Dr. Keith King, MD, Jersey City, NJ | Surgeon

About Dr. Keith King

Keith J. King, MD, FACS, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained, and da Vinci certified bariatric and advanced robotic surgeon dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care. Recognized as a NJ Top Doctor, Dr. King specializes in complex abdominal surgery, broad-spectrum general surgery, and comprehensive weight loss procedures, utilizing state-of-the-art robotic and minimally invasive techniques to optimize outcomes and speed recovery. Clinical Expertise General & Laparoscopic Surgery: Comprehensive general surgical care, including gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy), appendectomy, small and large bowel resections, stomach surgery, skin/soft tissue lesion excisions, and emergency surgery. Robotic & Complex Hernia Surgery: Ventral, inguinal, umbilical, incisional, and sports hernia repairs, as well as complex abdominal wall reconstruction. Foregut & Anti-Reflux Surgery: Advanced treatment for severe GERD, including anti-reflux surgery (fundoplication), hiatal hernia repair, and paraesophageal hernia repair. Bariatric & Revisional Surgery: Primary weight loss procedures including gastric sleeve, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, and duodenal switch, alongside complex bariatric revisions, conversions, and bariatric endoscopy. Leadership & Background An accomplished researcher, Dr. King has authored peer-reviewed publications and presented nationally and internationally on robotic surgery, revisional bariatrics, endobariatrics, and GERD. He serves on national committees for the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) and the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. King earned his MD from the University of Maryland School of Medicine, completed general surgery residency at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, and completed fellowship training in bariatric and minimally invasive surgery at St. Luke’s University Health Network. Outside of practice, he enjoys spending time with his family, hiking, cycling, and playing the piano.

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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.

Bariatric surgery

Other popular visit reasons

Abdominal Pain

Breast Problems

Colonoscopy

Gallstones

Hemorrhoids

Leg Pain While Walking / Peripheral Vascular Disease

Surgery Consultation

Weight Loss Consultation

Abdominal Pain

Breast Problems

Colonoscopy

Gallstones

Office locations

Advanced Surgical and Bariatrics of NJ (1 of 8)

30 Rehill Ave, Somerville, NJ 08876

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Advanced Surgical and Bariatrics of NJ (2 of 8)

1430 Hooper Ave, Ste #203, Toms River, NJ 08753

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Advanced Surgical and Bariatrics of NJ (3 of 8)

495 Iron Bridge Rd, Ste #10, Freehold Township, NJ 07728

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Advanced Surgical and Bariatrics of NJ (4 of 8)

1 Clara Maass Dr 2nd Fl, Belleville, NJ 07109

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Advanced Surgical and Bariatrics of NJ (5 of 8)

81 Veronica Ave, Ste 205, Somerset, NJ 08873

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Advanced Surgical and Bariatrics of NJ (6 of 8)

2 Lincon Hwy, Ste #100B, Edision, NJ 08820

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Advanced Surgical and Bariatrics of NJ (7 of 8)

479 CR-520, Ste #203A, Marlboro Township, NJ 07746

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Advanced Surgical and Bariatrics of NJ (8 of 8)

377 Jersey Ave, Ste #440, Jersey City, NJ 07302

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Education and background

Practice names

Advanced Surgical and Bariatrics of NJ

Board certifications

American Board of Surgery

Education and training

Medical School - University of Maryland School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
St. Luke’s University Health Network, Fellowship in Bariatric and Minimally Invasive Surgery
Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Residency in General Surgery

Professional memberships

Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
American College of Surgeons

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1275932766

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What practice does Dr. Keith King work with?

Dr. Keith King works with Advanced Surgical and Bariatrics of NJ.

Where is Dr. Keith King's office located?

Dr. Keith King has 8 office locations, including in Jersey City, Toms River, Freehold Township, Belleville, Somerset, Edision, Marlboro Township, and Somerville, view full addresses on Dr. King's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Keith King have?

Dr. Keith King is certified by American Board of Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Keith King?

Dr. Keith King frequently sees patients for Abdominal Pain, Colonoscopy, Hemorrhoids, Surgery Consultation, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Keith King on their profile.