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Dr. Safwat Shaker, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 66
Dr. Safwat Shaker, MD
4.7 (213 Ratings)

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Dr. Safwat Shaker, MD is an Internist in Hackensack, NJ.
Dr. Safwat Shaker, MD
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Dr. Safwat Shaker, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 66
Hackensack, NJ
Accepting new patients
42 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Safwat Shaker, MD is an Internist in Hackensack, NJ.

About

Dr. Shaker graduated from University Of Cairo Faculty Of Med Cairo Egypt in 1982 and completed a residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center.Dr. Safwat Shaker, MD is an Internist in Hackensack, NJ and has 42 years experience. Dr. Shaker currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center and Holy Name Medical Center. Dr. Shaker has experience treating conditions like Acute Bronchitis and Acute Lower Respiratory Infection among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shaker received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 213 times. Dr. Shaker's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Shaker also speaks Arabic and Spanish. Dr. Shaker is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Acute Bronchitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Wellness Examination
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Wellness Examination
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Constipation
Foot Infection
Joint Pain
Loss of Voice or Hoarse Voice
Nail Infection
Pharyngitis
Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Cardiovascular Disease Counseling
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Abdominal Pain
Acidosis
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Acne
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Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Administrative Physical
Adult Failure to Thrive
Alkalosis
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Allergies
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Back Pain
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bird Flu
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Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchitis
Cachexia
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chlamydia Infections
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Prostatitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Cluster Headache
Coccygeal Pain
Cold Sore
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dehydration
Depression
Depressive Disorders
Diabetes
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
Gait Abnormality
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Genital Herpes
Gout
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Hair Loss
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
High Cholesterol
Hip Sprain
Hives
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypogonadism
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Influenza (Flu)
Injuries
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Insomnia
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
Knee Sprain
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Lyme Disease
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Mastodynia
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Nausea
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Neurogenic Bladder
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Onychogryphosis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pericardial Disease
Perimenopause
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pneumonia
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polymyositis
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postherpetic Neuralgia
Prostatitis
Purpura
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Radiculopathy
Rash
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Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Rhabdomyolysis
Ringworm
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Sarcoidosis
Scabies
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Sciatica
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Sebaceous Cysts
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Shortness of Breath
Sickle Cell Disease
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stye
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Swine Flu
Symptomatic Menopause
Tension Headache
Testicular Dysfunction
Thrush
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Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Tobacco Use Disorder
Tonsillitis
Torticollis
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Trichomoniasis
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Hepatitis
Viral Infection
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Wrist Sprain or Strain
Bladder Scan
Blood Draw
CDL Physical Examination
Chronic Care Management
Diabetes Counseling
Diabetic Foot Exam
Immunization
Physical Examination
Smoking Cessation Counseling
Spirometry
Ultrasound, Abdominal Aortic
Vaccination

Insurance Accepted

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    AWH NJ Choice MultiTier POS II
    Premier Care Network APCN Choice (OAMC) POS II
    Choice Plus POS II
    Savings Plus of Metro, NY
    AWH NJ Choice MultiTier - Maximum Savings POS II
    Aetna HMO
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    Local Value Network POS Plus
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    Blue Card PPO
    Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
  • BCBS PPO
    Blue High Performance Network
    PPOBlue PPO
  • Cigna HMO
    Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
    LocalPlus
  • MagnaCare PPO
  • MVP Health Plan EPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Oscar Circle EPO

Locations

  1. 1 Xpress Diagnostics Laboratory LLC
    38 Summit Ave, Hackensack, NJ 07601
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    13:00 - 20:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 14:00
    Saturday
    08:30 - 13:30
  2. 2 Montclair Family Practice LLC
    230 Sherman Ave Ste A, Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
  3. 3 Complete Care at Regent LLC
    50 Polifly Rd, Hackensack, NJ 07601
  4. 4 Shaker Medical Group-Hospitalists LLC
    155 Polifly Rd Ste 301, Hackensack, NJ 07601

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shaker
4.7
Based on 213 Reviews
5 Stars (194)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (2)
2 Stars (4)
1 Star (11)

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Mar 16, 2022
Dr shaker i have went to for many years and he and his children are fantastic. Very caring and compensate, i highly recommend their office and front end excellent especially Monica who i have been dealing with for years, i give them 5 stars.
Michael n Teresa Kernes — Mar 16, 2022
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Languages Spoken
Arabic
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University Of Cairo Faculty Of Med Cairo Egypt
    1982
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center
    1994
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Ass Professor Rutgers
    2015
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Safwat Shaker, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shaker's profile.

Dr. Shaker frequently treats the following conditions: Acute Bronchitis and Acute Lower Respiratory Infection. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Safwat Shaker, MD is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center and Holy Name Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Safwat Shaker, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Hackensack University Medical Center

    30 Prospect Ave, Hackensack, NJ

  • Holy Name Medical Center

    718 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck, NJ