic
  • Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
  • Gastric Sleeve Surgery
  • Gastrointestinal Surgery, Laproscopic
  • Gastrotomy
  • Goiter
  • Graves' Disease
  • Hashimoto's Disease
  • Heartburn
  • Hyperlipidemia
  • Hypertension
  • Hypokalemia
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Infertility
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
  • Interventional Endoscopy
  • Laparoscopic Abdominal Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Revision Gastric Restrictive Procedure
  • Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
  • Laparoscopy
  • Lipid Disorders
  • Male Infertility
  • Menstrual Disorders (incl. Dysmenorrhea)
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Obesity
  • Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Pediatric Advanced Laparoscopy Surgery
  • Pediatric Obesity
  • Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
  • Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
  • Pre-Operative Care
  • Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
  • Sleep Apnea
  • Sleep Apnea Surgery
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy
  • Stomach Surgery
  • Thyroiditis
  • Vitamin D Deficiency

About Me

Care Philosophy

Our Focus is on the Whole Patient. Bariatric Surgery is a tool and we provide you with the instruction and support to make that tool work most efficiently for you. We are not a "mill" and prefer a smaller more intimate environment for our patients. We take our time and pride ourselves on our close realationships with our patients. We are here to help you on your weight loss journey.

Specialties

  • Bariatric Surgery
  • Bariatric Medicine
  • General Surgery

Board Certifications

  • General Surgery
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Education

Memorial Sloan Kettering
Residency Hospital
1998
Saint Barnabas Medical Center
Residency Hospital
1994
Saint Barnabas Medical Center
Internship Hospital
1993
UMDNJ-- New Jersey Medical School
Medical School
1988
Washington & Jefferson College
Undergraduate School
Oxford University
Undergraduate School
1998
1994
1993
1988

Languages

  • Hebrew
  • Italian
  • Portuguese
  • Spanish
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Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Dr. Nusbaum's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nusbaum

4.6

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1 Star
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It’s been 16 years.... and everyone I’ve had the pleasure to know along the way has been patient, kind, knowledgeable and extremely supportive in this journey of maintaining my health and weight. I cannot say enough about Dr. Nussbaum and his team. Thank you for all you do
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I've been a nurse for over 10 years, so I know who to ask when looking for a surgeon. I called up some OR nurses at both St. Barnabas and at Morristown and asked who they'd recommend for bariatric surgery. To my surprise, I received the same response from everyone I spoke with: Dr. Michael...Read More
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I had gastric sleeve surgery with Dr. Nusbaum A year ago. I am now down almost 200 pounds and reached my goal. I can't say enough about how professional and caring he is. He has an amazing staff and they are all there for you every step of the way. I highly recommend him
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Dr. Nusbaum and his team are the BEST! I was thinking about getting a band for a very long time. Once I had made up my mind to move forward, I began researching Bariatric surgeons in the NJ area. Everyone was recommending I visit Dr. Nusbaum (including my primary!) because he was " the best". I'm...Read More
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I am a Christian and I love God! I believe there is a purpose for every life but I was about to doubt mine. Until God directed me to this man. He is not God, but he is definetely a gift from him. Not only did this doctor take pride and love in his work. I never felt so safe and comfortable...Read More
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Accepts most major Health Plans. Please contact our office for details.
Aetna
Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
Amerihealth
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna
Commercial Insurance Company
Coventry Health Care
EmblemHealth
Emblem Health
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Health Insurance Plan of Greater New York (HIP)
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