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Dr. Surya Irakam, MD

Gastroenterology*
4.4 (19)
Map Pin Small Bridgewater, NJ
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Surya Irakam, MD

Dr. Surya Irakam, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Bridgewater, NJ. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 34 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from Sri Venkateswara Medical College|University of Health Sciences / Sri Venkatesvara Medical College. Dr. Irakam, completed a residency at Interfaith Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Irakam an average 4.4 star rating.

Dr. Irakam works at Gastromed Healthcare, P.A. in Bridgewater, NJ with other offices in Hillsborough, NJ. They frequently treat conditions like Gastric Ulcer along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept 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.

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Dr. Irakam's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Gastromed Healthcare
    25 MONROE ST, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (908) 231-1999
    Monday
    08:30 - 18:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 19:30
    Thursday
    08:30 - 19:30
    Friday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2
    Gastromed Healthcare PA
    203 Towne Centre Dr, Hillsborough, NJ 08844 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (908) 359-1639
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 18:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 12:00

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Anemia
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Barrett's Esophagus
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Duodenitis
Dysentery
Esophagitis
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Hemorrhoids
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Reflux Esophagitis
Tobacco Use Disorder
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Duodenal Polypectomy
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Acute Gastritis
Adult Failure to Thrive
Anal or Rectal Pain
Ascites
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Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bile Duct Obstruction
Cachexia
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Celiac Disease
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Cirrhosis
Cluster Headache
Colitis
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Colon Cancer
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Crohn's Disease
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Diarrhea
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Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Duodenal Ulcer
Dysphagia
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Dilation
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Gallstones
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Heartburn
Hepatitis
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Indigestion
Joint Pain
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Malnutrition
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Pancreatitis
Stomal Ulcer
Ulcer
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Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin_Deficiency
Vomiting Disorders
Biliary Drainage
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Immunization Administration
Impedance Testing
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing
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    4.4
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    About Dr. Surya Irakam, MD

    Specialties*
    • Gastroenterology

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    Years of Experience
    • 34 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu
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    NPI Number
    • 1114971397
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Beth Israel Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Interfaith Medical Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • Interfaith Medical Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Sri Venkateswara Medical College|University of Health Sciences / Sri Venkatesvara Medical College
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine
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    Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

    19 patients have reviewed Dr. Irakam. The overall rating for this provider is 4.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Irakam.

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