Dr. Aziz Merchant, MD, Edison, NJ

About Dr. Aziz Merchant

Aziz Merchant, M.D. FACS, is a board certified surgeon who specializes in Bariatric and General surgery. With a specialized focus on weight loss surgical procedures as well as minimally invasive and robotic surgery, Dr. Merchant is committed to providing the best care for his patients. Dr. Merchant covers a wide range of inpatient and outpatient procedures and works closely with each patient to develop a customized surgical plan. He has been practicing for many years and has been very involved in the development of robotic surgery. Prior to joining HMH, Dr. Merchant has served many roles at the Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (NJMS)/University Hospital network. Dr. Merchant’s roles included the Division Chief of General Surgery and MIS and Director of the Surgical Simulation Education program at Rutgers NJMS. Dr. Merchant helped expand the Minimally Invasive and Robotic General Surgery program at University Hospital Newark. Dr. Merchant has conducted extensive research in minimally invasive, foregut, and acute care surgery as well as surgical health disparities.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Gallbladder removal

Other popular visit reasons

Abdominal Pain

Hernia

Lap-Band / Gastric Banding Consultation

Lap-Band / Gastric Banding Follow Up

Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation

Ozempic / Wegovy (Semaglutide) Consultation

Surgery Consultation

Weight Loss Consultation

Abdominal Pain

Hernia

Lap-Band / Gastric Banding Consultation

Lap-Band / Gastric Banding Follow Up

Office location

Aziz Merchant, MD FACS

102 James St, Ste 301, Edison, NJ 08820

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Education and background

Practice names

Aziz Merchant, MD FACS

Board certifications

American Board of Surgery

Education and training

Medical School - Thomas Jefferson University, Doctor of Medicine
Georgetown University, Residency in General Surgery
Emory University Hospital, Fellowship in Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery

Professional memberships

Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
American College of Surgeons

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1053595637

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What practice does Dr. Aziz Merchant work with?

Dr. Aziz Merchant works with Aziz Merchant, MD FACS.

Where is Dr. Aziz Merchant's office located?

Dr. Aziz Merchant's office is located at 102 James St, Edison, NJ 08820.

Which board certifications does Dr. Aziz Merchant have?

Dr. Aziz Merchant is certified by American Board of Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Aziz Merchant?

Dr. Aziz Merchant frequently sees patients for Abdominal Pain, Hernia, Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation, Surgery Consultation, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Aziz Merchant on their profile.