Jessica Treto, MD

Dr. Jessica Treto is a board-certified and fellowship-trained general surgeon specializing in advanced minimally invasive and robotic procedures. She is dedicated to providing expert surgical care to the local community as an integral member of Hackensack Meridian Health.

Dr. Treto’s practice is focused on advanced gastrointestinal, laparoscopic, and robotic surgery. By leveraging state-of-the-art technology, she performs complex procedures through smaller incisions, offering her patients significant benefits including a faster recovery, less post-operative pain, and minimal scarring. 

Her clinical expertise includes complex abdominal wall reconstruction for large or recurrent hernias, repair of inguinal and ventral hernias, gallbladder surgery, and surgery of the colon and small bowel.

A fluent Spanish speaker, Dr. Treto is also passionate about breaking down language barriers in healthcare. She is dedicated to providing clear, direct communication so that all patients and their families can fully understand their treatment options and play an active role in their own health.

Areas of Expertise & Procedures

Dr. Treto provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient surgical care for a wide range of conditions. Her clinical focus includes:

• Colon & Small Bowel Surgery: Small Bowel Resection, Colon Surgery, Ostomy Reversal
• Complex Abdominal Wall Reconstruction: For large or recurrent hernias
• Gallbladder Surgery: Cholecystectomy (Gallbladder Removal)
• General Surgery: Appendectomy, Splenectomy, Skin & Soft Tissue Surgery, Mesenteric Lymph Node Biopsy
• Hernia Repair: Robotic & Laparoscopic Inguinal, Ventral, Umbilical Hernia Repair
• Reflux & Hiatal Hernia Surgery: Advanced solutions for chronic acid reflux (GERD)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What are the benefits of robotic and laparoscopic surgery?

Minimally invasive surgeries using robotic and laparoscopic techniques offer significant benefits, including less post-operative pain, minimal scarring, a shorter hospital stay, and a much faster recovery and return to daily activities.

2. I think I have a hernia. What are the signs and does it require surgery?

The most common sign of a hernia is a bulge or lump in the abdomen or groin, which may become more noticeable when you cough or strain. Surgery may be recommended to prevent complications but is dependent on individual factors as well.

3. What are the common signs of a gallbladder problem?

The most common symptoms of gallbladder issues (like gallstones) include pain in the upper right side of your abdomen (especially after eating fatty foods), nausea, bloating, and indigestion. If you are experiencing these symptoms, an evaluation is important.

4. How can I schedule an appointment with Dr. Treto?

You can schedule an appointment by calling the office at 732-847-3300.

5. Where does Dr. Treto see patients?

Dr. Treto sees patients at HMH Surgery Holmdel located at 733 N. Beers Street, Suite U3 in Holmdel, NJ.