Dr. Augustine C. Okpala

Dr. Saira Shahab is a distinguished infectious disease specialist based in Queens, New York, with over two decades of experience in the medical field. She holds board certifications in both Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease from the American Board of Internal Medicine.Dr. Shahab completed her medical education at Dow University of Health Sciences in Karachi, Pakistan, graduating in 1994. She furthered her training with a residency in Internal Medicine at Carney Hospital, affiliated with Tufts University School of Medicine, from 2000 to 2003. She then pursued a fellowship in Infectious Disease at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, from 2004 to 2006.Currently, Dr. Shahab practices at two locations:St. John's Medical Group Specialty Practice1909 Plainview Ave, 2nd Floor, Far Rockaway, NY 11691Private Practice86-02 Musket Street, Queens Village, NY 11550Phone: (718)-343-6100She is affiliated with St. John's Episcopal Hospital and Northwell Health,Patients consistently commend Dr. Shahab for her attentive listening, thorough explanations, "sweet and bubbly personality," which contributes to a positive office environment. Her friendly and approachable demeanor helps patients feel comfortable. Patients express that the quality of care and the connection with Dr. Shahab make the experience worthwhile.In addition to her clinical expertise, Dr. Shahab's ability to build trust and rapport with patients enhances their overall healthcare experience. Dr. Shahab is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bacterial Meningitis. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Myelitis, AIDS Dementia Complex, Prostatectomy, and Endoscopy.

Judith Absalon is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Absalon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bacterial Meningitis. Her top areas of expertise are Streptococcal Group B Infection, Strep Throat, Bacterial Meningitis, and COVID-19.

Tao Xu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Xu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bacterial Meningitis. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, Sepsis, Lipogranulomatosis, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, and Gastrostomy.