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ABOUT US
Dr. Shomaf Nakhjo is a leading provider of advanced minimally invasive general surgery who has been serving Northern New Jersey for the past 15 years. Our practice provides the highest level of care using the most advanced tools and techniques available.
Our practice takes great pride in treating our patients like they are family. We consider ourselves a boutique practice in that we make time and give our patients personalized attention. We are always available and accommodating to meet the needs of our patients. Three key areas we specialize in, include:
Advanced Laparoscopic/Minimally Invasive General Surgery
Dr. Nakhjo is fellowship trained in minimally invasive/laparoscopic general surgery. Procedures he performs include: appendectomy, colon surgery, gallbladder, hernia, lipomas, among many others. Our procedures are focused on giving patients the best surgical outcome with the shortest recovery times.
Hernia Repair
Dr. Nakhjo has performed all types of hernia repair including: femoral, hiatel, incisional, inguinal and umbilical. Depending on the type of hernia you have, Dr. Nakhjo will review your treatment options. For those with inguinal hernias, we offer meshless (no mesh) procedures using the Shouldice Technique.
Pilonidal Cyst Disease
Pilonidal Cyst Disease is often times a challenging condition and one with very few available specialists that can successfully treat the disease. Dr. Nakhjo is one of a very few surgeons across the country who perform what is called the Cleft-Lift (Bascom) procedure. This procedure is the only proven treatment that has the highest success rate to effectively treat Pilonidal Disease. For mild disease, more conservative treatment options are available.
WHY LAPAROSCOPY
What Is Laparoscopy?
Laparoscopic surgery or laparoscopy is a surgical approach with smaller incisions designed to minimize trauma, resulting in less pain and discomfort, quicker recovery and much less chance of having short- and long-term complications.
Traditional, open surgery involves a larger incision through which the doctor performs a specific procedure. This approach typically results in noticeable scarring, longer recovery and hospital stays, and increased susceptibility to infection and bleeding. Long-term complications of large open incisions often include hernia and small bowel obstruction -- both of which may require additional surgery in the future.
With laparoscopy, smaller incisions (less than the diameter of a dime) are made so that small instruments can be used by a surgeon to perform precise and accurate surgery. Dr. Nakhjo’s specialized training and experience, allows him to offer alternatives to traditional, open surgery for improved recovery and reduced scarring.
Why Laparoscopy?
There are many advantages, including:
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Smaller incisions, which reduces pain and shortens recovery time with less postoperative scarring and improved cosmetic results
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Less pain, less pain medication needed
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Shorter hospital stay and recovery -- often with a same day discharge from the hospital which means a quicker return to everyday living
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Reduced short- and long-term complications including decreased risk of infections, small bowel obstruction and hernia
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Reduced hemorrhaging, reducing the chance of needing a blood transfusion
OUR SERVICES
Dr. Nakhjo provides a wide range of abdominal and cancer-related surgeries, including:
Advanced Laparoscopic/
Minimally Invasive General Surgery
Call us today for an appointment
973.383.2222
DR. NAKHJO
Dr. Nakhjo specializes in laparoscopic surgery and has performed more than 4,000 procedures over the course of his career. He is currently the Chairman of General Surgery at Newton Medical Center.
Specialty
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General Surgery
Medical Education:
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New York College of Osteopathic Medicine - DOCTOR OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
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Flushing Hospital Medical Center - RESIDENCY
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Hackensack University Medical Center (Advanced Laparoscopic/Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery) - FELLOWSHIP
Undergraduate Education:
BA in Biology, Rutgers University - New Brunswick, NJ
Research/Volunteer Experience:
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Surgical Mission Trip to Sumbawanga, Tanzania with Healthcare Volunteer (2008)
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Laparoscopic Gastric Band Placement for Failed Weight Loss after Gastric Bypass- first author, poster presented at ASMBS Annual Meeting (2011)
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Staged Repair of Gastric Band Slippage – coauthor, presented at SAGES Annual Meeting (2011)
Professional Affiliations:
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American Medical Association, American College of Surgeons
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American Osteopathic Association, American College of Osteopathic Surgeons
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Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
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Society of Laparoscopic Surgery
Licenses/Board Certifications:
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Board Certified in General Surgery by the American College of Osteopathic Surgery
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Current New Jersey State Medical License
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Realize Band and Lap Band Certified
17
Years of
Experience
4,000+
Procedures
Performed to Date
2
Affliated
Hospitals
PATIENT FEEDBACK
"Great experience for my mother and I. My mother had a colon surgery. He was really down to earth and was very patient with describing everything to us. I ended up needing to have my gallbladder removed and naturally I went to Dr Nakhjo. I had laparoscopic surgery and everything went great. Super Doctor!"
Donald B. - Sparta, NJ
"Dr.Nakhjo was great at everything from talking and explaining my procedure to visiting with me every day after my surgery. I suffered from diverticulitis, Dr. Nakhjo performed "laparoscopic sigmoid colectomy" and did an amazing job!!! I spent only 2 days in the hospital with little discomfort. Its been a little more than 2 weeks and I'm doing great!!"
Robert L. - Newton, NJ
"Dr. Nakhjo took his time and explained every step of the surgical procedure I was going to have done, the cause and need for this surgery, how he was going to perform the surgery, any possibly risks or complications and my time needed for recovery. I left Dr. Nakhjo's office after this consultation still nervous but very confident that I was in good hands. Dr. Nakhjo's office staff was also very pleasant and helpful with the scheduling of my surgery and with filling out any paperwork needed for the hospital, insurance and benefits.
After my surgery, I was in the hospital for approxiametely six days. Dr. Nakhjo came to my room almost daily to check on my condition and just to see how I was doing."
Danny R. - Vernon, NJ
CONTACT US
Call us today for an appointment
973.383.2222
Offices
183 High Street, Suite 1100
Newton, NJ 07860
16 Pocono Road, Suite 208
Denville NJ 07834
Tel: 973-383-2222 \\ Fax: 973-383-3344
Doctor Hours
Tuesdays 9:00AM – 4:00PM
Wednesdays 9:00AM – 4:00PM
Office Hours
Monday-Friday 9:00AM-3PM
New Patients
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