What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.93
Average wait time
4.88
Bedside manner
4.89
“Dr. Shakir was very nice and knowledgeable. She listened to my concerns, and was extremely thorough. ”
Melissa T.January 10, 2026
“I recently visited Marlboro Medical Group and had a truly outstanding experience. The entire team was professional, kind, and incredibly efficient.
From the moment I checked in, the administrative staff was welcoming and handled everything quickly. My physician, Dr. Aarefa Shakir, MD, was excellent—she were thorough, attentive, and took the time to listen to all my concerns without making me feel rushed.
It's rare to find an office that combines such high-quality medical care with such a positive patient experience. I highly recommend this office to anyone looking for great care!
Vladimir”
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About Dr. Aarefa Shakir
Please note Dr Shakir only sees patients 18 years of age & older. If you do not meet these requirements, your Zocdoc appointment may be cancelled. Thank you for your understanding.
I am a very dedicated and compassionate family practitioner. I integrate evidence-based medicine with clinical knowledge to provide the best care to my patients. I have multiple years of experience working with children up to geriatric patient populations. I understand many different cultures and incorporate traditional values and practices into my treatment modules.
I am trained in taking care of families of different age groups. Highly interested in teaching and doing community lectures.
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Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Chronic high blood pressure
High cholesterol
Lower back pain
Emphysema (COPD)
Chronic diabetes
Chronic high blood pressure
High cholesterol
Lower back pain
Emphysema (COPD)
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Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
Board certifications
- American Board of Family Medicine
Education and training
- Medical School - Terna Medical College, Doctor of Medicine
- CentraState Medical Center, Residency in Family Medicine
Languages spoken
- English
- Hindi
- Urdu
- Marathi
- Gujarati
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1295942548
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.93
Wait time
4.88
Bedside manner
4.89
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Dr. Shakir was very nice and knowledgeable. She listened to my concerns, and was extremely thorough.
January 10, 2026Melissa T.Verified patient
Great doctor, staff. Thorough examination and best approach towards treatment was shared. I felt i was in safe hands.
July 24, 2025Manisha S.Verified patient
I would definitely come back here again the staff was very friendly & my dr was very great.
August 22, 2025Faheem M.Verified patient
She is very great human being, kind ,smart
She is very helpful and caring person
October 8, 2025Sanjeevani S.Verified patient
Outstanding in every way. Highly skilled, patient, knowledgeable, thoughtful
August 25, 2025Karen D.Verified patient
Everyone at RWJ was extremely helpful and professional
September 30, 2025Ronald S.Verified patient
Very friendly doctor and asked what my needs were.
August 16, 2025Jenny P.Verified patient
Was a great experience
December 5, 2025Melinda F.Verified patient
I recently visited Marlboro Medical Group and had a truly outstanding experience. The entire team was professional, kind, and incredibly efficient.
From the moment I checked in, the administrative staff was welcoming and handled everything quickly. My physician, Dr. Aarefa Shakir, MD, was excellent—she were thorough, attentive, and took the time to listen to all my concerns without making me feel rushed.
It's rare to find an office that combines such high-quality medical care with such a positive patient experience. I highly recommend this office to anyone looking for great care!
Vladimir
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The clinic was running on time. The doctor asked good questions about my overall goals and reasons for (finally!) seeing a primary care doctor and not just specialists. Her approach was preventative with an interest in getting to the root cause of issues and not just offering a medication or a quick fix. Bonus: the phlebotomist drew blood without pain and on his first attempt!
October 16, 2025Rumbi M.Verified patient
This was my first visit, so I arrived a 1/2 hour before my scheduled appointment time. As soon as I arrived I was able to check in. I only had to wait about 5 mins before a PA called me back to go through the initial procedures (general health stats, questions about medical history, etc.). Since I was quite early for my appointment, I did have to wait a bit for Dr. Shakir to finish up with another patient, which was totally understandable. Dr. Shakir was very thorough, listened to all of my questions/concerns, and provided clear feedback. Everyone I encountered, from the receptionist, PA, EKG tech, phlebotomist, and Dr. Shakir were friendly and personable. The office itself appeared to be fairly new and well maintained, too. Highly recommend!
October 14, 2025Cynthia M.Verified patient
Best doctor experience EVER! Dr was so kind and personable & the staff was also fantastic. I was so nervous for bloodwork, the phlebotomist and nurse were so sweet and calming to help me get through. 10/10 recommend and will never go elsewhere
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Quick, easy. Kind staff and clean office. Went in for physical, and bloodwork and urology was done on-site very conveniently. Definitely recommended as my new PCP.
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Wonderfully kind and amazing bedside manners. First doctor to thoroughly explain symptoms and treatments without making it feel rushed or an inconvenience
August 28, 2025Shareen M.Verified patient
Really kind thorough and patient
August 13, 2025Olivia S.Verified patient
She was an amazing doctor, listened to all of my concerns very carefully and addressed each and everyone of them! Very well spoken and extremely sweet!
August 7, 2025Aneela Z.Verified patient
Over all professional
August 4, 2025Goda D.Verified patient
By far the best experience I’ve had with a doctor. I left without any questions about the “next steps” concerning my health. Dr. Shakir was very communicative, clear, friendly, and very helpful. Not the mention that the bloodwork I had to do was painless!! Great staff and great experience all around.
July 24, 2025Gabriella E.Verified patient
Awesome experience ???? . Doctor was amazing. Dr Aarefa Shakir did thorough check up for my annual visit and she is very informative and knowledgeable in her field. She is by far the best primary care doctor I have got . She takes her time answering all of my questions and never makes me feel like she is in a rush. Staff is exceptional and they made me very comfortable.
July 16, 2025Sneha P.Verified patient
Amazing! Lovely Dr and staff
May 22, 2025Ralph D.Verified patient
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Which hospital is Dr. Aarefa Shakir affiliated with?
Dr. Aarefa Shakir is affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Aarefa Shakir work with?
Dr. Aarefa Shakir works with Primary Care at Marlboro.
Where is Dr. Aarefa Shakir's office located?
Dr. Aarefa Shakir's office is located at 45 County Rd 520, Englishtown, NJ 07726.
Which board certifications does Dr. Aarefa Shakir have?
Dr. Aarefa Shakir is certified by American Board of Family Medicine.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Aarefa Shakir?
Dr. Aarefa Shakir frequently sees patients for Annual Physical, Arthritis, Chiropractic Consultation, Foot Consultation, and Illness. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Aarefa Shakir on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Aarefa Shakir speak?
Dr. Aarefa Shakir speaks English, Hindi, Urdu, Marathi, and Gujarati.
How do patients rate Dr. Aarefa Shakir in reviews?
67 patients have reviewed Dr. Aarefa Shakir. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.93/5. They have a 4.89/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.88/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.