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Dr. Emeka Acholonu, MD

Bariatric Surgery
5.0 (133)
Map Pin Small Voorhees, NJ
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Emeka Acholonu, MD

Dr. Emeka Acholonu, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Voorhees, NJ. They graduated from U Nigeria Fac Med-Enugu|U Nigeria Fac Med-Enugu|University of Nigeria|University of Nigeria / College of Medicine|University of Nigeria|University of Nigeria / College of Medicine and is affiliated with Virtua Marlton Hospital, Virtua Mount Holly Hospital, Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital and Virtua Vorhees Hospital.

Dr. Acholonu works at Virtua Surgical Group, Voorhees, NJ in Voorhees, NJ. They frequently treat conditions like Gallstones along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Acholonu's Office Locations

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    Virtua Surgical Group, Voorhees, NJ
    200 Bowman Dr Ste 355, Voorhees, NJ 08043 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (856) 247-7210

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    Insurance Accepted

    • Aetna
    • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
    • Amerihealth
    • Anthem
    • AvMed
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Buckeye Community Health Plan
    • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Cigna
    • Commercial Insurance Company
    • CoreSource
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    • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
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    • Midwest Health Plan
    • MultiPlan
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    • Oxford Health Plans
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    • UnitedHealthCare

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    Feb 26, 2023
    I had sleep apnea, high blood pressure and was borderline diabetic. I had struggled with weight loss for a number of years and my primary recommend bariatric surgery. Two people that I know recommended Dr. Acholonu and they both had amazing results with their procedures. My max weight was 290lbs, my surgery weight was 265lbs and my current weight today (3 weeks post op) is 225 lbs. Dr. Acholonu listens to your questions and concerns and really allows you to be an active participant in planning the future you. Dr. Acholonu and his staff are very patient and helpful. In fact, we have recommended Dr Acholonu to our adult son and 3 other people that we know. I highly recommend Dr. Acholonu and my advice would be TRUST the process and Work the plan!!!
    I was leery of surgery. — Feb 26, 2023
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    About Dr. Emeka Acholonu, MD

    Specialties
    • Bariatric Surgery
    Specialties
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    Languages Spoken
    Gender
    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1598944076
    NPI Number
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Cleveland Clinic Florida
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • howard university hospital
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • U Nigeria Fac Med-Enugu|U Nigeria Fac Med-Enugu|University of Nigeria|University of Nigeria / College of Medicine|University of Nigeria|University of Nigeria / College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Virtua Marlton Hospital
    • Virtua Mount Holly Hospital
    • Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital
    • Virtua Vorhees Hospital

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Emeka Acholonu, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Acholonu is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Acholonu has an average wait time of 10 – 15 minutes at their office(s).

    Dr. Acholonu has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Acholonu works at Virtua Surgical Group, Voorhees, NJ in Voorhees, NJ. View the full address on Dr. Acholonu’s profile.

    Dr. Acholonu has seen patients for Gallstones, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Acholonu on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    133 patients have reviewed Dr. Acholonu. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Acholonu.

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