Dr. Avraham Belizon, MD
Specializing in laparoscopic general and colorectal surgery

Dr. Avraham Belizon is a graduate of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. He completed a surgical residency at the North Shore Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New York and a Fellowship in Colon and Rectal Surgery at Cleveland Clinic in Weston, Florida.

Dr. Belizon has published numerous articles on surgical procedures, and post surgery physiology. Most significantly he has published landmark studies that looked at the benefits provided by laparoscopic surgery and other minimally invasive techniques. These articles have had a direct impact on the current management of colon and rectal diseases. As a result of his studies and publications, Dr. Belizon has frequently lectured at many symposiums and community groups locally, nationally and internationally.

Dr. Belizon has won multiple awards throughout his medical career, both in recognition of his important research and as a result of his excellent clinical skills.

In addition to his surgical training, Dr. Belizon, has been specially trained in laparoscopic and minimally invasive techniques which provide patients with quicker recovery, shorter hospital stays, and less scarring than patients who have conventional surgery.

Dr. Belizon is Certified by the American Board of Surgery. Attaining this certification means that he has specialized knowledge and experience relating to the diagnosis, preoperative, operative,
postoperative and nonoperative management
of surgical problems in these areas:

Alimentary tract — esphagus, stomach, small bowel and large bowel
Abdomen — diaphragm, biliary tract, liver, pancreas, and spleen
Breast, skin and soft tissue — benign and malignant disease
Head and neck surgery — trauma, vascular, congenital and cancerous disorders

Vascular surgery — ateries and veins, excluding the vessels in the brain, heart and lungs
Endocrine surgery — thyroid and parathyroid glands, the pancreas and
adrenal glands
Surgical oncology — including coordinating management of the cancer patient
Comprehensive management of trauma — the responsibility for all phases of care of the injured patient including burns
Complete care of critically ill patients — with underlying surgical conditions

To be certified by the American Board of Surgery means that the surgeon has met a standard in surgery by fulfilling specified educational, evaluation and examination requirements.

You can rest assured knowing that your Surgeon has been thoroughly examined by the American Board of Surgery and that you are in very capable care.

If you have any questions regarding your plan of care, please don’t hesitate to ask your doctor.

We believe in providing our patients with the most technologically advanced care while maintaining a human approach. We want you to be informed so that you can make the most appropriate decision regarding your care.

Your examination is not routine, but tailored to your specific needs and symptoms. When you call to make an appointment please tell the receptionist briefly what your concern is. She can then reserve
ample time with the doctors for you. Patients are seen by appointment only. Emergencies are always given priority and will be worked into our daily schedule.