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Dr. Theodore Lygas, MD

Breast Surgical Oncology
4.3 (44)
Map Pin Small Brick, NJ
Accepting new patients

Overview of Dr. Theodore Lygas, MD

Dr. Theodore Lygas, MD is a Breast Surgical Oncology Specialist in Brick, NJ. They graduated from Rutgers Med Sch and is affiliated with Community Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Health Southern Ocean Medical Center and Ocean University Medical Center.

Dr. Lygas works at Theodore Lygas, MD & John Pellegrino, MD - Breast Surgery & Breast Oncology in Brick, NJ. They frequently treat conditions like Breast Cancer 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.

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Dr. Lygas' Office Locations

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    Theodore Lygas, MD & John Pellegrino, MD - Breast Surgery & Breast Oncology
    459 Jack Martin Blvd Ste 5A, Brick, NJ 08724 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (732) 458-4600

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  • Community Medical Center
  • Hackensack Meridian Health Southern Ocean Medical Center
  • Ocean University Medical Center

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    4.3
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    Jul 27, 2020
    Yes I would recommend. Best doctor I have ever been to!
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    About Dr. Theodore Lygas, MD

    Specialties
    • Breast Surgical Oncology
    Specialties
    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1528117207
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    Education & Certifications

    Internship
    • Hahnemann Univ Hosps
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Rutgers Med Sch
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Duquesne University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

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

    Dr. Lygas has an average wait time of 31 – 45 minutes at their office(s).

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

    Dr. Lygas works at Theodore Lygas, MD & John Pellegrino, MD - Breast Surgery & Breast Oncology in Brick, NJ. View the full address on Dr. Lygas’s profile.

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

    44 patients have reviewed Dr. Lygas. The overall rating for this provider is 4.3. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Lygas.

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