Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeons of Morris Announces Partnership with Aram E. Jawed, MD, FACS, FASMBS

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeons of Morris, LLC announces partnership with Aram E. Jawed, MD, FACS, FASMBS, acknowledging his significant, ongoing contributions to the practice.

“I am very excited to start our new strategic partnership as the practice continues to grow and serve our community.” said Alexander Abkin, MD, FACS, FASMBS, founder of the practice.

Joining the practice in 2016, Dr. Jawed specializes in minimally invasive laparoscopic bariatric surgery and advanced cosmetic skin tightening procedures.

“It’s been an honor to play an integral part in growing this practice.” said Dr. Jawed. “I look forward to continuing the rewarding work we do for our patients.”

Dr. Jawed is licensed to practice medicine and surgery in the state of New Jersey. He is Board Certified and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (FASMBS). He is a member of the American Medical Association (AMA), American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES). He has been voted NJ Top Docs since 2020. He is also certified by da Vinci® Surgical as a robotic surgeon.

About Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeons of Morris, LLC

Founded by Dr. Abkin in 2001, the practice is recognized as a Center of Excellence by the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. The surgeons work at JFK Medical Center (Edison), Saint Clare’s Hospital (Dover) and Morristown Medical Center (Morristown), all designated as a Center of Excellence (COE) for metabolic and bariatric surgery.

FOX Sports NJ Radio interview with Dr. Aram Jawed

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Joel Katz talks to Dr. Aram Jawed Bariatric, Robotic and General Surgeon at JFK University Medical Center in Edison about bariatric surgery, and obesity particularly in men.
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Joel Katz talks to Dr. Alexander Abkin about Bariatrics at Hackensack University JFK Medical Center

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Joel Katz talks to Dr. Alexander Abkin about Bariatrics at Hackensack University JFK Medical Center. Click the link below to listen. Read more

Bariatric Surgery Tied to Decreased Stroke Risk Out to 5 Years

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Individuals with obesity who opted for bariatric surgery to reduce their weight appeared to get an added benefit of a markedly reduced risk of stroke, a difference that can be measured as early as a year after undergoing the procedure, researchers reported.
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JFK Spotlight: Podcast Interview with Dr. Alexander Abkin

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JFK Spotlight: Podcast Interview with Dr. Alexander Abkin

Study: Insufficient Vitamin D Increases Risk of Severe COVID-19

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From the desk of Dr. Alexander Abkin, President, Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeons of Morris, LLC.

I recently read the article, correlating low levels of Vitamin D with increased risk of severe COVID-19.

It reaffirmed to me what we at out bariatric practice, have known for decades, – the importance of good aftercare for our patients!

I cannot emphasize enough that everyone in NJ is, pretty much, Vitamin D deficient, and therefore, at increased risk of COVID-19. In addition, Morbid Obesity, Diabetes, High Blood Pressure are very common in our patient population and, in my opinion, “sitting on the sidelines” is not an option for our patients.

So, PLEASE, read the article, call our office today at 973-410-9700 or visit us online at www.alsnj.com. We offer virtual and in-person visits, so we can keep you SAFE and healthy and lessen your risks in the future.

Alexander Abkin, MD, FACS, FASMBS.

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ASMBS Calls for Resumption of Bariatric Procedures

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Recently, ASMBS, which I am a Fellow of, called for resumption of Bariatric Procedures. Read more

COVID19: Staying Healthy At Home

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Before & After Sleeve Gastrectomy: Down 153 Pounds!

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Why I decided to have WLS Surgery: Before & After VSG with Khaleesi Sleeved

Simple… to save my life! My name is Jaclyn, and I am a 37-year-old single mother who has been obese since I was about 10 years old. No matter what I did, however many fad diets I was put on, the weight just kept piling on. At my heaviest, I weighed in at 360 lbs. I didn’t realize I weighed that much as I never stepped on the scale. I was 311 lbs when I got pregnant with my son 10 years ago, and I gained weight after he was born. I did Weight Watchers, Atkins, South Beach, BeachBody, you name it I had it; even Richard Simmons videos… I was sweatin to the oldies and still gaining weight.

I was always a confident woman. I carried my weight well and that is perhaps the reason my weight ballooned as it did because I was able to dress myself and look presentable. I was always the “fat” friend in the group, never been a bridesmaid, always the funny outgoing one in the bunch. My mother underwent gastric bypass surgery when I was 16 and at that time it was still fairly new and scary. She became very ill and I swore I would never do surgery, that I can get the weight off on my own.

Well about two years ago, I took my son to a birthday party with go-karts and I couldn’t fit in the cart. I had to be helped out of it as I was stuck. I embarrassed my son in front of his friends and parents. I was mortified and he didn’t even realize it. He just said its “ok mom, I don’t wanna go anyway.” The very next day I set up an appointment with my PCP, and they directed me to JFK for Life in Edison NJ.

My Surgery and Post-Op Life

I met with a nutritionist, behavioral therapist and the INCREDIBLE surgeon Dr. Aram Jawed. He stated that I had not a single pre-existing medical condition other than obesity and that I was a perfect candidate for VSG ( verticle sleeve gastrectomy ) surgery. He also said that it was very brave of me to decide to change my life BEFORE a medical issue should arise, that I was young and my son needed me. My son even said he had some “questions” for the doctor and he actually sat down with my 8-year-old and answered all his questions and eased his mind.

Then 6 months after that, I joined the loser’s bench. I went into surgery at 340 lbs 9/18/18 and today I am at 187 lbs and still losing. The energy and life I have now is something I can never find the words to thank Dr. Jawed for.

He saved my life, gave me more time with my son and allowed me to be a better version of myself. I am currently 16 months post-op and I’ve lost 154 lbs. I still follow my bariatric meal guidelines and I workout 3-4 days a week to continue a healthy lifestyle.

My son who has seen this journey is also so much more health-conscious and that is a huge reward. I have the opportunity to give my child something I never had; the gift of knowledge, nutrition and healthy, WHOA!
Special Milestones & Non-Scale Victories

My first NSV is that I would need to say is being able to run with my son and not be winded… we were playing with exercise dice and we raced and I didn’t need to stop or catch my breath. I was able to keep up with him, his smile when I actually beat him was priceless.

A special milestone I reached along the way was being able to sit in a stadium seat and watch a football game with my son. We have suite tickets to a football stadium so we sit in comfy couches never the standard stadium seats… to be able to share a stadium seat experience is a moment I won’t soon forget!

I want to thank Dr. Jawed again as if it wasn’t for him and his ability to perform this surgery who knows where I would be.