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Dr. Geoffrey Pelz, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 48
Dr. Geoffrey Pelz, MD
4.9 (33 Ratings)
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Dr. Geoffrey Pelz, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Hackensack, NJ.
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Dr. Geoffrey Pelz, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 48
Hackensack, NJ
Accepting new patients
Dr. Geoffrey Pelz, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Hackensack, NJ.

About

Dr. Pelz graduated from SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER and completed a residency at Allegheny General Hospital. Dr. Geoffrey Pelz, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Hackensack, NJ. Dr. Pelz currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center. At present, Dr. Pelz received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 33 times. Dr. Pelz's office accepts new patients. Dr. Pelz is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Lung Cancer
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Lung Cancer
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Lung Cancer
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Pericardial Disease
Pleural Effusion
Thyroid Cancer
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Partial Lobectomy
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Abdominal Pain
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Valve Disease
Ascites
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Atrial Fibrillation
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cardiac Tamponade
Carotid Artery Disease
Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Empyema
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Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Esophageal Varices
Gallstones
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Hypertensive Heart without Failure
Ileus
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Inguinal Hernia
Interstitial Lung Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Prolapse
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
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Mediastinal Tumors
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Nonrheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Osteosarcoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid Cancer
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Partial Lung Collapse
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pneumonitis
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Insufficiency
Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Hypertension
Spontaneous Pneumothorax
Systolic Heart Failure
Thymomas
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Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Atherectomy
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Diaphragmatic Paraesophagel Hernia Robotic Assist
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopic Biopsy Bronchus Robotic Assist
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Esophagostomy
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Tracheal Tumor or Stenosis
Heart Defect Repair
Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Lobectomy
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Lung Removal
Lung Surgery
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Maze Procedure
Mediastinoscopy
Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy (MIE)
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Removal
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Open Segmentectomy
Open Thymectomy
Pancoast Tumor Excision
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
Partial Lobectomy with Robotic Assist
Port Placements or Replacements
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Segmentectomy
Sympathectomy
Thoracoscopic Excision of Lung With Robotic Assistance
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Thoracoscopic Pneumonectomy
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Thymectomy
Thyroidectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Ultrasound

Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice Care PPO
    Choice Care Network PPO
    Choice POS
  • Flex Connecticut EPO
  • MagnaCare PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • MVP Health Plan EPO
  • HIP Prime HMO
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    Regional Preferred POS Plus
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    Open Access Plus
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  • BluePPO HSA PPO
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  • Direct Access PPO
    OMNIA HMO
    Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
    OMNIA - Tier1 EPO
    Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield POS
    Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
    Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
    High Performance Network - Tiered HPN
  • Choice Plus POS II
    Savings Plus of Metro, NY
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Select
    AWH NJ Choice MultiTier - Standard Savings POS II
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    AWH NJ Choice MultiTier POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    APCN Open Access Aetna Select
    Open Choice PPO
    Signature Administrators PPO
    Aetna HMO
  • Nexus Open Access
    Choice Plus POS
    Options PPO
    Navigate POS
    Navigate HMO
  • Oscar Circle EPO
  • Empire Hospital

Locations

  1. 1 Hackensack Meridian Health Hackensack University Medical Center
    30 Prospect Ave, Hackensack, NJ 07601
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (551) 996-4218
  2. 2 St. Joseph's University Medical Center
    703 Main St, Paterson, NJ 07503
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (551) 996-5960
  3. 3 Office
    20 Prospect Ave Ste 701, Hackensack, NJ 07601
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (551) 996-5960

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pelz
4.9
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Patient Reviews
Dec 20, 2023
Dr. pelz treated my mom with a nodule for Lung Cancer. He was very helpful through the process. Also his team as well. Josephine from his office was very patient with us when ever we needed guidance.
Molly — Dec 20, 2023
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Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
General Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery and Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Allegheny General Hospital
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Allegheny General Hospital
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Allegheny General Hospital
    2011
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Geoffrey Pelz, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Pelz's profile.

Dr. Geoffrey Pelz, MD is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Geoffrey Pelz, MD holds board certification in General Surgery and Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Hackensack University Medical Center

    30 Prospect Ave, Hackensack, NJ