What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.88
Average wait time
4.78
Bedside manner
4.96
“Today was my first appointment with Dr. Shaheen and I couldn’t be happier. She made me feel heard and comforted after years of other doctors disregarding my health concerns. I’m so happy I found her!”
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“Dr. Shaheen is wonderful! Terrific bedside manner, extremely knowledgeable, and very kind. Will recommend her to anyone looking for practical and in-depth knowledge of all endocrinology-related issues, including PCOS which is why I visited her.”
Danielle K.January 9, 2024
About Dr. Zainab Shaheen
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Dr. Zainab Shaheen is a skilled internist and primary care doctor. She works with Mount Sinai Doctors in Astoria, NY, specializing in endocrinology. She treats various glandular problems, diabetes, hypertension, and osteoporosis. She also offers consultations for obesity, weight loss, growth problems, and birth control/contraception.
Dr. Shaheen obtained her bachelor's degree in medicine and surgery from Allama Iqbal Medical College. She then completed a residency in internal medicine at Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center. She is certified in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. Shaheen is a member of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinology. She has also been officially recognized for her Outstanding Abstract Presentation at the Endocrine Society Conference of 2020. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, Dr. Shaheen helps patients across a wide social spectrum.
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Dr. Zainab Shaheen, MD also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism (American Board of Internal Medicine)
Education and training
- Medical School - Allama Iqbal Medical College, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
- Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center, Residency in Internal Medicine
Professional memberships
- American Association of Clinical Endocrinology
Awards and publications
- Outstanding abstract Presentation at Endocrine Society Conference 2020
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1518344712
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.88
Wait time
4.78
Bedside manner
4.96
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Friendly staff clean office nice Dr fast service and they do there own blood work at the office which is a plus now a days
November 30, 2023Custodio E.Verified patient
Good listener and very care about her patients, she tried her best to help me out with my illness.
January 11, 2023Lihting K.Verified patient
Dr Shaheen is beautiful inside out. She explains everything patiently. Love her.
January 10, 2024Sook Yee A.Verified patient
Very nice doctor answered all my questions and listened to all of my concerns.
October 27, 2022Ceeasia H.Verified patient
Excellent doctor, very knowledgeable. Great bedside manor.
December 26, 2023Usman K.Verified patient
Today was my first appointment with Dr. Shaheen and I couldn’t be happier. She made me feel heard and comforted after years of other doctors disregarding my health concerns. I’m so happy I found her!
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She was amazing!!! Literally amazing!
January 11, 2024Mariusz P.Verified patient
Dr. Shaheen is wonderful! Terrific bedside manner, extremely knowledgeable, and very kind. Will recommend her to anyone looking for practical and in-depth knowledge of all endocrinology-related issues, including PCOS which is why I visited her.
January 9, 2024Danielle K.Verified patient
She is very thorough and great listener. Being sick, i get stuck in my explanation and she was able to decipher, what i was trying to convey. I appreciate her so much! Amazing human being.
December 4, 2023David E.Verified patient
Great Experience : Dr Shaheen really cares
November 30, 2023Howard S.Verified patient
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May 3, 2023Amarjot S.Verified patient
Dr. Shaheen is friendly, caring and actually listens. She just gets it if you know what that means. The staff is also friendly and personable. Glad I found my new dr.
February 7, 2023Sonali P.Verified patient
I recommend the Doctor: Zainab Shaheen, MD, she is very professional in her work, she took the time to treat me calmly and to use an interpreter during my visit, and the Clinic Staff, they were very precise in their information, they treated me immediately. The offices are very clean.
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What practice does Dr. Zainab Shaheen work with?
Dr. Zainab Shaheen works with Mount Sinai Doctors.
Where is Dr. Zainab Shaheen's office located?
Dr. Zainab Shaheen has 2 office locations in Astoria, view full addresses on Dr. Shaheen's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Zainab Shaheen have?
Dr. Zainab Shaheen is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine and Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism (American Board of Internal Medicine).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Zainab Shaheen?
Dr. Zainab Shaheen frequently sees patients for Annual Physical, Birth Control / Contraception, Endocrinology Consultation, Illness, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Zainab Shaheen on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Zainab Shaheen speak?
Dr. Zainab Shaheen speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Zainab Shaheen in reviews?
50 patients have reviewed Dr. Zainab Shaheen. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.88/5. They have a 4.96/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.78/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.