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Summary
Dr. Fariha Sheikh is a medical doctor specializing in surgery, critical care medicine, and dentistry. She earned her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Mayo Clinic and Medical School. With 17 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Sheikh brings extensive expertise to her practice.
Dr. Sheikh practices at University Hospital in Newark, New Jersey. She treats patients with closed head injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and facial fractures. Her procedural skills include performing CT scans, extremity X-rays, and chest X-rays to help diagnose and monitor patient conditions.
Dr. Sheikh practices at University Hospital in Newark, New Jersey. She treats patients with closed head injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and facial fractures. Her procedural skills include performing CT scans, extremity X-rays, and chest X-rays to help diagnose and monitor patient conditions.
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Quick Facts
- 17 years of experience
- 50 insurance plans accepted
- Mayo Clinic And Medical School
- 3 specialties
- 5 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
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| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 17 Years of Experience | 39 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Newark , NJ | New York , NY | New York , NY | New York , NY |
| Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine | Med School: Jefferson Medical College | Med School: Suny Upstate Med Ctr | Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Fariha Sheikh
Medical Specialties
Dr. Fariha Sheikh has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Fariha Sheikh has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
17 Years Experience
Dr. Fariha Sheikh holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Mayo Clinic And Medical School.
Medical School
Graduated from Ross University School Of Medicine in 2009.
NPI Number
Dr. Sheikh's NPI number is 1912225137.
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- Dr. Fariha Sheikh's office is located at 150 Bergen St, Newark, NJ, 07103.
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