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Dr. Joel Nizin, MD

General Surgery*
4.6 (36)
Map Pin Small Paramus, NJ
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Joel Nizin, MD

Dr. Joel Nizin, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Paramus, NJ. They specialize in General Surgery, has 46 years of experience, and is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery. They graduated from Howard University College of Medicine and is affiliated with The Valley Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Nizin an average 4.6 star rating.

Dr. Nizin works at Valley Medical Group - Digestive Health in Paramus, NJ. They frequently treat conditions like Constipation and Colorectal Cancer along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield and CareFirst 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.

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Dr. Nizin's Office Locations

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    Valley Medical Group - Digestive Health
    140 E Ridgewood Ave Ste 525S, Paramus, NJ 07652 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (201) 614-6130

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  • The Valley Hospital

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Constipation
Colorectal Cancer
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Constipation
Colorectal Cancer
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)

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Constipation
Colorectal Cancer
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Hemorrhoids
Intestinal Obstruction
Anoscopy
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Colectomy
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Abdominal Pain
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Carcinoma in Situ
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Colon Cancer
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Varices
Fecal Incontinence
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gynecologic Cancer
Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Meckel's Diverticulum
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Rectal Prolapse
Rectovaginal Fistula
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Bladder Surgery
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colon Surgery
Colostomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Anal Tags
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Hemorrhoid Removal
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Renal Transplant
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Sphincterotomy
Thoracentesis
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Wound Repair
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    About Dr. Joel Nizin, MD

    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 46 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1972599025
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of Minnesota Hospital & Clinic
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • Saint Luke's Roosevelt Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Howard University College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Amherst College
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Colon & Rectal Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Joel Nizin, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Nizin is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Nizin accepts Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield and CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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

    Dr. Nizin works at Valley Medical Group - Digestive Health in Paramus, NJ. View the full address on Dr. Nizin’s profile.

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

    36 patients have reviewed Dr. Nizin. The overall rating for this provider is 4.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Nizin.

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