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Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD

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(91 Ratings)

Specializes in: General Surgery

Gandhi Medical College Bhopal, Barkatullah University (1980)

Professional interests include: wounds, breast issues, thyroid problems, and more.

755 Memorial Parkway Building 100, Suite 101B
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865

(484) 526-2200

Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD is a general surgeon in Phillipsburg, NJ specializing in general surgery. He graduated from Gandhi Medical College Bhopal, Barkatullah University in 1980 and has 46 years of experience. Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD is affiliated with St. Luke's University Health Network.

Office Locations

755 Memorial Parkway Building 100, Suite 101B
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865

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315 Route 31 South 2nd Floor
Washington, NJ 07882

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Some issues Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD can help you with:

Laparoscopic Surgery

Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.

During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.

The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.

Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Volume:

inpatient hospital care

In 2012, Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD performed more inpatient hospital care (for patient admitted to hospital) procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within New Jersey.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD treated as a general surgeon in Phillipsburg, NJ during 2012 were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	90
doctor visit	676
excision	58
hospital care	1392
hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy	58
inpatient care	1392
minor procedures	29
nursing home care	717

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD treated as a general surgeon in Phillipsburg, NJ during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD for Medicare patients.

abscess drainage	14
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	92
doctor visit	707
excision	58
hospital care	1176
hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy	95
incision and drainage	14
inpatient care	1176
minor procedures	14
nursing home care	520
skin surgery	14

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	296
Female	326

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	585
Black	18
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	173
From 75 to 84	185
85 and over	164
Less than 65	100

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	60
Depression	46
Chronic Kidney Disease	57
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	24
Heart Failure	45
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	32
Diabetes	52
Dementia	39
Cancer	22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD treated as a general surgeon in Phillipsburg, NJ during 2014 were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	11
abscess drainage	16
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	85
doctor visit	713
excision	46
gastrointestinal procedures	11
hospital care	619
incision and drainage	16
inpatient care	619
minor procedures	28
nursing home care	563
open surgery	11
skin surgery	16

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	264
Female	313

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	533
Black	21
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	166
From 75 to 84	146
85 and over	154
Less than 65	111

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	57
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	54
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	40
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	31
Diabetes	45
Dementia	36
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD treated as a general surgeon in Phillipsburg, NJ during 2015 were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	67
doctor visit	594
excision	30
hospital care	515
inpatient care	515
nursing home care	506

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	492
Female	566

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	982
Black	38
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	278
From 75 to 84	304
85 and over	276
Less than 65	200

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	58
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	57
Asthma	23
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	26
Heart Failure	38
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	31
Diabetes	49
Dementia	32
Cancer	22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD treated as a general surgeon in Phillipsburg, NJ during 2016 were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	53
doctor visit	665
excision	23
hospital care	653
inpatient care	653
nursing home care	447

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	247
Female	282

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	477
Black	27
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	130
From 75 to 84	146
85 and over	125
Less than 65	128

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	52
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	56
Asthma	30
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	40
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	28
Diabetes	40
Dementia	30
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD treated as a general surgeon in Phillipsburg, NJ during 2017 were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	37
doctor visit	545
hospital care	838
inpatient care	838
nursing home care	434

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	219
Female	229

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	403
Black	25
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	114
From 75 to 84	123
85 and over	104
Less than 65	107

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	57
Depression	44
Chronic Kidney Disease	62
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	27
Heart Failure	47
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	32
Diabetes	43
Dementia	30
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD treated as a general surgeon in Phillipsburg, NJ during 2018 were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	103
doctor visit	634
excision	43
hospital care	923
inpatient care	923
nursing home care	510

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	231
Female	235

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	409
Black	13
Hispanic	30
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	119
From 75 to 84	113
85 and over	119
Less than 65	115

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	53
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	62
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	26
Heart Failure	44
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	32
Diabetes	45
Dementia	32
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD treated as a general surgeon in Phillipsburg, NJ during 2019 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	242
hospital care	211
inpatient care	211

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	131
Female	115

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	214
Black	14
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	86
From 75 to 84	54
85 and over	33
Less than 65	73

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	43
Chronic Kidney Disease	51
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	39
Dementia	16
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD treated as a general surgeon in Phillipsburg, NJ during 2020 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	126
hospital care	130
inpatient care	130

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	89
Female	104

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	170
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	64
From 75 to 84	70
85 and over	33
Less than 65	26

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD in 2020

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	49
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	53
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	28
Diabetes	40
Dementia	22
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD treated as a general surgeon in Phillipsburg, NJ during 2021 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	141
hospital care	135
inpatient care	135

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	78
Female	105

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	162
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	63
From 75 to 84	60
85 and over	32
Less than 65	28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	32
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	39
Dementia	20
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD treated as a general surgeon in Phillipsburg, NJ during 2022 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	149
hospital care	155
inpatient care	155

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	100
Female	102

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	178
Black	11
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	68
From 75 to 84	57
85 and over	27
Less than 65	50

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	22
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	26
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	31
Diabetes	46
Dementia	11
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD treated as a general surgeon in Phillipsburg, NJ were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue).

abdominal surgery	11
abscess drainage	15
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	75
doctor visit	472
excision	43
gastrointestinal procedures	11
hospital care	613
incision and drainage	15
inpatient care	613
minor procedures	23
nursing home care	528
open surgery	11
skin surgery	15

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	195
Female	216

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	15
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	373
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	2
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	114
85 and over	97
Less than 65	85
65 to 74	114

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	14
Osteoporosis	11
Heart Failure	34
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	39
Atrial Fibrillation	20
Dementia	24
Cancer	16

Education & Training

Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD graduated from Gandhi Medical College Bhopal, Barkatullah University in 1980. He completed residency at Muhayel General Hospital Ministry Of Health Saudi Arabia. He is certified by the Board Certification: Surgery (General Surgery) and has a state license in New Jersey.

Medical School: Gandhi Medical College Bhopal, Barkatullah University (1980)

Residency: Muhayel General Hospital Ministry Of Health Saudi Arabia (1990)

Board Certification: Board Certification: Surgery (General Surgery)

Licensed In: New Jersey

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

St. Luke's University Health Network

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.92 out of 5 stars based on 91 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Phillipsburg, NJ.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Vijay Rastogi, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Davol Inc.	$1,014 SURGICAL $1,014
Organogenesis Inc.	$351 Puraply/Affinity/NuTech $228	Apligraf $124
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$92 Da Vinci Surgical System $92
Smith & Nephew, Inc.	$61 Santyl $37	Regranex $24
Novo Nordisk Inc	$41 Victoza $41
Other	$143 PROBUPHINE $31	Perjeta $15	NON-PRODUCT $14	Ovitex $13	Myrbetriq $13	Other $58

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$851
Travel and Lodging	$838
Education	$14

Biography

Dr. Vijay Rastogi is a physician who specializes in general surgery. He is rated highly by his patients. Areas of expertise for Dr. Rastogi include thyroid problems, breast issues, and wounds. He is affiliated with St. Luke's University Health Network. According to Doctor.com, he is currently accepting new patients at his office in Washington, NJ. He obtained his medical school training at Gandhi Medical College Bhopal, Barkatullah University and performed his residency at Easton Hospital and LeHigh Valley Hospital Network. Dr. Rastogi (or staff) is conversant in Urdu and Hindi.