ROBERT J. ACHO, D.O.
“I am a board certified general surgeon and completed a Minimally Invasive surgery fellowship in Bariatric (weight loss) and Foregut surgery (hiatal hernias, benign esophageal diseases, acid reflux, benign and malignant stomach diseases). My training has allowed me to offer a wide range of procedures via small incisions.”
“I take pride in spending time with patients and developing a treatment plan together, both surgical and non surgical. I am able to provide the highest level of care and will be by your side until you make a full recovery.”
75 Barclay Circle, Suite 200
Rochester Hills, MI 48307
(248) 853-9177
5701 Bow Pointe Drive, Suite 265
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 384-8080
15959 Hall Road, Suite 206
Macomb, MI 48044
(586) 566-4400
PATIENT SPECIFIC APPROACH
”I take pride in spending time and listening to my patients. I will develop a tailored plan for your surgical and non-surgical needs. I will take the time to answer any questions or concerns that you may have.”
HIGHEST LEVEL OF CARE
“Being a fellowship trained surgeon has allowed me to offer patients the highest level of care. I will be with you during every step of the process, from the first time we meet all the way until you make a full recovery.”
PROVIDING CUTTING EDGE MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY
“Completing a minimally invasive surgery fellowship has allowed me to provide the most up to date procedures through small incisions. I am comfortable offering a wide range of surgical procedures from weight loss surgery and complex hernias to smaller office-based procedures.”
Curriculum Vitae
- Education
- Affiliate Memberships
- Additional Information
- Bachelor of Science, Human Biology (2008-2012)
Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan - Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (2013-2017)
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
East Lansing, Michigan - General Surgery Residency (June 2017-June 2022)
Henry Ford Macomb Hospital
Clinton Township, Michigan - Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship Bariatrics/Foregut (August 2022 – August 2023)
University of Southern Florida
Tampa General Hospital
Tampa, Florida
2017-present Advanced Trauma Life Support Certification
2017-present Advanced Cardiac Life Support
2017-present Fundamental of Critical Care Support Certification
2018-present American College of Surgeons
2019-present American Hernia Society
2022-present Michigan Medical License
2022-present Florida Medical License
2022-present Board Certification in General Surgery – American Board of Surgery
PUBLICATIONS
Anyika M, Gholami H, Ashtekar KD, Acho R, Borhan B. Point-to-axial chirality transfer–a new probe for “sensing” the absolute configurations of monoamines. J Am Chem Soc. 2014 Jan 15;136(2):550-3. doi: 10.1021/ja408317b. Epub 2014 Jan 2. PMID: 24304128.
Hans SS, Acho RJ, Catanescu I. Timing of carotid endarterectomy after recent minor to moderate stroke. Surgery. 2018 Oct;164(4):820-824. doi: 10.1016/j.surg.2018.05.034. Epub 2018 Jul 30. PMID: 30072249.
Seeras K, Acho R, Prakash S: Laparoscopic Lap Band Placement. In: StatPearls. edn. Treasure Island (FL); 2018. PMID: 30252318
Seeras K, Acho R,Lopez PP: Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Chronic Complications. In: StatPearls. edn. Treasure Island (FL); 2018. PMID: 30137773
Hans S, Acho RJ. Patient With Unexplained Weight Loss, Anorexia, and Back Pain. JAMA Surg. 2019 Jan 1;154(1):85-86. doi: 10.1001/jamasurg.2018.3191. PMID: 30208390.
Hans S, Acho R, Trpkovski M: (2020) Vascular and Endovascular Complications: A Practical Approach. chapter, 35. Endovascular Removal of Foreign Body (Catheter Wires and Sheaths) from the Vascular System. CRC Press
Basal Y, Oommen J, Faraj U, Acho R, Aravapally A. Facklamia hominis in hidradenitis suppurativa. JAAD Case Rep. 2021 Mar 13;11:20-22. doi: 10.1016/j.jdcr.2021.03.017. PMID: 33898677; PMCID: PMC8058526.
Docimo Jr., S., Seeras, K., Acho, R. et al. Academic and community hernia center websites in the United States fail to meet healthcare literacy standards of readability. Hernia 26, 779–786 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10029-022-02584-z
HONORS AND AWARDS
03/2020 Michigan Robotic Olympics Team Champions
Michigan Robotic Olympics Individual Competition Champion
CLINICAL ACTIVITIES
Physician Lead – Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Protocol and Clinic (2018- present)
One of two physician residents involved with developing and implementing an ERAS protocol for our hospital. Responsible for staffing the ERAS clinic
Medical student education – responsible for teaching assigned topics, providing feedback for student presentations and completing monthly performance reviews
Chief Resident (2020-2021) – responsible for developing the educational curriculum for the residents
