
Overview
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 Practice
1909 Plainview Ave, 2nd Floor, Far Rockaway, NY 11691
Private Practice
86-02 Musket Street, Queens Village, NY 11550
Phone: (718)-343-6100
She 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 highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Myelitis, AIDS Dementia Complex, Prostatectomy, and Endoscopy.
Dr. Shahab is board certified in Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
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- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
86-02 Musket St, Queens, NY 11427
327 Beach 19th St, Far Rockaway, NY 11691
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Shahab 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.
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Saira K. Shahab
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Saira K. Shahab?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Saira K. Shahab by calling their office at 718-343-6100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Saira K. Shahab a top-rated expert for Sepsis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Saira K. Shahab is classified as an Distinguished expert for Sepsis, 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. Saira K. Shahab specialize in?
While Dr. Saira K. Shahab is a Infectious Disease, they have specific expertise in Sepsis, Myelitis, and AIDS Dementia Complex. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Infectious Disease.
Does Dr. Saira K. Shahab participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Saira K. Shahab has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Sepsis. You can view a list of Dr. Saira K. Shahab's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Saira K. Shahab accept my insurance?
Dr. Saira K. Shahab accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-343-6100 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- SepsisDr. Shahab isDistinguished. Learn about Sepsis.
- Advanced
- AIDS Dementia ComplexDr. Shahab isAdvanced. Learn about AIDS Dementia Complex.
- AIDS Dysmorphic SyndromeDr. Shahab isAdvanced. Learn about AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome.
- Atypical PneumoniaDr. Shahab isAdvanced. Learn about Atypical Pneumonia.
- Bacterial MeningitisDr. Shahab isAdvanced. Learn about Bacterial Meningitis.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- HIV/AIDSDr. Shahab isAdvanced. Learn about HIV/AIDS.
- Hospital-Acquired PneumoniaDr. Shahab isAdvanced. Learn about Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia.
- Lung MetastasesDr. Shahab isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Metastases.
- MyelitisDr. Shahab isAdvanced. Learn about Myelitis.
- PneumoniaDr. Shahab isAdvanced. Learn about Pneumonia.
- Experienced
- Acute Kidney FailureDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Acute Kidney Failure.
- ApoplexyDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Cardiac ArrestDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Arrest.
- CellulitisDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Chronic Kidney DiseaseDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Kidney Disease.
- COVID-19Dr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about COVID-19.
- CryptococcosisDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Cryptococcosis.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- EndoscopyDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- FluDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Flu.
- GangreneDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Gangrene.
- HepatitisDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hepatitis CDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- Landau-Kleffner SyndromeDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Landau-Kleffner Syndrome.
- Long Haul COVIDDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Long Haul COVID.
- LymphangitisDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Lymphangitis.
- MeningitisDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Meningitis.
- Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)
- NecrosisDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
- OsteomyelitisDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Osteomyelitis.
- Osteomyelitis in ChildrenDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Osteomyelitis in Children.
- OtitisDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Otitis.
- ParainfluenzaDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Parainfluenza.
- Parainfluenza Virus Type 3Dr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Parainfluenza Virus Type 3.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- ProstatectomyDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Prostatectomy.
- Pseudomembranous ColitisDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomembranous Colitis.
- Scrotal SwellingDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Scrotal Swelling.
- Strep ThroatDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Strep Throat.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
- UreteroscopyDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Ureteroscopy.
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)Dr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).
- Urinary Tract Infection in ChildrenDr. Shahab isExperienced. Learn about Urinary Tract Infection in Children.