What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.00
Average wait time
4.18
Bedside manner
4.18
About Dr. Linda Girgis
Linda Girgis, MD, FAAFP, is a board-certified family physician with nearly 30 years of experience. In addition to operating Girgis Family Practice with her husband, Moris Girgis, MD, FAAFP, in South River, New Jersey, for nearly 25 years, she is a clinical assistant professor at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, a faculty member of CME courses at Harvard Medical School, editor-in-chief of Physician’s Weekly, a columnist for MDEdge, and a frequent contributor to numerous media outlets.
Dr. Girgis received her medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies, and completed a residency in Family Medicine at St. Luke’s University Hospital/Sacred Heart Hospital, during which time the facility named her intern of the year.
Peers and various industry bodies have acknowledged her ongoing commitment to excellence in medicine by honoring her with numerous awards and recognition. She was named one of the Top 5 Women in Healthcare Blogs (Live Clinic, 2016), one of The Top 50 Health IT Blogs (HealthTech, 2017), one of the Top 25 Biotech Influencers to Follow on Twitter (Disrupter Daily, 2018), the Volunteer Faculty of the Year in Family Medicine (Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, 2019), and a Top Family Doctor in South River, New Jersey (2022, 2023).
Dr. Girgis is the author of eight books, has published articles in many media outlets, and has been interviewed in US News, CNN, Reader’s Digest, Huffington Post, Newsweek, and more, as well as on air for NBC Nightly News and CBS This Morning.
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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 diabetes
Chronic high blood pressure
Lower back pain
Bronchitis
Diabetic emergency
High cholesterol
Chronic diabetes
Chronic high blood pressure
Lower back pain
Bronchitis
Office location
Dr. Linda Girgis, MD, FAAFP also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Family Medicine
Education and training
- Medical School - St. George's University, Doctor of Medicine
- St. Luke's University Hospital - Bethlehem Campus, Residency in Family Medicine
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1295721108
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.00
Wait time
4.18
Bedside manner
4.18
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they weren’t open and i left a voicemail no one got back to me
July 13, 2025Anjelia C.Verified patient
Great appointment,I will be a patient.
July 22, 2025Patricia J.Verified patient
A student dr came in and asked me routine questions and listened to my heart and lungs. She was very nice! When Dr. Girgis came in, she basically asked me if I had any concerns, I told her my concerns and she recommended we run bloodwork. She left and they took me to a weird room in the back where a girl in a t-shirt and leggings who was quite rude and not very friendly drew my blood. I was told I had to come back in 2 weeks to get my results back. When I came back, the Dr discussed medication. It was sent to the pharmacy but then need a prior authorization. It’s been a month! Everytime I call for an update, I have to call 5-10 times and SOMETIMES I get someone to pickup. If I do get someone on the phone, they will put me on hold until they close. The one time I got someone on the phone, I kindly asked for guidance on my next steps to get my meds, and they told me they couldn’t help me because patients were in the office..and they would call me back later. Surprise! They never did.
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Very professional. Very helpful.
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Is Dr. Linda Girgis accepting new patients?
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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Linda Girgis online?
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What practice does Dr. Linda Girgis work with?
Dr. Linda Girgis works with Girgis Family Practice.
Where is Dr. Linda Girgis's office located?
Dr. Linda Girgis has 2 office locations in South River, view full addresses on Dr. Girgis's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Linda Girgis have?
Dr. Linda Girgis is certified by American Board of Family Medicine.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Linda Girgis?
Dr. Linda Girgis frequently sees patients for Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Annual Physical, ENT Consultation, Illness, and Pediatric Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Linda Girgis on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Linda Girgis speak?
Dr. Linda Girgis speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Linda Girgis in reviews?
20 patients have reviewed Dr. Linda Girgis. The overall rating for this doctor is 4/5. They have a 4.18/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.18/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.