What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.14
Average wait time
3.74
Bedside manner
4.22
“My appointment was made the same day. The office was very clean and the staff was pleasant. The only thing I didn't agree with is they required a card on file prior to seeing the provider. They didn't disclose that info when the appointment was made.”
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“My doctor’s visit went great. Everything checked out well, and the doctor was very understanding. I left feeling positive and reassured about my health.”
CARLENE A.October 13, 2025
About Dr. Umar Sheikh
Dr. Umar Sheikh is a dermatologist serving the New York City area. He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania and his medical degree from Saint Louis University. He subsequently completed a clinical research fellowship with specialty training in pediatric dermatology, eczema, and clinical trials from Saint Louis University. Dr. Sheikh completed both his internal medicine internship and his dermatology residency at the University of Chicago, where he was selected as a chief resident. During his training, Dr. Sheikh was awarded scholarships through the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery and the American Academy of Dermatology. He was a recipient of the Rising Derm Stars Award, a Global Health Distinction, and a scholarship for a global dermatology rotation in Cambodia.
Dr. Sheikh is part of several dermatology societies and has published widely in several leading national and international dermatological journals. His clinical interests include both rare and common skin conditions in diverse populations including eczema, contact dermatitis, psoriasis, acne, hair loss, and many more. Dr. Sheikh also maintains a keen interest in cosmetic dermatology with the ultimate goal of making his patients feel more confident in their own skin. Outside the clinic, Dr. Sheikh enjoys traveling, exploring New York City’s neighborhoods, coffee shops, music, and catching up with friends and family.
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Office locations
Lower Harlem Dermatology (35 of 54)
2121 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, New York, NY 10027
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Education and background
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Education and training
- Medical School - Saint Louis University, Doctor of Medicine
- University of Pennsylvania (Bachelor's)
- Saint Louis University, Fellowship in Pediatric Dermatology
- University of Chicago: Hyde Park, Internship in Internal Medicine
- University of Chicago: Hyde Park, Residency in Dermatology
Awards and publications
- Umar Sheikh was a Recipient of the Rising Derm Stars Award
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1558981274
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.14
Wait time
3.74
Bedside manner
4.22
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My appointment was made the same day. The office was very clean and the staff was pleasant. The only thing I didn't agree with is they required a card on file prior to seeing the provider. They didn't disclose that info when the appointment was made.
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My doctor’s visit went great. Everything checked out well, and the doctor was very understanding. I left feeling positive and reassured about my health.
October 13, 2025CARLENE A.Verified patient
Good experience ??
October 9, 2025Hina A.Verified patient
Doctor was very knowledgeable and professional.
April 10, 2025Jose G.Verified patient
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February 19, 2025Marilenny M.Verified patient
The office was really clean and staff was pretty helpful. I felt like the doctor kind of saw me really quick and didn’t really try to figure out a solution, kind of just looked at me really quick and suggested a lotion. Besides that everything else was pretty good.
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What practice does Dr. Umar Sheikh work with?
Dr. Umar Sheikh works with The Dermatology Specialists.
Where is Dr. Umar Sheikh's office located?
Dr. Umar Sheikh has 54 office locations, including in Brooklyn, Oceanside, Ridgewood, Valley Stream, New York, Bronx, South Richmond Hill, Rockaway Park, Forest Hills, Corona, Richmond Hill, Bayside, Astoria, Jackson Heights, New Rochelle, Jamaica, Long Island City, and Elmhurst, view full addresses on Dr. Sheikh's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Umar Sheikh?
Dr. Umar Sheikh frequently sees patients for Acne, Allergy Consultation, Annual Skin Screening, Dermatology Consultation, and Hair Loss. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Umar Sheikh on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Umar Sheikh speak?
Dr. Umar Sheikh speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Umar Sheikh in reviews?
28 patients have reviewed Dr. Umar Sheikh. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.14/5. They have a 4.22/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.74/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.