4.3
68 Ratings with 63 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. James Shammas specializes in neurology, bringing over three decades of experience to his practice. He completed his medical education at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and pursued his residency training at St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital Center. With 36 years in the field, Dr. Shammas has developed extensive expertise in neurological conditions and treatments. He is fluent in Russian, Spanish, and English, allowing him to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.
Dr. Shammas is affiliated with The Valley Hospital and practices in Ridgewood, New Jersey. He focuses on treating various forms of back pain, including specialized care for back pain during pregnancy and back pain affecting children and teenagers. His treatment approach incorporates physical therapy and strength training to help patients regain function and manage their symptoms. Patients have given Dr. Shammas an average rating of 4.4 stars, reflecting their confidence in his neurological …expertise and patient care.
Read More Read less Dr. Shammas is affiliated with The Valley Hospital and practices in Ridgewood, New Jersey. He focuses on treating various forms of back pain, including specialized care for back pain during pregnancy and back pain affecting children and teenagers. His treatment approach incorporates physical therapy and strength training to help patients regain function and manage their symptoms. Patients have given Dr. Shammas an average rating of 4.4 stars, reflecting their confidence in his neurological …expertise and patient care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 36 years of experience
- 31 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Russian, Spanish, English
- St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital Center
- 63 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 8 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
The Neurology Group Of Bergen County Pa
1200 E Ridgewood Ave Ste 208Ridgewood, NJ 07450Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Neurology | Neurology | Neurology | Neurology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 36 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Russian, Spanish, English | Speaks English, Spanish, French, Russian, Ukrainian, Arabic, Chinese, Korean | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Ridgewood , NJ | Brooklyn , NY | Forest Hills , NY | Livingston , NJ |
| Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai | Med School: Saba University School Of Medicine | Med School: Mount Sinai School of Medicine | Med School: Universidad Central del Caribe School of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Thomas Shammas
Medical Specialties
Dr. James Thomas Shammas has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Thomas Shammas has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
36 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital Center
Medical School
Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount SinaiGraduated in 1990
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