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Dr. Safwat Shaker, MD

Internal Medicine*
4.7 (212)
Map Pin Small Hackensack, NJ
Accepting new patients
42 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Safwat Shaker, MD

Dr. Safwat Shaker, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Hackensack, NJ. They specialize in Internal Medicine, has 42 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from University Of Cairo Faculty Of Med Cairo Egypt and is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center and Holy Name Medical Center. Dr. Shaker, completed a residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Shaker an average 4.7 star rating.

Dr. Shaker works at Practice in Hackensack, NJ with other offices in Glen Ridge, NJ. They frequently treat conditions like Acute Bronchitis and Acute Lower Respiratory Infection along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Shaker's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Xpress Diagnostics Laboratory LLC
    38 Summit Ave, Hackensack, NJ 07601 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (201) 343-6360
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    13:00 - 20:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 14:00
    Saturday
    08:30 - 13:30
  2. 2
    Montclair Family Practice
    230 Sherman Ave Ste A, Glen Ridge, NJ 07028 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (973) 746-6466
  3. 3
    Complete Care At Regent LLC
    50 Polifly Rd, Hackensack, NJ 07601 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (201) 488-8181
  4. 4
    Shaker Medical Group-hospitalists LLC
    155 Polifly Rd Ste 301, Hackensack, NJ 07601 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (201) 343-6360

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Hackensack University Medical Center
  • Holy Name Medical Center

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Acute Bronchitis
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All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Constipation
Joint Pain
Loss of Voice or Hoarse Voice
Pharyngitis
Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Cardiovascular Disease Counseling
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Abdominal Pain
Acidosis
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Acne
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Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Administrative Physical
Adult Failure to Thrive
Alkalosis
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Allergies
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Back Pain
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bird Flu
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Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchitis
Cachexia
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chlamydia Infections
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Prostatitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Cluster Headache
Coccygeal Pain
Cold Sore
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dehydration
Depression
Depressive Disorders
Diabetes
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
Foot Infection
Gait Abnormality
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Genital Herpes
Gout
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Hair Loss
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
High Cholesterol
Hip Sprain
Hives
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypogonadism
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Influenza (Flu)
Injuries
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Insomnia
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
Knee Sprain
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Low Blood Oxygen Level
Lyme Disease
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Mastodynia
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nail Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Nausea
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Neurogenic Bladder
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Onychogryphosis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pericardial Disease
Perimenopause
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pneumonia
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polymyositis
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postherpetic Neuralgia
Prostatitis
Purpura
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Radiculopathy
Rash
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Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Rhabdomyolysis
Ringworm
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Sarcoidosis
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Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Sebaceous Cysts
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Shortness of Breath
Sickle Cell Disease
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stye
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Swine Flu
Symptomatic Menopause
Tension Headache
Testicular Dysfunction
Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Tobacco Use Disorder
Tonsillitis
Torticollis
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Trichomoniasis
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Hepatitis
Viral Infection
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Wrist Sprain or Strain
Bladder Scan
Blood Draw
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
CDL Physical Examination
Chronic Care Management
Diabetes Counseling
Diabetic Foot Exam
Immunization
Physical Examination
Smoking Cessation Counseling
Spirometry
Vaccination
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    4.7
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    Based on 212 ratings
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    Specialties*
    • Internal Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 42 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Arabic and Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1144246042
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Ass Professor Rutgers
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University Of Cairo Faculty Of Med Cairo Egypt
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine
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    Dr. Safwat Shaker, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Shaker is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Shaker has seen patients for Acute Bronchitis and Acute Lower Respiratory Infection, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Shaker on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    212 patients have reviewed Dr. Shaker. The overall rating for this provider is 4.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Shaker.

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