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Chestnut Hill Surgical Associates8815 Germantown Avenue, Suite 22, Philadelphia, PA 19118 map
As a general surgeon in Philadelphia, Dr. John Meilahn performs surgical procedures to treat conditions affecting the abdomen and related structures, like hernias or tumors.
Chestnut Hill Surgical Associates
Accepting New Patients?
Yes, Dr. John E. Meilahn is accepting new patients at this office.
Phone
Fax
(215) 836-5372
Address
8815 Germantown Avenue, Suite 22, Philadelphia, PA 19118
Office Hours
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Office Details
Insurance Accepted
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- United Healthcare
Bio
Dr. John Meilahn graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in 1984 before completing a residency in General Surgery at The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD in 1990.
Dr. Meilahn has one office in Pennsylvania where he specializes in General Surgery and Bariatric Surgery.
Specialties
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General Surgery
As a general surgeon in Pennsylvania, Dr. Meilahn performs a range of of surgeries and operations, usually focusing on areas and organs of the abdomen and their related organs. Dr. Meilahn may utilize invasive or minimally-invasive surgical techniques, with the latter reducing recovery time and stress on the patient's body.
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Bariatric Surgery
Patients struggling with obesity problems may see Dr. Meilahn for surgical and non-surgical bariatric procedures. Procedures commonly performed by a bariatric surgeon include gastric bypass surgery, adjustable gastric banding, and others designed to help patients lose weight. Dr. Meilahn may also utilize non-surgical treatment plans, such as controlling the patient's diet and exercise regimen.
Education & Training
Medical School
Residency
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The Johns Hopkins Hospital • Baltimore, MD
Residency in General Surgery • 1990
Languages Spoken
- English
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