Overview
Umar Zahid is a Nephrologist in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Zahid has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. His top areas of expertise are Smoldering Multiple Myeloma and Secondary Peritonitis.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 29 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1 Brookdale Plz, Brooklyn, NY 11212
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.
CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion
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CUIMC/Russ Berrie Medical Science Pavilion
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Umar Zahid
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Umar Zahid?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Umar Zahid by calling their office at 718-240-5000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Umar Zahid a top-rated expert for Smoldering Multiple Myeloma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Umar Zahid is classified as an Experienced expert for Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, 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. Umar Zahid specialize in?
While Dr. Umar Zahid is a Nephrology, they have specific expertise in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Secondary Peritonitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nephrology.
Does Dr. Umar Zahid participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Umar Zahid has published 29 articles and abstracts on conditions like Smoldering Multiple Myeloma. You can view a list of Dr. Umar Zahid's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Umar Zahid accept my insurance?
Dr. Umar Zahid accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-240-5000 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
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- Secondary PeritonitisDr. Zahid isExperienced. Learn about Secondary Peritonitis.
- Smoldering Multiple MyelomaDr. Zahid isExperienced. Learn about Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.
