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Dr. Michael Hernando, MD

Dr. Michael Hernando, MD

General Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Hernando, MD is a general surgeon in Morristown, NJ and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities Morristown Medical Center and Saint Clare's Denville Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

435 South St Ste 230B Morristown, NJ 07960
Telehealth available

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hernando

3.7
23 ratings, 11 with a written review
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75 year old male diagnosed with Gynecomastia in March 2024, pre-op appt & surgery performed by Dr. Hernando in May 2024 at the Morristown Surgical Center. Dr Hernando was recommended by my primary doctor. Dr Hernando projected a professional, courteous, knowledgeable manner and was extremely patient with my questions. He instilled in me an immediate sense of confidence being in his care. The operation was concluded with totally positive results in all stages. Pre-op and post-op. All staff were professional and competent answering my myriad questions beforehand.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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David Bickel – Jun 06, 2024
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I'm 66 and had surgery for inguinal hernia 16 weeks ago by Dr. Hernando and am so glad I finally had done. I waited nearly 5 years avoiding surgery , big mistake. When another illness made the hernia a much bigger issue to deal with I realized I should have had it fixed early on. Dr. Hernando did a fantastic job in every way . He's the best and did the robotic type surgery which you have to look really hard to even notice anything was done and that was just 16 weeks back. I feel fantastic and am doing sprints and back at the gym anticipating skiing this season. If I need something done in the future , I will go to only him. He is absolutely the man to see.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Ron Latella – Dec 19, 2019
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2nd Review - After previously being treated for diverticulitis (only Dr. to figure this out) I began have issues again. I immediately scheduled a an appointment with the best Dr. in NJ.. Unfortunately I was told my condition required bowel resection surgery. Very scary but had confidence with Dr. Hernando since he is the best in the business. Long story short - 1 week hospital stay was 3 days. Minimal scaring and wood working in 1 week. Unprecedented and should have been filmed for a documentary
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Jason in Mount Arlington, NJ – Aug 21, 2018
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Dr. Hernando is wonderful. He is very compassionate and professional. He was very clear in explaining the sometimes complicated process of my bi lateral mastectomy and removal of lymph nodes. My mother who wrote an earlier review, was upset and anxious when I was diagnosed and was confused about some of the process and steps need to be taken. Please take it from the patient, Dr. Hernando is wonderful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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Linda McGovern in Chatham, NJ – Aug 08, 2018
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I had surgery last June he was very good, 5 stars
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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jeryl babcock in butler nj – Mar 06, 2018
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Dr. Hernando was the surgeon our daughter chose when diagnosed with breast cancer and elected to have a double mastectomy even though one breast was involved. When Dr. Hernando came to the waiting room he told us all went well no worries. Only to find out later, more surgery was required to remove lymph nodes, in the "cancer free breast". He said cancer was found after more testing. He should have told us that more testing was needed and would get back to us. Stage 1 & 2 cancer resulted.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
6 others found this helpful
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Gail McGovern in Morristown, NJ – Jul 16, 2017
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Excellent surgeon! He is very friendly and very professional... would recommend him to anyone!! He really knows what he is doing and always got back to me quickly if I had any questions, (even after my surgery).
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Paul in Summit, NJ – Mar 14, 2017
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A+, A+, A+ is how I describe Dr. Hernando. I had complete confidence in Dr Hernando based on his excellent reputation as a surgeon. Now that my surgery is over, I can attest, that he is one of the best surgeons around and I would use him again and recommend him to others. And, I am a physicians wife, and could have used anyone. My surgery was virtually painless, and I felt so good, that I questioned if I had surgery at all. Thank you, Dr Hernando. You are the best.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
8 others found this helpful
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Randy Haskel in Morristown, NJ – Aug 12, 2016
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Very very rude, keep patients waiting and shows the door if you are 5 minutes late. So you choose him be there half hour early and pray that he sees you in time. Never once be late. I drive for an hour once to see him at his Rockaway office and was shown he door because I was stuck in traffic and was 5 minutes late! Good luck if you choose him as your doctor!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Ken in Morristown, NJ – May 27, 2016
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He was very sweet and explained the procedure thoroughly and was quick with getting me into surgery right away.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Jenn S in Budd Lake, NJ – Apr 28, 2016
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He was very compasionate and caring. Spent time explao=ining the diagnosis and course of treatment with me and my wife.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
9 others found this helpful
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Lafayette, NJ – Jan 12, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

My philosophy is to treat every patient as if they were my own family.  Earning my patients trust is of utmost importance to me.  I strive to educate my patients so they can make informed decisions and keep them involved in their treatment plans. 

biography

As a board certified surgeon, I am dedicated to treating my patients with personalized and compassionate care, and offering the latest technology resulting in the best outcomes and quickest recovery. 

  • General Surgery

  • Breast Surgery

  • Laparoscopic Surgery

  • Robotic Surgery

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  • Morristown Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2007

  • New York Medical College

    Medical School, 2002

  • Rutgers University / New Brunswick Campus

    Undergraduate School, 1993

  • University Of Michigan / Ann Arbor

    Undergraduate School, 1991
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Locations

Practice

Office435 South St Ste 230B Morristown, NJ 07960
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Practice

Rockaway Family Medicine Associates333 Mount Hope Ave Rockaway, NJ 07866
2
Office95 Madison Ave Ste A09 Morristown, NJ 07960
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Morristown Medical Center100 Madison Ave Morristown, NJ 07960
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Morristown Medical Center

    100 Madison Ave
    Morristown, NJ 07960
    Recipient of 55
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

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  • Saint Clare's Denville Hospital

    25 Pocono Rd
    Denville, NJ 07834
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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