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Dr. Arif Ahmad, MD

Dr. Arif Ahmad, MD

Bariatric Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Arif Ahmad, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Port Jefferson, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Calcutta Medical College in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mather Hospital and St Charles Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 171 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (171 reviews)

Practice

625 Belle Terre Rd Port Jefferson, NY 11777
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Bariatric Surgery Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Ahmad's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ahmad

4.7

171 ratings, 97 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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denise demme – Feb 17, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Diane OConnor – Dec 27, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Juliet – Oct 10, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mark – Oct 04, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Alondra Garcia – Sep 29, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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ArleneC – Sep 22, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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D Erik – Sep 18, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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John E Fricker – Apr 11, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Cindy B – Mar 29, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Oct 07, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ramin Azarm – Jul 27, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Carrie – Jul 14, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Natalie – Jul 10, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 22, 2022
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What could be improved
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Mar 18, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Derek Seale – Jan 29, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nadijah B – Dec 10, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Paul Go – Dec 04, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Dena Ramos – Oct 16, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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john apicello – Oct 16, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

An Advanced Laparoscopic surgery practice combining Surgical Excellence with Compassionate Care . On the cutting edge utilizing the most advanced surgical techniques.

biography

Arif Ahmad MD, FRCS, FACS is recognized as one of America's top surgeons. He specializes in minimally invasive surgery. This cutting-edge surgery is done with small incisions and minimal pain and scarring. This includes all surgical procedures...read more
  • Bariatric Surgery

  • General Surgery

  • Gastroenterological Surgery

  • Laparoscopic Surgery

  • Robotic Surgery

  • Minimally Invasive Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Director Of Bariatric Surgery Center Of Excellence

    2023
  • University Virginia School Of Med

    Fellowship Hospital, 2001
  • University Of Connecticut Surg Residency

    Residency Hospital, 2000
  • University Of Connecticut /hartford Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1995
  • Deaconess Hospital/harvard Medical School

    Fellowship Hospital, 1995
  • Royal College Of Surgeons

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988
  • University Of Calcutta Medical College

    Medical School, 1985
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  • Patients Choice Award, 2009,2010,

  • Top Surgeons of America, 2009

Locations

Practice

Long Island Laparoscopic Surgery P.L.L.C.625 Belle Terre Rd Port Jefferson, NY 11777
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Practice

St. Catherine of Siena Diagnostic Imaging500 Commack Rd Commack, NY 11725
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St. Charles Hospital200 Belle Terre Rd Port Jefferson, NY 11777
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Catholic Health Ambulatory Care at Riverhead800 Old Country Rd Riverhead, NY 11901
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mather Hospital

    75 N Country Rd
    Port Jefferson, NY 11777
    Recipient of 22
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Bariatric Surgery Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    10% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • St Charles Hospital

    200 Belle Terre Rd
    Port Jefferson, NY 11777
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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