5
1 Rating with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Shama Farooq specializes in oncology with board certification in neurology from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, earned in 2021. She completed her residency at the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2019 and advanced her expertise through a fellowship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in 2021. Dr. Farooq communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Farooq practices at Jersey Shore University Medical Center and sees patients in Neptune, New Jersey. She focuses on treating brain cancer and brain tumors, including secondary brain tumors that have spread from other parts of the body. Her practice incorporates advanced imaging techniques like MRI and MRI of the head to help diagnose and monitor these conditions. Patients rate her care at 5.0 out of 5 on average.
Dr. Farooq practices at Jersey Shore University Medical Center and sees patients in Neptune, New Jersey. She focuses on treating brain cancer and brain tumors, including secondary brain tumors that have spread from other parts of the body. Her practice incorporates advanced imaging techniques like MRI and MRI of the head to help diagnose and monitor these conditions. Patients rate her care at 5.0 out of 5 on average.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 16 years of experience
- 21 insurance plans accepted
- University Of Illinois Hospital
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese | Speaks English, Russian | |
| Neptune , NJ | New York , NY | Livingston , NJ | Philadelphia , PA |
| Med School: Khyber Medical College | Med School: University of Miami | Med School: Universidad Central del Caribe School of Medicine | Med School: State Univ Of Medicine And Pharmacy Nicolae Testemitanu Fac Of Med |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Shama Farooq
Medical Specialties
Shama Farooq has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Shama Farooq has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
16 Years Experience
Shama Farooq 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 University Of Illinois Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Khyber Medical College in 2010.
NPI Number
Shama Farooq's NPI number is 1922494087.
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