Dr. Shomaf Nakhjo

Dr. Nakhjo is a fellowship-trained surgeon specializing in advanced minimally invasive surgery. Early in his career, he performed a wide variety of laparoscopic procedures, honing his skills in minimally invasive techniques.

After several years in private practice, Dr. Nakhjo recognized a growing patient concern regarding the use of plastic mesh in inguinal hernia repair. After several thousand laparoscopic inguinal hernia repairs with mesh, Dr. Nakhjo also understood the potential risks and limitations of traditional mesh-based repairs. This led him to offer a mesh-free alternative, in particular the Shouldice Inguinal Hernia Repair which aligned well with patients seeking an alternative to plastic mesh repair.

Over the past five years, he has focused on performing the Shouldice Inguinal Hernia Repair, a proven, mesh-free method for inguinal hernia repair. This approach allows patients to benefit from equally effective, minimally invasive surgery while avoiding the complications that can arise with plastic mesh repair.

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Specialty

Mesh Free Inguinal Hernia Surgery - The Shouldice Repair
Advanced Minimally invasive Hernia Surgery
Pilonidal Surgery - The Cleft Lift Procedure

Medical Education

New York College of Osteopathic Medicine - DOCTOR OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
Flushing Hospital Medical Center - RESIDENCY
Hackensack University Medical Center (Advanced Laparoscopic/Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery) - FELLOWSHIP

Undergraduate Education

BA in Biology, Rutgers University - New Brunswick, NJ
Graduate Summa cum laude
Received Bessie Dolgan Award for Commitment to the Medical Profession
President Pre-Med Club

Research/Volunteer Experience

Surgical Mission Trip to Sumbawanga, Tanzania with Healthcare Volunteer (2008)
Laparoscopic Gastric Band Placement for Failed Weight Loss after Gastric Bypass- first author, poster presented at ASMBS Annual Meeting (2011)
Staged Repair of Gastric Band Slippage – coauthor, presented at SAGES Annual Meeting (2011)

Professional Affiliations

American Medical Association, American College of Surgeons
American Osteopathic Association, American College of Osteopathic Surgeons
Member Pilonidal Support Alliance
Society of Laparoscopic Surgery

Licenses/Board Certifications

Board Certified in General Surgery by the American College of Osteopathic Surgery
Current New Jersey State Medical License

Volunteer Experience

Surgical Mission Trip to Sumbawanga, Tanzania with Healthcare Volunteer (2008)
Newton Surgical Free Clinic
Circassian Benevolent Association Surgical Outreach

Hospital Affiliations

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center/Robert Wood Johnson
94 Old Short Hills Rd, Livingston, NJ 07039
Newton Medical Center/Atlantic Health Systems
175 High St, Newton, NJ 07860
Surgical Center at Millburn
37 E Willow St, Millburn, NJ 07041
Saint Clare’s Denville Hospital
25 Pocono Rd, Denville, NJ 07834

Compassionate Care Through Technology

At the foundation of our practice is our relationship with our patients. We take the time to get to know everyone who walks through our doors on a personal level to provide the highest quality care in every aspect of your treatment.

With a clear understanding of who you are as an individual, Dr. Nakhjo applies the most advanced techniques in minimally invasive surgery to resolve your concerns without the pain and downtime of traditional open surgery. Dr. Nakhjo offers unsurpassed specialty in New Jersey, offering solutions that are not available with other providers. Begin your journey with us to experience the difference that compassionate care and advanced technology can make in your life.

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