What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.60
Average wait time
3.87
Bedside manner
4.76
“The doctor takes the time to explain things clearly. He answered all my questions patiently. Highly professional and instills confidence.”
Bruce M.June 17, 2021
“My first time in this office and I was extraordinarily pleased with Dr. Shafizadeh's patience in answering my questions, and explaining the next steps in my treatment. ”
Johnnie H.May 18, 2021
About Dr. Farshad Shafizadeh
Dr. Shafizadeh is a board-certified urologist and urological surgeon licensed to practice urology in the State of New York. He is the Director of Voiding and Sexual Medicine at New York Presbyterian Queens, Weill Cornell Medical Center, and Assistant Professor of Urology at New York Presbyterian.
Dr. Shafizadeh's particular areas of interest include the treatment of voiding dysfunction, conditions such as urinary incontinence related to pelvic prolapse in women, prostate-related disorders in men, and sexual disorders in both men and women. With many years of clinical practice in major academic centers, Dr. Shafizadeh is well versed in minimally invasive procedures such as robotic-assisted laparoscopic reconstructive surgeries for correction of pelvic prolapse and laparoscopic robotic surgeries of the prostate and kidney.
Dr. Shafizadeh fled his native Iran on foot as a young teen during the horrific years of the Iran-Iraq War. Making his way across the mountains and deserts of Iran into Pakistan and then to Vienna, he arrived in the United States in 1985.
He attended school during the day and worked nights to support himself and later his family. He attended college on a full academic scholarship with a concentration in biophysics. Subsequently, he received his medical degree (Doctor of Medicine) from the State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center. Dr. Shafizadeh completed both his general surgery and urology residencies at Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, Montefiore Medical Center.
Upon completing his residency, Dr. Shafizadeh was appointed Assistant Director of Urology at Cabrini Medical Center in Manhattan. Soon thereafter, he was also appointed the residency coordinator for the Mount Sinai Department of Urology at Cabrini Medical Center, where he was extensively involved with residency training and teaching-a long-held interest along with practicing medicine and surgery.
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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.
Kidney stone disease
Acute urinary tract infection
Urine flow blockage
Male erectile dysfunction
Urination/bladder dysfunction
Endoscopy of the urethra and bladder
Kidney stone disease
Acute urinary tract infection
Urine flow blockage
Male erectile dysfunction
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Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- New York Hospital Queens
- New York-Presbyterian Hospital / Weill Cornell Medical Center
- Mount Sinai Beth Israel
Board certifications
- American Board of Urology
- Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (Urology)
Education and training
- Medical School - State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Doctor of Medicine
- Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, Montefiore Medical Center, Residency in General Surgery
- Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, Montefiore Medical Center, Residency in Urology
Professional memberships
- American Urological Association
- American Medical Association
- New York County Medical Society
Awards and publications
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor
- Castle Connolly Best Doctors- Urology, New York 2014/2015/2016/2017
- Vitals- Patients Choice award
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
- Hebrew
- Farsi
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1003911132
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.60
Wait time
3.87
Bedside manner
4.76
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It was a good service especially by ultrasound technician. But I felt rushed at consultation and had a two hour wait time.
April 19, 2018Initials hidden
Excellent doctors and specialists. Clear and honest diagnosis. Wait time was a little long but worth the quality of care.
February 25, 2018Neil O.Verified patient
My Doctor is Wonderful and that goes for the entire Staff. They make you feel so at home. They are friendly and caring.
More than 1 year agoJack D.Verified patient
Wonderful bedside manner ,excellent surgeon .
The staff is friendly and efficient .
Highly recommend .
August 22, 2017Mary - Laura K.Verified patient
he was compassionate and gave his assesments in going forward to my problem in an understanding way.
April 5, 2012Dominick P.Verified patient
Been to Dr. Shafizadeh 4 times. Have no complaints from any of my visits and trust his opinions.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
The doctor and his staff were wonderful, but the wait time was long. Worth the wait, though.
August 6, 2015Initials hidden
I’ve been a patient of Dr Shafizadeh for many years. Ver my professional and knowledgeable .
January 31, 2020Cesar Q.Verified patient
great doctor. very personable and professional. wait time was a little more than expected.
December 28, 2012Alex G.Verified patient
Unlike my prior Urologist, Dr. Shafizadeh diagnosed my problem and came up with a solution.
March 17, 2017Steven P.Verified patient
He was very clear and willing to work with me about payment since I didn't have insurance.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Fabulous doctor. Very smart and professional - creates a very comfortable environment.
February 28, 2012Gordon B.Verified patient
Dr. shafizadeh is very skillful and very bright. I have enjoyed my session with him
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
A pleasant and human environment. It was a quiet and very professional experience.
More than 1 year agoIgnacio U.Verified patient
He spent more time with me in one visit than my original urologist did in 4 months!
February 10, 2015Paul L.Verified patient
A great doctor - very knowledgable, friendly and takes time with his patients!
May 10, 2015Scott C.Verified patient
The Dr was great . Since a nice and professional guy . Highly recommended
March 19, 2015Junior J.Verified patient
Very profesional and explained and has understood my problem every time .
September 12, 2016Cesar Q.Verified patient
I appreciated his professionalism and wisdom. My wife was also impressed.
February 17, 2012Initials hidden
Very disfunctional office and argumentative doctor! Not returning.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
The doctor and his staff addressed my situation professionally.
June 1, 2021Bruce M.Verified patient
Great doctor, seemed genuinely concerned about my health needs.
February 19, 2021Alex R.Verified patient
He is an excellent doctor, very concern about his patients needs.
May 12, 2015Juana M S.Verified patient
Very satisfied with my visit. Very professional office.
May 2, 2023Initials hidden
Great experience. 9:30 appointment. 9:34 the doctor saw me.
December 2, 2021Nicolas P.Verified patient
Dr. Shafizadeh is very nice and professional sergeon.
January 18, 2017Maciej R.Verified patient
A phenomenal doctor! Highly talented and friendly.
January 16, 2015Scott C.Verified patient
over all great experience .
February 20, 2026Jonathan T.Verified patient
Avoid!
I come from a family of doctors so I'm very lenient -- I'm not one to write negative reviews. I've had a few very bad experiences with Dr. Farshad -- in short, he's solely focused on maximizing the number of patients he sees.
His office cancelled on me the day of my appointment, switched me to his partner a week later, then switched me back to himself even though he was backlogged (i.e., saw me 40 mins later).
His bloodwork took a week to return; once it did, he put NO notes although there were 1-2 items that required context. Rather than simply annotating the bloodwork to say "normal", I had to pay for a follow up to have the results explained. Worse, he blew off that appointment and then angrily called me to give me 6 mins of his time (and charged me for it).
Lastly, he suggested further testing but refused refer me to another doctor. I gave him feedback and he hung up in my face saying he has "500 patients to treat and can't spend time with them all."
Unbelievable.
March 3, 2022Initials hidden
The doctor takes the time to explain things clearly. He answered all my questions patiently. Highly professional and instills confidence.
June 17, 2021Bruce M.Verified patient
My first time in this office and I was extraordinarily pleased with Dr. Shafizadeh's patience in answering my questions, and explaining the next steps in my treatment.
May 18, 2021Johnnie H.Verified patient
He listen to all my concern
More than 1 year agoPavlova B.Verified patient
I am very satisfied with the treatment and the professional advice I received during my visit. Dr. Shafizadeh gave an explanation of the problem and the available solution in a clear and concise manner.
Also the staff was very friendly and professional. I would highly recommend the place.
October 12, 2020Boris D.Verified patient
Very thorough and attentive to my needs.
May 24, 2020Initials hidden
Visit was great Dr. Shafizadeh was very thorough.
He addressed all of my concerns. A little waiting was expected especially in NYC but overall worthwhile.
February 4, 2020Lawrence S.Verified patient
Doctors in the try state area please do not over book your appointments we are not cattle we are humans with several responsibilities like you, and we do not appreciate letting us wait for 45 to 60 min. walked in the office and the waiting room was standing room only. i assure you they over book their appointments and i waited one and half month to get the doctors earliest appointment.
October 18, 2018Initials hidden
A warm, knowledgable doctor, who made me feel like I was in good hands.
This was my first time, and I would recommend him to anyone who needs his services.
January 30, 2018Stephen B.Verified patient
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May 26, 2017Jean-calvin B.Verified patient
The doctor is very pleasant, takes his time to explain everything. The whole staff is great , I felt comfortable from the first time I walked in. They make you feel like you know them your whole life.
February 18, 2017Samra K.Verified patient
I have been seeing Dr. Shafizadeh for about a year now. He is always very attentive and caring. Would highly recommend to anyone.
October 24, 2016Andrea C.Verified patient
great staff -- warm -- very professional
October 28, 2015Steven Butow S.Verified patient
The ladies at the front desk were on top of things, sweet, and communicated very well with me. The Doctor was very nice and made me feel like he cared about my health. I did not feel rushed. He took his time with me. Thank you! :)
August 26, 2015Robert H.Verified patient
Dr Farshad Shafizadeh appears very knowledgeable and throrough in his examination this is my first visit so will update you as we go along
June 18, 2015Al R.Verified patient
Dr. Shafizadeh was friendly and knowledgeable. He made me feel at-ease, answered my many questions and listened to all my concerns. He is attentive and sensitive. Would highly recommend.
April 1, 2015Andrea C.Verified patient
He took the time to answer all my questions thoroughly. The staff was extremely friendly. He is definitely ahead of the game when it comes to the newest and latest procedures.
March 29, 2015Initials hidden
The service was excellent.
More than 1 year agoAnthony J.Verified patient
Nice doctor. Friendly and professional. He apologized for keeping me waiting. That was a nice touch. Would definitely recommend.
February 3, 2015William R.Verified patient
Initial visit was fine and no complaints. He was very thorough. Where i am a little dissapointed is follow up... I called 3 times for follow up on some readings from NY Radiology but I can not get the doctor or anyone else from the office to return my calls. It's as though my name is on a list to call but so far nobody has gotten around to it. A for initial but D- for follow through.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
He was very nice and professional. He really understood me and offered to do testing even though he didn't believe there was a big cause for concern. I appreciate that big time, as other doctors wouldn't be as willing to go that extra mile.
January 6, 2015Vallyn F.Verified patient
I had two appointments. The first was perfect. Very knowledgable doctor, very good bedside manner and charming personality. He took the time to answer all my questions. The second time it was different, was waiting for over an hour and a half to be seen. You could tell everything in the offce was running behind schedule and he seemed very rushed, i asked him a couple questions and he said "you have to choose, i either answer your question, or i do the procedure that we scheduled because i have to go". After waiting for an hour to speak with him it felt frustrating. I like to think the second time was an exception, and that the first appointment was the rule. Other than that, very good.
December 8, 2014Gustavo B.Verified patient
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Which hospital is Dr. Farshad Shafizadeh affiliated with?
Dr. Farshad Shafizadeh is affiliated with New York Hospital Queens, New York-Presbyterian Hospital / Weill Cornell Medical Center, and Mount Sinai Beth Israel.
What practice does Dr. Farshad Shafizadeh work with?
Dr. Farshad Shafizadeh works with New York Urologic.
Where is Dr. Farshad Shafizadeh's office located?
Dr. Farshad Shafizadeh's office is located at 461 Park Ave S, New York, NY 10016.
Which board certifications does Dr. Farshad Shafizadeh have?
Dr. Farshad Shafizadeh is certified by American Board of Urology and Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (Urology).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Farshad Shafizadeh?
Dr. Farshad Shafizadeh frequently sees patients for Botox Treatment, Erectile Dysfunction / Impotence / Male Sexual Dysfunction, Infertility Consultation, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Urology Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Farshad Shafizadeh on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Farshad Shafizadeh speak?
Dr. Farshad Shafizadeh speaks English, Spanish, Hebrew, and Farsi.
How do patients rate Dr. Farshad Shafizadeh in reviews?
171 patients have reviewed Dr. Farshad Shafizadeh. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.6/5. They have a 4.76/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.87/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.