Najiha B. Farooqi
256 Mason Avenue, Building C, 3rd Floor, 
Staten Island, NY 

Overview

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.

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in NY

Board Certifications

American Board Of Surgery/Surgical Critical Care
American Board Of Surgery

Fellowships

Stanford University School of Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

Staten Island University Hospital
Hofstra/Northwell School Of Medicine/Nursing
Staten Island University Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Hindi
Punjabi
Urdu

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health First
  • HMO
  • POS
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID

Locations

Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgery at Mason Avenue
256 Mason Avenue, Building C, 3rd Floor, Staten Island, NY 10305

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Farooqi has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Appendicitis
Gallbladder Disease
Umbilical Hernia

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Is Dr. Najiha B. Farooqi a top-rated expert for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Najiha B. Farooqi is classified as an Experienced expert for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Najiha B. Farooqi specialize in?

While Dr. Najiha B. Farooqi is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gallbladder Disease, and Appendicitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Najiha B. Farooqi participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Najiha B. Farooqi has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). You can view a list of Dr. Najiha B. Farooqi's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Najiha B. Farooqi accept my insurance?

Dr. Najiha B. Farooqi accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Health First. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-226-6398 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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