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Dr. Janette McDermott, MD

Dr. Janette McDermott, MD

Surgical Oncology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Janette McDermott, MD is a surgical oncologist in Livingston, NJ and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1988. She is affiliated with Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Locations

Barnabas Health Ambulatory Care Center

Center for Breast Health and Disease Management200 S Orange Ave Ste 102 Livingston, NJ 07039
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. McDermott is affiliated with Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center Livingston, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. McDermott specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. McDermott's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McDermott

3.8

19 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
68%
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4 Star
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3 Star
5%
5%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
26%
26%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Monica Coleman – Feb 03, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Michelle – Sep 17, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Gina Martin – Jan 07, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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May 25, 2021
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
11 people found this helpful
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Union, NJ – Aug 09, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
14 people found this helpful
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Feb 09, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

I am dedicated to providing personalized, quality cancer care to my patients in partnership with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset, which has been nationally recognized for patient safety, clinical outcomes and nursing excellence....read more
  • Surgical Oncology

  • Breast Oncology

  • Breast Surgery

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  • Chicago

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Ill. Coll. Of Med

    Fellowship Hospital, 1995
  • University Of Texas Southwestern

    Residency Hospital, 1993
  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

    94 Old Short Hills Rd
    Livingston, NJ 07039
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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