General Surgeons in Westwood, NJ
At Pascack Valley Medical Center, we offer a wide range of surgical treatments to care for various illnesses, injuries, and conditions. Our board-certified general surgeons, dedicated doctors and nurses provide the highest quality surgical care using state-of-the-art technology and equipment. We offer patients in Westwood and Paramus, New Jersey minimally invasive surgical procedures for different types of surgeries, including bariatric, orthopedic, and plastic surgery. Whether you need general surgery or a more specialized procedure, we will ensure you receive exceptional care every step of the way.
Types of Surgery We Offer
Our staff are trained to perform a variety of surgical specialties. We are proud to offer our patients access to many types of procedures, including:
- Bariatric (weight loss) surgery
- Minimally invasive (robot-assisted) surgery
- Orthopedic surgery
- Plastic surgery, including reconstructive surgery
Should you require any of these types of surgery, we will ensure you stay informed and receive compassionate care throughout your journey towards better health.
Bariatric Surgery
When possible, our doctors use minimally invasive techniques to perform various weight loss surgeries. We offer a number of laparoscopic and robot-assisted procedures, including:
- Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
- Sleeve gastrectomy
- Single Anastomosis Duodenal-Ileal bypass with Sleeve (SADI-S)
By using robotic surgical methods, our surgeons are able to perform these operations with the highest possible levels of precision. This reduces your discomfort after surgery and shortens recovery time so that you can get back on your feet as soon as possible. Learn more about our bariatric surgery treatments by clicking here.
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Our doctors provide a number of minimally invasive options to treat bariatric and orthopedic conditions. We also use minimally invasive techniques for certain plastic surgery procedures. Minimally invasive surgery offers patients a plethora of benefits, including:
- Fewer complications, like site infections
- Faster recoveries
- Lower blood loss
- Minimal scarring
- Shorter hospital stays
To find a doctor who specializes in robot-assisted surgery, call 877-848-WELL (9355). You can also learn more about our robotic surgery treatments by clicking here.
Orthopedic Surgery
We believe pain shouldn’t keep you from your daily activities, which is why we provide a wide range of orthopedic procedures, designed to help you live a pain-free life. We offer:
- Cartilage repair
- Elbow care
- Hip replacement surgery
- Partial and total knee replacement surgery
- Shoulder replacement surgery
- Total joint revision
We also offer treatments for conditions of the foot and ankle, including Achilles tear, heel pain, stress fractures, sprains, and tears. Please call us to learn more about our orthopedic surgical treatments.
Plastic surgery
Our plastic surgeons are committed to helping you look and feel your best. Whether you need reconstructive surgery or a cosmetic procedure, we are prepared to offer you exceptional and reliable surgical care. We offer:
- Abdominoplasty
- Blepharoplasty
- Body contouring
- Breast augmentation or breast lifts
- Breast reconstruction
- Liposuction
- Otoplasty
- Rhinoplasty
- Rhytidectomy
Hernia Surgery
A hernia often feels like a pulled muscle, but it is actually an internal organ or body part pushing through the muscle or tissue that holds it in place. Most hernias occur in the groin area or abdominal cavity, the area between the chest and hips. The most common types of hernias include:
- Inguinal and femoral hernias: Fatty tissues or a part of the intestine pokes into the groin at the top of the inner thigh. Inguinal hernias are more common in men, while femoral hernias mainly affect older women.
- Umbilical hernia: Fatty tissue or part of the intestine pushes through the abdomen near the belly button.
- Hiatal (hiatus) hernia: Part of the stomach pushes up into the chest cavity through an opening in the diaphragm, the muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen.
Unfortunately, hernias do not improve over time. Instead, they can grow larger, become more painful, and cause serious complications. Surgery is the most common and successful way to repair a hernia, and most are minimally invasive outpatient procedures with short and easy recovery times.
We offer the following treatments:
- Open surgery: A cut is made and the protruding tissue is put back in place. The weakened muscle is then stitched back together.
- Laparoscopic surgery: Instead of a cut, tiny incisions are made to insert surgical tools to perform the procedure.
- Robotic hernia repair: This can be used for some smaller hernias, weak areas, or to reconstruct the abdominal wall.
If you think you have a hernia, don’t wait to seek help. We offer convenient online scheduling with our primary care providers and clinics that are close to home. Choose a location and provider that best fits your needs below and schedule an appointment online now.