Patients Skip Colon Cancer Screenings Because of Obesity Stigma
People who are overweight or obese may skip life-saving cancer screenings because they fear their doctor’s judgment.
West Orange’s Best GI Doctors
Our gastroenterologists and staff at Northfield Surgical Center are dedicated to providing quality, affordable care to the community in our quest to lower colon cancer rates and treat an array of digestive diseases, including Crohn’s Disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
We believe in compassionate medicine, where patients feel reassured and unrushed. We hold ourselves to the highest of standards, as the center is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC).
Our board-certified GI doctors specialize in performing a myriad of GI procedures, including colonoscopy, esophageal dilation, flexible sigmoidoscopy, upper endoscopy and small bowel enteroscopy.
If you are due for a colonoscopy or in need of a GI procedure, don’t put it off any longer. Give us a call today!
For Your Visit
Northfield Surgical Center is committed to ensuring that your experience with us is relaxed and worry-free, from consultation through recovery. To assist us, we ask that you read and comply with all guidelines.
We’re pleased to partner with StopColonCancerNow.com to help boost colon cancer screenings and prevention for residents in the greater Essex County area.
Patient Forms
At Northfield Surgical Center, your time is as valuable to us as it is to you. That’s why we provide online access to a variety of forms you may complete before your visit. The following documents will help us expedite the check-in process for your appointment. Please take a moment to download and print the appropriate form(s).
Insurance and Billing
Northfield Surgical Center accepts most major insurance. We will bill your insurance carrier; however, we cannot tell you what your policy will cover. Since your insurance policy and coverage are between you and your carrier, we urge you to contact them prior to your procedure. You will be responsible for any co-pays and deductibles.
Meet Our Physicians
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Warren J. Bleiweiss
M.D.
Robert S. Eagle
M.D.
Vitaly A. Fishbein
F.A.C.G., M.D.
Steven C. Fiske
F.A.C.G., F.A.C.P., M.D.
Mark Evan Gilder
F.A.C.S., F.A.S.C.B.S., M.D.
Jon David Green
F.A.C.G., M.D.
Joseph R. De Pasquale
F.A.C.G., F.A.C.P., M.D.
Robert A. Ruffini
M.D.
Amol Shah
M.D.
Robert S. Spira
F.A.C.G., F.A.C.P., M.D.
Etan Spira
M.D.
Andrew B. Stefaniwsky
M.D.
115 Reviews
Jun 14, 2022
Jun 14, 2022
Thanks you very much for being nice and friendly environment. I loved the professional atmosphere so I really feel comfortable with the expertise of my Dr Sheth and ofcourse the medical staffs who were always prepared for such a great job. Again, I am very satisfied with the services of the Northfield Surgiic Center and Staff for the medical care I received. Thanks, Oscar Villanueva
Jun 7, 2022
I had nice experience & the staff kindness show me that they really care for there patients!
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Good practice, caring and knowledgable staff, excellent pre and post procedure communications. Overall, well done. Plus, they gave me a ride to and from the surgical site!