Office Staff

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Practice Manager
Louise Johnson

With 22 years experience managing medical practices, Louise Johnson is the practice manager at the New Jersey Bariatric Center.  Louise oversees the New Jersey Bariatric Center staff, coordinates the center’s free bariatric seminars and is our liaison with the bariatric ambassadors.  She is a graduate of Fordham University with a B.A. in Social Sciences, and is bi-lingual [English/Spanish] as well as proficient in American Sign Language.  Questions for Louise, contact her at 908-378-1779 Ext. 5.

Insurance Specialist
Robin Shortell

From confirming bariatric surgery benefits and coordinating medical approvals to surgery pre-certification and surgical scheduling, New Jersey Bariatric Center Insurance Specialist Robin Shortell helps patients navigate the often complicated world of health care insurance.   Questions on insurance, contact Robin at 908-378-1779 Ext. 4.

Medical Coordinator
Luz Figueroa

Medical coordinator Luz Figueroa has worked at New Jersey Bariatric Center for the last three years.  She helps patients coordinate pre and post-operative tests including sleep studies, blood work and stress test.  She is recognized by New Jersey Bariatric Center patients for her compassionate care.  Questions on scheduling or obtaining test results, contact Luz at 908-378-1779 Ext. 2.  

Medical Assistants
Melissa Torres

Medical assistant Melissa Torres is the newest addition to our weight loss program. She assists Dr. Goyal with gastric band adjustments and other procedures.