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Michael T Hernando,  MD

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Michael T Hernando, MD

General Surgery

4.9
(269)

Speaks: Spanish, Filipino

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Dr Michael Hernando is the managing director of Morristown Surgical Associates and is also director of minimally invasive and robotic surgery at Morristown Medical Center. He is board certified in general surgery with more than 10 years of experience. He graduated cum laude from Cook College, Rutgers University, and was valedictorian of his class at the Autonomous University of Guadalajara and finished his medical school training at New York Medical College. His post graduate residency training was performed at Morristown Medical Center where he was awarded the Hughes Dougan Award for dedication to patient care and excellence in surgical technique, and twice awarded the Ames Filippone Chairman's Award for the resident who best exemplifies the high ideals, compassion, caring and style of leadership that characterize Dr. Filippone. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Hernando is dedicated to all aspects of general surgery including benign and malignant breast disease, as well as gastrointestinal disease including gallbladder, stomach, small intestine, colon and appendix. He is expert at diagnosing and treating all types of hernias including hiatal, ventral, incisional, groin hernias and complex abdominal wall hernias. His passion is with minimally invasive surgery, with dedication to his patients receiving the best results and quickest recovery. Dr. Hernando is a leader in the field of robotic surgery and is able to perform the most complex gastrointestinal and hernia surgeries robotically. He is able to perform single incision robotic surgery with virtually no scar. Outside of medicine, Dr. Hernando enjoys spending time with his wife and five boys. He enjoys physical fitness, tennis, golf, skiing, basketball and photography.
Areas of focus: Abdominal Hernia, Breast Disease, Cancer / Breast, Cancer / Melanoma, Cancer / Surgery, Colon Diseases, Gallbladder Stones, Minimally Invasive Surgery

SPECIALTIES

  • General Surgery

AFFILIATIONS

  • Atlantic Medical Group

  • Morristown Medical Center

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Education & Experience

TRAINING

Autonomous University of GuadalajaraMedical School
New York Medical CollegeInternship
Morristown Medical CenterResidency

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

SurgeryAmerican Board of Surgery

Patient Reviews

OVERALL RATING

4.9

(269 ratings)
20 reviews
  • 5.0
    Jun 22, 2025
    I was extremely anxious about the appointment. I immediately was relaxed when I met Dr. Hernando He spent time with me listen to me, did not appear rushed explain things so I could understand them, put me at ease. The office staff were pleasant efficient. The nursing assistant was also pleasant and efficient. I would highly recommend Dr Hernando and his staff.
  • 5.0
    Jun 22, 2025
    Very good experience
  • 5.0
    Jun 16, 2025
    Very pleased with the care provided by Dr. Hernando and the staff.
  • 5.0
    Jun 13, 2025
    Quick and thorough visit
  • 5.0
    Jun 10, 2025
    Dr Herando was exceptionally well versed on my previous medical history. He gave a thorough physical exam of the area of my hernias.