Department Of Pediatric Gastroenterology
155 Polifly Road, Suite 102, 
Hackensack, NJ 

Overview

Shamila Zawahir is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Zawahir has been practicing medicine for over 23 years. Her top areas of expertise are Delayed Growth, Celiac Disease, Agenesis of the Dorsal Pancreas, Lactose Intolerance, and Colonoscopy.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Sri Siddhartha Medical College, 2003.0

Residency

NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem

Specialties

Pediatric Gastroenterology

Licenses

Pediatric Gastroenterology in MD

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

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Locations

Department of Pediatric Gastroenterology
155 Polifly Road, Suite 102, Hackensack, NJ 7601.
Other Locations
102 James Street, Suite 303, Edison, NJ 8820.

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. Shamila B. Zawahir

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shamila B. Zawahir?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Shamila B. Zawahir by calling their office at 551-996-8840. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Shamila B. Zawahir a top-rated expert for Delayed Growth?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shamila B. Zawahir is classified as an Experienced expert for Delayed Growth, 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. Shamila B. Zawahir specialize in?

While Dr. Shamila B. Zawahir is a Pediatric Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Delayed Growth, Celiac Disease, and Agenesis of the Dorsal Pancreas. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Shamila B. Zawahir participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Shamila B. Zawahir has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Delayed Growth. You can view a list of Dr. Shamila B. Zawahir's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Shamila B. Zawahir accept my insurance?

Dr. Shamila B. Zawahir accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 551-996-8840 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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