Summary

Board-certified psychiatrist Syed Zaidi, M.D. — geriatric psychiatry fellowship, 30+ years experience — offers telehealth and in‑office psychiatric evaluations, medication management, MAT, and coordinated outpatient care in Emerson, Hackensack & Fair Lawn, NJ.

Syed Zaidi, M.D., is a board-certified psychiatrist with a fellowship in geriatric psychiatry and over 30 years of clinical experience. He provides telehealth and virtual visits as well as in‑office outpatient care for adults and young adults. Dr. Zaidi treats a wide range of psychiatric and neuropsychiatric conditions and delivers individualized, evidence‑based treatment plans that emphasize safety, function, and long‑term recovery.

Core Clinical Services and Specialties: 

  • Telehealth psychiatrist / virtual psychiatric visits
  • Comprehensive diagnostic psychiatric evaluations (adult & young adult)
  • Medication management and psychopharmacology monitoring
  • Pharmacogenetic testing to guide medication selection
  • Medication‑assisted treatment (MAT) for substance use disorders, including opioid use disorder
  • Crisis intervention, structured follow‑up, and relapse prevention
  • Coordination of psychotherapy referrals, specialty services, and higher levels of care

Conditions treated:

  • Depressive disorders (including major depression)
  • Anxiety disorders
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Dementia and geriatric psychiatry conditions
  • ADHD / adult ADD
  • Eating disorders
  • Substance use disorders (including opioid use disorder; MAT)
  • Schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders
  • Neuropsychiatric and age‑related cognitive disorders

Dr. Zaidi delivers individualized, evidence‑based care that begins with comprehensive diagnostic assessment and integrates tailored medication management and appropriate psychotherapeutic interventions. He emphasizes careful selection and ongoing monitoring of psychotropic medications—incorporating pharmacogenetic testing when indicated—and practices within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team of nurse practitioners, clinicians, and staff. Care is coordinated closely with patients’ primary care physicians and specialists to ensure safe, integrated treatment plans focused on symptom reduction, improved functioning, and long‑term recovery.

*Telehealth and virtual visits available statewide

In‑office locations: Emerson, Hackensack, and Fair Lawn, New Jersey

Schedule a consultation with Dr. Syed Zaidi today for expert telepsychiatry and outpatient psychiatric care focused on symptom reduction, safety, and improved quality of life.

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Office Location

Bergen Psychiatric Associates

EMERSON, NJ 07630
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Urdu
  • The Mount Sinai Hospital - Geriatric Psychiatry
  • 19 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 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

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Syed Arif Raza Zaidi

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
  • Caterpillar
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth (formerly known as GHI)
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield (Health)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare UMR
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Dr. Syed Arif Raza Zaidi has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Syed Arif Raza Zaidi has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorder
  • Insomnia
  • Mental Illness
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Sleep Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

Dr. Syed Arif Raza Zaidi holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey. They are board certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at The Mount Sinai Hospital - Geriatric Psychiatry.

Residency

Completed their residency at Temple University Hospital - Psychiatry.

Medical School

Graduated from Dow Medical College, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery.

University

Graduated from Basildon University Hospital - Master's in Clinical Medical Services.

NPI Number

Dr. Zaidi's NPI number is 1982675476.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Syed Zaidi accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Syed Zaidi accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Syed Zaidi affiliated with?
Dr. Syed Zaidi is affiliated with Holy Name Medical Center.
Does Dr. Syed Zaidi accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Syed Zaidi has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Syed Zaidi's office located?
Dr. Syed Zaidi's office is located at , EMERSON, NJ, 07630.

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