Summary

Dr. Zahira Shamsi brings extensive expertise in geriatric medicine, internal medicine, and hospice & palliative medicine to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine and completed her residency at Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center. With 45 years of experience caring for patients, Dr. Shamsi has developed deep knowledge in managing complex medical conditions across multiple specialties. She is fluent in Arabic, Spanish, and English, enabling her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Shamsi is affiliated with JFK University Medical Center and practices in East Orange, New Jersey. She specializes in treating serious vascular conditions such as aneurysms and pseudo-aneurysms, as well as pulmonary embolism. Her diagnostic expertise includes performing arthrograms and spinal X-rays to help identify and monitor various medical conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Shamsi highly for her compassionate care, giving her an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 45 years of experience
  • 3 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Arabic, Spanish, English
  • Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

East Orange Va Medical Center

385 Tremont AveEast Orange, NJ 07018

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Arabic, Spanish, English Speaks French, English
East Orange , NJNew York , NYBrooklyn , NYManhasset , NY
Med School: Ain Shams University Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Lala Lajpat Rai Memorial Medical College Med School: NEW YORK MEDICAL COLLEGE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Zahira Bakhtiar Shamsi

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Zahira Bakhtiar Shamsi has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Zahira Bakhtiar Shamsi has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • EOL Care
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Internal Medicine
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center

Medical School

Ain Shams University Faculty Of MedicineGraduated in 1981

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Dr. Zahira Shamsi is affiliated with Jfk University Medical Center.

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