Dr. Najiha B. Farooqi

Dr. Najiha Farooqi is a board-certified general surgeon and surgical critical care specialist practicing at the Staten Island University Hospital- Northwell Health system. With a passion for providing exceptional patient care, Dr. Farooqi considers her patients as her family and strives to offer them the best possible treatment options.Dr. Farooqi completed her medical degree at Aga Khan University Medical School. She did her internship from the University of Minnesota. She then went on to complete a residency in general surgery at Central Michigan University. Following her residency, she pursued a fellowship in Surgical Critical Care at Stanford University School of Medicine, further enhancing her expertise in the field.She also serves as the Associate Research Director for the Department of Surgery. Dr. Farooqi brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role. She is dedicated to staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in surgical practices and ensuring that her patients receive the highest quality of care.Dr. Farooqi specializes in trauma, emergency general surgery and surgical critical care, providing comprehensive treatment for a wide range of surgical conditions. Her commitment to her patients' well-being and her dedication to excellence have earned her the trust and respect of her colleagues and patients alike.Dr. Farooqi sees patients at Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgery at Mason Avenue.With a strong belief in the power of collaboration and continuous learning, Dr. Farooqi is actively involved in research and academic activities. She is driven by her desire to contribute to the advancement of surgical knowledge and improve patient outcomes.In her spare time, Dr. Farooqi enjoys travelling, reading and exploring new cuisines. She feels fortunate to have found a career that fulfills her both personally and professionally and considers it a privilege to be able to make a positive impact on her patients' lives.

Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gallbladder Disease, Appendicitis, and Umbilical Hernia.

Dr. Farooqi is board certified in American Board Of Surgery/Surgical Critical Care and American Board Of Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Farooqi is currently accepting new patients.