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 top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Myelitis, HIV/AIDS, Prostatectomy, and Endoscopy.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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Locations
1909 Plainview Ave Fl 2, Far Rockaway, NY 11691
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 Shahab
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Saira Shahab?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Saira Shahab by calling their office at 845-675-8318. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Saira Shahab a top-rated expert for Sepsis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Saira 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 Shahab specialize in?
While Dr. Saira Shahab is a Infectious Disease, they have specific expertise in Sepsis, Myelitis, and HIV/AIDS. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Infectious Disease.
Does Dr. Saira Shahab participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Saira Shahab has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Sepsis. You can view a list of Dr. Saira 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 Shahab accept my insurance?
Dr. Saira Shahab accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 845-675-8318 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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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.
- 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.