Dr. Shahanaz Begum, MD

Dr. Shahanaz Begum, MD

Family Physician
617.7 mi · 155 E 76th St, 1J, New York, NY 10021

At a glance

4.63 stars (177 reviews)
93% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 6 insurances
Aetna, Centers Plan for Healthy Living, Cigna, Cigna-HealthSpring, Medicare, more+ ·
Works at Dr. Shahanaz Begum
Speaks English
4.63
177 reviews
Bedside manner
4.6
Wait time
4.9

Recent reviews

What stood out to me was that she listened to my concerns and took notes. She gave me so much valuable information. I look forward to working with her as my new primary doctor, and I believe she will get me physically and mentally better.
Verified patient
Dr. Begum is kind, patient and a wonderful listener. She has an excellent bedside manner and really cares about her patients. I can't recommend her enough!
Verified patient

Office location

shahanaz begum
617.7 mi · 155 E 76th St, 1J, New York, NY, 10021

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In-network insurances

Aetna
Cigna
Medicare
Aetna
Cigna
Medicare

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
High cholesterol
Chronic high blood pressure
Chronic diabetes
High cholesterol
Chronic high blood pressure
Chronic diabetes

More about Dr. Shahanaz Begum, MD

Primary Healthcare doctor with over 32 years of experience, trained at Rajshahi Medical College & Hospital with a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, and completed a Residency in Family Medicine at Saint John's Episcopal Hospital. We see patients of all ages. We are currently renegotiating terms with our network of insurance companies. Accepted plans include Aetna, Cigna, Fidelis, Medicare, and cash. We will be adding more plans on a weekly basis. Please try to keep your appointments made on ZocDoc, and let us know if you need to reschedule.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - Rajshahi Medical College & Hospital, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
Saint John's Episcopal Hospital, Residency in Family Medicine

Practice

Dr. Shahanaz Begum

Background

Languages spoken

English

Gender

Female

NPI number

#1437391810

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.63
Wait time
4.88
Bedside manner
4.63
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Very helpful and actually listened to everything I said. Funny and friendly staff that made you feel extremely welcome.
Verified patient
Dr. Begum was incredibly warm and welcoming. I really appreciated the time that she spent learning about my background.
Verified patient
Really loved how she took the time to get to know me. Very easy experience. Great support staff as well.
Verified patient
Super sweet, friendly and knowledgeable. And funny! Great relaxing experience overall. No wait time.
Verified patient
They were very subtle and gentle with how they handled me… Felt comfortable and relaxed! Thanks guys!
Verified patient
I needed to see a good general practitioner and my first visit was grate just what I wanted to see in a doctor.?
Verified patient
My visit with Dr.Shahanaz was very successful and I’m looking forward to meeting with her again.
Verified patient
Dr. Begum was patient and knowledgable. I did not feel rushed in any way. I would highly recommend her.
Verified patient
I highly recommend this doctor, I will probably come back many times, great service!
Verified patient
Great listener and very concerning about my care. Another great doctor added to the network.
Verified patient
Amazing experience! Very friendly! Would definitely recommend coming here!!
Verified patient
I was seen promptly, helped througout th eprocess, was a great first experience. Thanks!
Verified patient
Amazing service and very nice to my daughter. Got my answers right away
Verified patient
Dr. Begum is a wonderful and efficient doctor and person
Verified patient
Good and knowledgeable physician. Good location easy to find!!
Verified patient
Dr. Begum was very patient and empathetic. highly recommend.
Verified patient
Couldn’t ask for a better doctor! Very nice and attentive Recommend 100%
Verified patient
Friendly and welcoming atmosphere. I loved my time there ??
Verified patient
Very professional, Newly furnished office, upscale and clean.
Verified patient
Fantastic service provided by the office and Dr. Begum.
Attentive and listens and addresses your concerns
Verified patient
Don’t book, the dates are wrong for Sunday at least
Verified patient
What stood out to me was that she listened to my concerns and took notes. She gave me so much valuable information. I look forward to working with her as my new primary doctor, and I believe she will get me physically and mentally better.
Verified patient
Pros: friendly office staff, clean office, comprehensive service, cookies after blood test Cons: unprofessional appointment reminder texts that start with “hey what’s up,” office is difficult to find and no one answers the office phone, Dr is quick to dismiss concerns based on outdated tests, quick to jump to extreme conclusions based on minor symptoms, Dr performs blood draw and left huge bruise, test results are sent via unencrypted text morning of scheduled follow up call for “self review” and told a follow up call isn’t necessary unless wanted
Amazing experience
Verified patient
Dr. Begum is kind, patient and a wonderful listener. She has an excellent bedside manner and really cares about her patients. I can't recommend her enough!
Verified patient
I want to start off by saying she was very nice. But she seemed slightly unorganized and unstructured. Furthermore her son kind of kept walking into the room during the appointment. I also asked her, what would she be testing me for with my blood work multiple times. She couldn’t give me a clear answer. I told her about some concerns I had but I’m still unclear as to where i am with it because I do not know what she tested me for. I believe she will send results soon. The last major concern I have is the cultural difference with medicine. I told her about a traumatic experience and the depression that followed. Her response was “Well were you still going to work? If so you were not depressed.” She goes on to ask me if I was medicated for depression and the tone was very dismissive. I want to make the point that she and her son are very sweet and friendly, I just think the way they conducted the appointment didn’t feel very informative on the medical end. But they are nice people.
The doctor was so kind and warm — made me feel seen and heard the entire visit. The office was cozy, the staff was sweet (shoutout to the cookies), and I didn’t feel rushed at all. I came in nervous, but I left feeling reassured. Highly recommend if you’re looking for care with heart.
Verified patient
Great
Verified patient
The staff was very welcoming I did not wait 5 minutes before I was called . The doctor took her time with me and listened which is what I been needing for a while she made me feel very comfortable and was very interested in what my concerns were . I will highly recommend her . All the test where done and it was a pleasure being there . Thanks for being a good doctor . Highly recommend her for anyone looking for a doctor who listens and cares ..
Verified patient
I had a great experience during my recent appointment. The staff was friendly and efficient, and I didn’t have to wait long to be seen. The doctor was attentive, took the time to listen to my concerns, and explained everything clearly. I felt comfortable and well cared for throughout the entire visit. Highly recommend this practice to anyone looking for quality care.
Verified patient
The office was very clean.. if your appointment is 11:30 your seen at 11:30.. so your not just sitting waiting.. the doctor spaces her appointment apart so that she is not rushing your appointment She ask everything to get to know as much about you.. I live that you can bring the whole family to see her.. she is my new pcp.. plus she has weekend appointment which was what I needed.
Verified patient
Amazing experience! I hadn’t seen a PCP in many years so I was very nervous but Dr. Begum made me feel very relaxed and at ease. I was the only patient and the office was very welcoming, it was the best Dr. experience I’ve ever had & I will be recommending her to everyone I know!
Verified patient
She was very friendly and welcoming, I was immediately greeted and seen upon entry and was not in the office for longer than an hour
Dr. Begum was fantastic! She was attentive, kind, and very thorough in her approach. As a great internist, she took the time to listen and address all my concerns with care and expertise. I feel lucky to have found her and highly recommend her to anyone seeking a knowledgeable and compassionate doctor.
I had an incredible experience with Dr. Begum during my annual physical. She was kind, patient, personable, extremely knowledgeable. Her and the team made me feel comfortable throughout my entire visit. I will definitely recommend her to others.
Verified patient
I had an excellent experience with my new general practitioner. She was incredibly flexible and communicated my lab results to me as quickly as possible. The consultation was thorough, and she provided invaluable advice and guidance. I will definitely be seeing her again! A big thank you as well to her assistant and son, who helped in every way—from seamlessly scheduling my appointment to ensuring my medications were sent to the pharmacy. Really great job from the entire team!
Verified patient
My visit to Dr. Begum wasn't pleasant at all. Her son who is her admin consistently interrupted my appointment and she kept the door open where he and the waiting entire waiting room can hear all of my medical history. He never said "Excuse me" when interrupting my annual check up. There was no soap in the bathroom and I had to provide a urine sample, which is extremely unacceptable especially for a doctor's office. When I came for my blood results not only did she not remember me from 2 weeks ago but she then stated that my thyroid looked swollen, but how could she determine that if she doesn't remember me from my prior appointment. While going over my blood results she wasn't able to correctly inform me about what my concerns were due to the language barrier. All in all I would not recommend Dr. Begum it seems as though she wants to give out a lot of prescriptions.
Dr Begum was amazing! She took the time to really get to know my background and issues. She took the time and didn't rush me which is very rare to see in a doctor. I got an appointment right away with her and when I went I got seen right away. My appt was confirmed with a phone call and the doctor was always on hand if I had questions. I highly recommend Dr. Begum to anyone interested in a family doctor!
Verified patient
First visit: Thorough medical history preceded lab sample collections and exam. No on site office lab, radiography equipment. Given prescriptions and follow up appointment w/in same week to review lab results.
Dr. Begum is amazing and unlike any doctor I’ve seen before. I went to her super sick and she took a very holistic approach to how I was feeling. She did not only care about my symptoms but also asked questions about my lifestyle and family history to try to get a picture of my overall health. You will not fill out long intake forms and questionnaires like you do at other doctor’s offices because she will ask you all these questions herself. I did not feel rushed at all during my appointment - I spent a solid 30-45 minutes with her. To top it off, she sent me follow up texts to check in to see how I’m feeling. Dr. Begum truly cares about her patients and I’m so glad I found her!
Verified patient
What a fantastic experience! Happy to have found Dr. Begum. She was attentive, knowledgeable, thorough and professional. It felt as if I was being cared for by my mother- I could tell she has my best interest at heart. Would highly recommend!
Verified patient
I recently had my annual physical with Dr. Begum and it was an excellent experience. Although it was just a routine visit, she asked detailed questions and explained everything thoroughly. Her friendly demeanor and attentive care truly made a difference. I highly recommend her!
Verified patient
The meet itself was fine. Doctor told me she would call to go over results of blood test and did not. When i called she did not answer or return any of my calls. She did not upload my lab results onto my health portal.
Since I moved to NYC, 15 years ago, I have struggled to find a good primary care doctor. I believe I have find everything I was looking for with Shahanaz Begum. Mrs Begum asked me lot of questions, she did a very thorough examination and left nothing to chance, and listened very attentively to my answers and answered all my questions. I never felt rushed, or that she had other patients to care for. She followed up the next day with a call, to make sure I was doing alright with the meds she prescribed. I have serious health issue, but I know that I'm in good hands now. I can't tell you what a relief that is.
Verified patient
This office is brand new! When I arrived to my appointment, I was met right away by the doctor for my annual physical and she was extremely nice and welcoming.
Great care and very flexible.
Great job Doc
Verified patient
Very professional and friendly
Verified patient
Personable and takes her time to get to know you . She even does her own bloodwork. Knowledgeable and straight forward. She even gives reassuring hugs ??
Verified patient
Frequently asked questions

What practice does Dr. Shahanaz Begum work with?

Dr. Shahanaz Begum works with Dr. Shahanaz Begum.

Where is Dr. Shahanaz Begum's office located?

Dr. Shahanaz Begum's office is located at 155 E 76th St, New York, NY 10021.

What languages does Dr. Shahanaz Begum speak?

Dr. Shahanaz Begum speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Shahanaz Begum in reviews?

177 patients have reviewed Dr. Shahanaz Begum. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.63/5. They have a 4.63/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.88/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

Shahanaz Begum does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time.