A patient's journey
Watch one patient's bariatric surgery journey.
Robotic surgery for heartburn, hernias, gallbladder, and weight loss.
Dr. Toghrul Talishinskiy is Chief of Bariatric Surgery and Director of Robotic Surgery at St. Joseph's Health. He plans each operation with you and uses minimally invasive techniques to keep discomfort low.
Board-certified in surgery and surgical critical care
Director, Minimally Invasive Surgical Fellowship
Speaks English, Turkish, and Russian
What we treat
Three focus areas, one surgeon. Tap a section to hide or show its details.
Heartburn and reflux
For heartburn that keeps coming back or doesn't respond to medication.
Signs you may need an evaluation
- Acid medication most days
- Reflux at night or on waking
- Regurgitation or trouble swallowing
Procedures
- LINX reflux management
- Hiatal hernia repair
- Fundoplication
Robotic general surgery
Precise operations through small incisions.
Conditions
- Hernias
- Gallbladder disease
- Other abdominal conditions
Procedures
- Robotic hernia repair
- Robotic gallbladder removal
- Other major abdominal surgery
Weight loss surgery
A medical approach to obesity, built around your health and goals.
Who it may help
- People living with obesity and related conditions
- Eligibility is decided at a consultation
Procedures
- Gastric bypass
- Sleeve gastrectomy
- Revisional bariatric surgery
Recognition
Designations in bariatric, robotic, and minimally invasive surgery.
Over 2,000 da Vinci robotic procedures performed.
Care that continues for life
Weight loss surgery is the start of a long-term relationship. We follow our patients for life.
Lifelong follow-up
Every patient stays part of our practice. We stay with you through the years after surgery, so your health keeps getting attention long after the operation.
Revisions and patients from other practices
Had surgery somewhere else? We take care of patients from outside practices, including people who regained weight or have problems after an earlier operation. Dr. Talishinskiy reviews your history and performs revision surgery when it is the right choice.
Why robotic surgery
Dr. Talishinskiy leads robotic surgery at St. Joseph's Health and trains the next generation of surgeons in minimally invasive techniques.
Small incisions
Instruments reach the surgical site through small openings instead of one large cut.
Clear, magnified view
The surgeon works with a magnified, high-definition 3D view of the area.
Precise movement
Robotic instruments follow the surgeon's hand movements with fine control.
Training and leadership
From residency in New York to leading bariatric and robotic surgery at St. Joseph's Health.
Board certifiedSurgery and surgical critical care
PublishedPeer-reviewed journals
MemberAmerican College of Surgeons (ACS); American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS); International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)
- ResidencyNYU Medical Center
- FellowshipUniversity of Michigan, surgical critical care
- FellowshipHackensack University Medical Center, minimally invasive surgery
- Board certificationSurgery and surgical critical care
- Today at St. Joseph's HealthChief of Bariatric Surgery. Director of Robotic Surgery. Director of the Minimally Invasive Surgical Fellowship.
In the media
Dr. Talishinskiy is a guest on Beyond the Scale, Episode 5. His interview starts at 27:45. Watch on YouTube
What patients say
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Frequently asked questions
What does Dr. Talishinskiy treat?
Dr. Talishinskiy is a robotic and minimally invasive surgeon. He treats heartburn and reflux, hernias, gallbladder disease and obesity, and he performs revision surgery after earlier bariatric or anti-reflux operations.
How do I book a consultation?
You can book online through Zocdoc, call 973-389-5265, or email bariatrics@sjhmc.org. Offices are in Totowa and Wayne, NJ, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Do you see patients who had surgery elsewhere?
Yes. We take care of patients from outside practices, including those who need revision surgery. Bring your operative report and recent test results if you have them.
Will my insurance cover my visit or surgery?
Coverage depends on your plan. Call the office at 973-389-5265 and we can help you understand what your plan requires.
Talk to us about your options
973-389-5265Totowa
225 Minnisink Road
Totowa, NJ 07512
Wayne
220 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 20
Wayne, NJ 07470
Office hours
Monday to Friday
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM