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Surya P Irakam

Surya P Irakam, MD

4.979 ratings, 12 reviews

Gastroenterology

Accepting New Patients
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 21-65
  • Older Adult >65

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About Surya P Irakam

Professional Statement

Surya P. Irakam attended medical school at Sir Venkateswara Medical College in India. He completed his residency in internal medicine in New York at Interfaith Medical Center, and his Fellowship in Gastroenterology at Brooklyn Hospital Center in New York. Dr. Irakam also received specialized gastrointestinal training in advanced, state-of-the-art biliary and pancreatic endoscopy at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York. Dr. Irakam has expertise in Endoscopic Ultrasound with fine needle aspiration, Colonic stenting, Esophageal stenting, Drainage of Pancreatic pseudocysts, Transesophageal biopsies of lung lesions, argon plasma coagulation, infrared photocoagulation and various other procedures. Dr.Irakam has written many abstracts and publications during his residency and fellowship. He has received awards for excellence in academics both during residency and fellowship training. Dr. Irakam is board certified in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine. He is a fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology and a fellow of the American College of Physicians. He serves on cancer committee at Robert Wood Johnson @ Somerset. He has served two terms as Chief of Gastroenterology at Robert Wood Johnson @ Somerset. Dr. Irakam has the honor of recently being appointed Chief of Medicine at Robert Wood Johnson @ Somerset. He also serves as President of Gastromed Healthcare, PA.

Locations

  1. Consensus Health GastroMED Bridgewater
  2. Consensus Health GastroMED Hillsborough

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Interfaith Medical Center, Gastroenterology, 2001
  • Residency: Interfaith Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1998
  • Internship: Interfaith Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1996
  • Medical School: Sri Venkateswara University, No Value Specified, 1991

Board Certifications

  • Gastroenterology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2001

Insurance

Please contact the doctor's office directly to confirm acceptance of insurance.
Search plans
  • Aetna
  • Amerihealth
  • Cigna
  • Claritev
  • Clover
  • Consumer Health Network
  • Emblem Health - GHI
  • First MCO
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Humana Military
  • Magnacare
  • Medicare
  • Oxford (UHC)
  • Qualcare - Oscar
  • RR Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • US Family Health Plan

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

79 ratings, 12 reviews

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/1/2026

    Dr Irakam is such a warm thorough and supportive human that is also an excellent Dr! The staff takes care of you and works with you. Trish is a treasure!!! Highly recommend - Dr Irakam treats the PATIENT 1st- and you feel heard, known and supported

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/1/2026

    Waited 45 minutes past my appointment time need to improve the appointment schedule

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/1/2026

    Dr. Irakam is an excellent Gastroenterologist with great bedside manner. He listens to any questions you might have to help you get the best results with your personal needs.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    Dr. Irakam is simply the best! Thank you so much for your exceptional care!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/1/2025

    Very nice, doesn't beat around the bush, right to the point! Explains things well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/1/2025

    The staff was great! Dr Irakam was so fantastic I trust him! Was my 1st appt and he was thorough, prudent and wonderful bed side manner. Highly recommend

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Very caring to patients.. spend time to explain health issues .. i would definitely refer Dr Irakam to my friends and family ..

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/1/2025

    Dr. Irakam is a wonderful doctor, listens carefully to what we have to say, provides detailed diagnostic results. Consults with us and provides options and state his expert opinion. Very easy to speak to and genuinely take interest in patient’s health. Would always entertain additional questions and willing to answer any follow-up questions even over phone.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/1/2025

    He is the best in his field

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/1/2025

    Tiently listened to the issues and discussed various scenarios and examined. Finally instructed the following-up.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/1/2025

    I have been a patient of Dr. Irakam for over 20 years, and in that time I have come to know him as one of the most dedicated, caring, and highly skilled doctors I have ever met. He consistently puts his patients first, treating each one with genuine compassion and respect. He always makes himself available whether to answer questions, provide reassurance, or offer support.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/1/2025

    Friendly and thorough