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Umur M Atabek

Umur M Atabek, MD, FACS

Gastrointestinal Surgical OncologyGeneral Surgery

Accepting New Patients
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Highlights

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Affiliations

  • Cooper University Hospital

About Umur M Atabek

Title

Surgical Oncologist

General Surgeon

Cooper Medical School of Rowan University Titles

Professor of Surgery

Awards and Honors

"Best Doctors in America" - 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

Inside Jersey Magazine "Top Docs for Cancer Care" - 2014, 2015

Inside Jersey Magazine "Top Doctors" - 2010, 2011, 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018

New Jersey Monthly Magazine "Top Docs" - 2009, 2011, 2014, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021

Philadelphia Magazine "Top Docs" - 2010, 2011, 2019, 2021, 2023, 2025

SJ Magazine "Top Docs" - 2009, 2010, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2023, 2025

South Jersey Magazine "Best Physicians for Women" - 2014

South Jersey Magazine "Top Docs for Women" - 2010, 2011

South Jersey Magazine "Top Physicians" - 2010, 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024

US News and World Report "Top Doctors" - 2011, 2012

Professional Memberships

American College of Surgeons

American Society for Clinical Oncology

American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons

The Society for the Study of Breast Disease

Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons

Editorial Positions

Dr. Atabek is well published in his field.

Departments

General Surgery
Surgical Oncology
Surgery

Programs & Centers

MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper
Gastrointestinal Cancer Center
Rare Cancers Program

Practice Groups

Cooper University Physicians

Locations

Clinical Interests

Surgical oncology, general surgery, gastrointestinal cancers, pancreatic cancer, hiatal hernias

Education and Training

Education

  • Fellowship: UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Surgical Oncology, 1987
  • Residency: Westchester County Medical Center, Surgery, 1985
  • Residency: University of Maryland Medical Center, Surgery, 1982
  • Internship: University of Maryland Medical Center, Surgery, 1981
  • Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine, 1980

Board Certifications

  • Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 1986

Insurance

Cooper University Health Care accepts the following health plans. For questions about co-payments, deductibles, and the specific procedures your plan covers, please contact your plan provider.
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  • Aetna Better Health Medicaid HMO
  • Aetna Dental Health
  • Aetna First Health (Coventry)
  • Aetna HMO/PPO/POS
  • Aetna Medicare
  • Aetna Quality Health
  • Aetna Whole Health
  • Aetna Workers Comp
  • AmeriHealth Comp Services (Workers Comp)
  • AmeriHealth HMO/PPO/POS
  • AmeriHealth Medicare
  • AmeriHealth Value Network
  • Braven Health Medicare
  • Cigna Evernorth Behavioral Health
  • Cigna HMO/PPO/POS
  • Cigna Medicare
  • Cigna One Health
  • Clover Health Medicare PPO
  • Consumer Health Network Workers Comp
  • Fidelis Care Medicaid HMO
  • First MCO Group Health
  • First MCO Workers Comp
  • Galaxy Health Network Group Health
  • Galaxy Health Network Workers Comp
  • Guardian
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey HMO/PPO
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey Omnia
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey State Benefit Plans
  • Horizon NJ Health Medicaid HMO
  • Horizon NJ Health NJ Family Kidcare
  • Humana Medicare Advantage Medicare HMO
  • Humana Medicare Advantage Medicare PPO
  • Humana Military Prime
  • Humana Military Standard
  • Humana Military TriCare
  • Independence Blue Cross Comp Services (Workers Comp)
  • Independence Blue Cross IBC PPO
  • Independence Blue Cross Keystone Healthplan East
  • Independence Blue Cross Medicare
  • Independence Blue Cross Personal Choice
  • Jefferson Health Plans Medicare HMO
  • Jefferson Health Plans Medicare PPO
  • Liberty Mutual Auto
  • Liberty Mutual Workers Comp
  • Longevity Health Plan Medicare PPO I-SNP
  • Magellan Behavioral Health
  • MagnaCare Auto
  • MagnaCare Group Health
  • MagnaCare Workers Comp
  • Medicaid (NJ)
  • Medicare
  • MultiPlan PHCS
  • NJ Manufacturers Auto
  • NJ Manufacturers Workers Comp
  • Prime Health Services Auto/Workers Comp
  • Prime Health Services Group Health
  • QualCare Emblem Health
  • QualCare HMO/PPO
  • QualCare Workers Comp
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Three Rivers Contigo
  • Three Rivers Devon
  • United Behavioral Health Group Health
  • United Behavioral Health Medicaid
  • United Behavioral Health Medicare
  • United Behavioral Health Optum
  • United Healthcare AARP
  • United Healthcare Community Plan Medicaid HMO
  • United Healthcare Community Plan NJ Family Kidcare
  • United Healthcare Dental
  • United Healthcare Dual Complete D-SNP
  • United Healthcare Group Health
  • United Healthcare Medicaid
  • United Healthcare Medicare
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • US Family Health Plan
  • VA Community Care Network
  • WellCare Medicare
  • Wellpoint Medicaid HMO
  • Wellpoint Medicare

Ratings & Reviews

4.7 out of 5

76 ratings, 30 reviews

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  • Reviewed on 1/1/2026

    The doctor spent a considerable amount of time going over my CT and explaining what was going on. I really appreciate it and taking the time to make sure that I was comfortable and understood what the plan was going forward

  • Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    Enjoyed my visit, very satisfied.

  • Reviewed on 12/2/2025

    Dr. Atabek was wonderful. He performed a careful examination, reviewed a prior CT scan, and answered all my questions. It was a great visit.

  • Reviewed on 11/29/2025

    Medical assistant was very attentive and polite.

  • Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    Dr. Atabek is a unique and humble surgeon who understands your needs and addresses your health issue with great expertise.

  • Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    Dr. Was very thorough, explained everything in a easy to understand manner, was extremely attentive to my issue and very polite.

  • Reviewed on 9/18/2025

    It was a great and thorough experience. Everything covered amd explained. No problems !

  • Reviewed on 9/9/2025

    This dr.it wasnt my dr.and takes care me with respect,he explain everything he tooks hes time.very good.

  • Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    My Doctor was great and explained everything

  • Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    Great doctors and staff

  • Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    Dr Atabeck listened to my problem and offered a solution. A true professional who is caring and compassionate.

  • Reviewed on 7/10/2025

    Everyone was polite and kind.

  • Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    Everything was great.

  • Reviewed on 7/4/2025

    Dr Atabek is wonderful. Professional friendly courteous and caring. Front desk and check outvstaff were polite friendly amd efficient.

  • Reviewed on 6/29/2025

    Dr. Atabek and his staff were incredible. The front desk and nurse were very friendly and attentive. Dr. Atabek was very thorough and made me feel comfortable as a patient. It was a [Date] 0 healthcare experience.

  • Reviewed on 5/22/2025

    Excellent physician and staff. I have total confidence in the doctor. Explains everything. I would recommend him to anyone!

  • Reviewed on 5/16/2025

    Being a first visit, this session was one of the most productive and informative doctor visits I have ever had. He enlightened me on the subject matter like no one ever done. He educated me on my health matter, and made sure I positively left his office with an extremely clear understanding of my illness, what I will be facing, and how to obtain the most positive outcome possible. He truly eased my fears, giving me the strength and confidence that I can live a prosperous life with this illness. None of which I felt when I walked into his office.

  • Reviewed on 5/3/2025

    Staff was nice. Dr. Atabek was friendly, professional, thorough & gave a lot of time. Thanks much!

  • Reviewed on 4/16/2025

    I have all of my family going to cooper doctors. I loved this visit office staff and drs.

  • Reviewed on 4/9/2025

    Dr Atabek is the best! !

  • Reviewed on 4/9/2025

    Dr Atabek went beyond all measures to set me up with appointments for the care I needed to address my cancer. He was kind and courteous and extremely helpful. Thank you Dr What a guy

  • Reviewed on 4/9/2025

    The Dr actually showed me photos of everything I am getting done and explained thoroughly. The young ladies who work in there were very comforting and sweet. All in all was a great visit.

  • Reviewed on 4/3/2025

    Nice office and the attending physician and P A ( ) was a pleasure to work with

  • Reviewed on 4/3/2025

    I don't make recommendations to other folks; but if I did, I would say this doctor was helpful.

  • Reviewed on 3/7/2025

    He went an extra 5 miles to make sure I understood my diagnosis and options

  • Reviewed on 2/28/2025

    Dr Atabek has the best bedside manner .always shows concern about how I feel and has even called me after hours just to see how I am doing . As I deal with my health issues and am often afraid of what the future holds he reassures me that he is there when I need him ... the best feeling in the world .

  • Reviewed on 2/22/2025

    All of my visits have been handled professionally, and in a timely matter. Thank you Cooper Care.

  • Reviewed on 2/20/2025

    Everything was excellent

  • Reviewed on 2/20/2025

    I am very happy. Dr Atabek is taking very good care of me. When I come in for visits I never have to wait long at all, everyone has been pleasant and he spends a lot of time making sure I am good. Very thankful.

  • Reviewed on 2/3/2025

    I believe the respect and care of your associates and Doctor's really are good. only downside is going to the city and paying for parking .