Summary

Dr. Gihan Farag is an internal medicine and family medicine physician who graduated from Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine. With 33 years of experience, she provides comprehensive primary care services to patients and their families. Dr. Farag is fluent in Arabic, English, and Spanish, allowing her to serve diverse communities throughout Staten Island.

Dr. Farag practices at Staten Island University Hospital and sees patients at multiple locations across Staten Island, New York. She specializes in managing chronic kidney disease and treating complex conditions like Alzheimer's disease. Her practice also includes wound care for pressure sores and diagnostic imaging procedures such as knee MRIs and foot and ankle MRIs. Patients have rated Dr. Farag 4.0 out of 5 stars for her compassionate care and medical expertise.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 33 years of experience
  • 50 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Arabic, English, Spanish
  • Ain Shams University Faculty Of Medicine
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Gihan Makram Elmeniawy Farag has 4 locations

Farag Sherif A Medical Group

5091 Amboy RdStaten Island, NY 10312
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Northwell Health

475 Seaview AveStaten Island, NY 10305

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Med School: Ain Shams University Faculty Of Medicine Med School: State University of New York Med School: Maulana Azad Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gihan Makram Elmeniawy Farag

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Centers Plan for Healthy Living
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - EPO
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Hamaspik Choice
  • Health First Health Plans
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Integra
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Optum Health
  • Senior Whole Health
  • Superior Vision
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gihan Makram Elmeniawy Farag has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gihan Makram Elmeniawy Farag has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Family Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Dr. Gihan Makram Elmeniawy Farag holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Ain Shams University Faculty Of Medicine in 1993.

NPI Number

Dr. Elmeniawy Farag's NPI number is 1245205855.

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Dr. Gihan Elmeniawy Farag speaks Arabic, English, and Spanish.
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Dr. Gihan Elmeniawy Farag is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital.

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