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Dr. John Meilahn, MD

Dr. John Meilahn, MD

Bariatric Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. John Meilahn, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with UPMC Cole. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Practice

8815 Germantown Ave Ste 22 Philadelphia, PA 19118

Make an Appointment

(215) 836-5120

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Meilahn's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Meilahn

4.1

25 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
76%
76%
4 Star
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3 Star
0%
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2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
20%
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
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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Oct 25, 2024
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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
Helpful
May 29, 2024
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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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May 25, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Joan Marie Montgomery – Apr 07, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Deborah Jardine – Sep 03, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 26, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ambler , PA – Dec 29, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ella in philadelphia, pa – Oct 08, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
S. Kennedy in Philadelphia, PA – Nov 01, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 15, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

We will talk with you individually about your particular situation and what you would like to do and accomplish.   Our Bariatric Coordinator and Dietitian, Carlie Kamnik, will talk with you by phone and then we will meet with you in the...read more

biography

We do all types of Bariatric Surgery, and will do it safely, with emphasis on good long-term results.  Sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, duodenal switch, revisional bariatric surgery are all done here.  We will see those with Lap Bands...read more

  • Bariatric Surgery

  • General Surgery

  • Gastroenterological Surgery

  • Laparoscopic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1991

  • The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984

  • Drexel University

    Undergraduate School, 1974
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Locations

Practice

Wissahickon Orthopaedic Specialists P.C.8815 Germantown Ave Ste 22 Philadelphia, PA 19118
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Practice

Office126 E Church St Ste 3200 Somerset, PA 15501
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • UPMC Cole

    1001 E 2nd St
    Coudersport, PA 16915

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

    95%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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