Dr. Lora Melman, MD

Dr. Lora Melman, MD

Surgeon
30 Rehill Ave, 2nd Fl, Somerville, NJ
Dr. Melman is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at RWJ Medical school, and in addition to being one of the most experienced female bariatric surgeons in the Northeast, is the Director of the Hernia Program at Advanced Surgical & Bariatrics. Dr. Melman has been performing advanced minimally invasive surgeries in practice since 2014, including surgery for weight loss, acid reflux, and hernias of all types. She has achieved the designation of Surgeon of Excellence in Bariatric Surgery, as well as Surgeon of Excellence in Robotic Surgery, and Master Surgeon in Hernia Surgery from the Surgical Review Corporation.
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About Dr. Lora Melman

Dr. Melman is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at RWJ Medical school, and in addition to being one of the most experienced female bariatric surgeons in the Northeast, is the Director of the Hernia Program at Advanced Surgical & Bariatrics. Dr. Melman has been performing advanced minimally invasive surgeries in practice since 2014, including surgery for weight loss, acid reflux, and hernias of all types. She has achieved the designation of Surgeon of Excellence in Bariatric Surgery, as well as Surgeon of Excellence in Robotic Surgery, and Master Surgeon in Hernia Surgery from the Surgical Review Corporation.

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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.
Groin hernia surgery
Upper GI endoscopy
Groin hernia surgery
Upper GI endoscopy

Office locations

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Advanced Surgical and Bariatrics of NJ (1 of 7)
30 Rehill Ave, 2nd Fl, Somerville, NJ 08876
Advanced Surgical and Bariatrics of NJ (2 of 7)
1430 Hooper Ave, Ste #203, Toms River, NJ 08753
Advanced Surgical and Bariatrics of NJ (3 of 7)
81 Veronica Ave, Ste 205, Somerset, NJ 08873
Advanced Surgical and Bariatrics of NJ (4 of 7)
377 Jersey Ave, Ste #440, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Advanced Surgical and Bariatrics of NJ (5 of 7)
2 Lincon Hwy, Ste #100B, Edision, NJ 08820
Advanced Surgical and Bariatrics of NJ (6 of 7)
30 Rehill Ave, Somerville, NJ 08876
Advanced Surgical and Bariatrics of NJ (7 of 7)
1 Clara Maass Dr 2nd Fl, Belleville, NJ 07109
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Education and background

Practice names

  • Advanced Surgical and Bariatrics of NJ

Hospital affiliations

  • Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
  • Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton
  • Community Medical Center
  • Clara Maass Medical Center
  • Jersey City Medical Center

Board certifications

  • American Board of Surgery

Education and training

  • Medical School - Saint Louis University, Doctor of Medicine
  • St. Lukes Hospital of Kansas City, MIS Bariatrics Fellowship
  • Washington University School, Residency in Surgery
  • St. Lukes Hospital of Kansas City, MIS, Fellowship in Bariatrics

Professional memberships

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

Awards and publications

  • Master Surgeon in Hernia Surgery
  • Surgeon of Excellence in Robotic Surgery
  • Surgeon of Excellence in Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1689792525

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Dr. Lora Melman is affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton, and Community Medical Center.

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Where is Dr. Lora Melman's office located?

Dr. Lora Melman has 8 office locations, including in Somerset, Edision, Toms River, Jersey City, Somerville, and Belleville, view full addresses on Dr. Melman's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Lora Melman have?

Dr. Lora Melman is certified by American Board of Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Lora Melman?

Dr. Lora Melman frequently sees patients for Abdominal Pain, Acid Reflux / Heartburn, Hemorrhoids, Surgery Consultation, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Lora Melman on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Lora Melman speak?

Dr. Lora Melman speaks English and Spanish.

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