DDCNJ

Providing Quality, Affordable Care

About DDCNJ

Digestive Disease Center of New Jersey is a gastroenterology group dedicated to providing comprehensive care. Our 5 physicians are board-certified in gastroenterology and are conveniently located in central New Jersey.

We want all our patients to be informed decision-makers and fully understand any health issues you face. That’s why we’ve developed a website loaded with valuable information about gastroenterology, endoscopy, and digestive problems and treatments.

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Meet the DDCNJ Physicians

Our physicians are on staff at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and Saint Peter’s University Hospital in New Brunswick, New Jersey. We work at state-of-the-art ambulatory surgery centers that provide superb care for our patients.

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Information and Resources for Patients

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Diet & Nutrition

We hope that you utilize the variety of diet information we have available

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Insurance & Billing

We participate in a variety of insurance plans

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Information and Resources for Patients

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Diet & Nutrition

We hope that you utilize the variety of diet information we have available

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Insurance & Billing

We participate in a variety of insurance plans

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Patient Forms

Access our release form to obtain your medical records

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What Our Patients Say About Us

I saw Dr. Rapisarda for the first time last week, he was highly recommended. he was friendly, approachable and answered all of my concerns, he preformed the necessary procedures need to address my issues and as soon as the results came it I was notified, all of his staff are warm and friendly.
Deborah
Deborah
I have been seeing Dr. Merkel for over 10 years and have always found him to be a caring and honest physician that is also a straight shooter about your condition and does everything to resolve issues.
Anonymous
Anonymous
You would be hard pressed to find a doctor with a better bedside manner than Dr. Aronson. He is kind, patient and understanding. He explains things in detail so that you understand.
Sharon
Sharon
Dr Ferges is phenomenal, he is very professional and understanding and foremost provides the best care and service. His staff are second to none. I always recommend Dr Ferges to all my family and friends.
Gabe
Gabe
Dr Rapisarda spent a lot of time trying to figure out my GI issues. He was able to add some OTC supplements and change everything. Great listener.
Anonymous
Anonymous
Dr. Merkel is extremely caring and takes time to explain concerns/procedures to put the patient at ease. I often recommend him to family, friends and neighbors.
Anonymous
Anonymous
I could not recommend Dr. Aronson and this office enough. He has a great step-wise approach to treatment and is thorough with all explanations. I have had several labs,diagnostic tests, and procedures done. Everything was clearly explained and scheduling for procedures was a breeze.
Alexander
Alexander
The office is terrific and so is Dr Ferges. It’s difficult to run a business in the pandemic times and they nail it. Great office, nice atmosphere, and Dr Ferges is personality plus, communicates beautifully.
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Please be advised that Dr. Ira Merkel will be retiring as of August 2023.

Over the past 30 years, Dr. Merkel has been an integral part of our practice, prioritizing patient-centered care with his patients. Without your trust and confidence, Dr. Merkel would not have been able to pursue his passion for gastroenterology. 

Our care team at Digestive Disease Center of NJ comprised of Alexander Rapisarda, MD, Scott Aronson, MD, William Ferges, MD, and Anna Platovsky, MD will continue to provide compassionate, high-quality, and comprehensive care.

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Ira Merkel, MD, FACP, FACG, AGAF

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us at our:

Somerset office at
732-873-9200 

East Brunswick office at
732-238-0923