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Dr. Hafsa Nawaz, MD

Dr. Hafsa Nawaz, MD

Internal Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Hafsa Nawaz, MD is an internist in Hamden, CT and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Allama Iqbal Mc, University Punjab Lahore|Allama Iqbal Medical College, University of Health Sciences Lahore in 1998. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Yale New Haven Hospital and Bridgeport Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 37 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (37 reviews)

Practice

2560 Dixwell Ave Ste 1A Hamden, CT 06514
Telehealth available
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Dr. Nawaz's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nawaz

4.2
37 ratings, 27 with a written review
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Dr. Nawaz is a wonderful doctor!
Dr. Nawaz is caring, competent and kind.
What went well
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What could be improved
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Apr 03, 2025
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Our excellent primary care doctor.
Dr. Nawaz is a kind, considerate, extremely knowledgeable doctor. She asks questions and she listens to our responses. As husband and wife, she is happy to have us both in the exam room with her so that together we can monitor the information she gives us. That is extremely helpful after the visit since one of us is likely to remember one thing, while the other was focused on another.Her staff is wonderful too. They are superb at providing all associated services including helping find specialists in our area or booking appointments. They are also responsive to renewing prescriptions when necessary. We highly recommend Dr. Nawaz and her staff.
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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J&G – Feb 04, 2025
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Best Doctor I’ve Ever Had
I don’t understand the 1 star reviews. They are not describing the Dr Nawaz I’ve known and been seeing for over a decade. She first became my PCP when she worked for West Haven Medical Group. I was so impressed by her professionalism, medical knowledge, and bedside manner that I followed her when she ventured out into her own practice. She wants to know you as a whole person. She loves hearing about what’s going on in your life. It’s like talking with a friend. But most importantly she an incredibly smart and knowledgeable doctor that balances her knowledge with common sense. So she won’t send you for a bunch of unnecessary testing just to confirm what she already knows. I have a lot of health issues. I’ve quite literally trusted this doctor with my life and she always makes the right calls but knows when to refer to specialists. Out of all my doctors, she’s my favorite!! Only negative: because it’s just her and an Aprn, it’s sometimes hard to get same day appts
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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Mkhuramc – Jan 25, 2025
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Thankful
What stood out to me is the time and care Dr. Nawaz has taken with me. If something needs to be addressed she doesn't waste any time contacting you with next steps. She is direct and honest yet with passion and grace. It is also a cool that she knows my naturopath doctor, too.
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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Lori S – Jan 25, 2025
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Lacks Common Sense
At first I liked Dr. Nawaz. After going to her for a physical I lost trust in her. She removed my eye make up with rubbing alcohol which of course burned. Then she proceeded to perform my breast exam over my bra. I procrastinated finding a new primary care doctor. In desperation, I saw her again for something I was avoiding being seen. She asked me why I hadn't seen a specialist. I replied, I needed a referral and I was embarrassed. She was SO rude. She told me that was stupid and that was completely ridiculous. I left her office in tears. Then she referred me to the WRONG kind of specialist for my issue.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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XX – Mar 02, 2024
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Dr. Nawaz is sincerely a wonderful doctor!
I recently underwent my annual physical with Dr. Nawaz; as usual, it was a positive experience. The receptionist, who is always pleasant, greeted me by name, and the nurse, who was meeting me for the first time, introduced herself with genuine friendliness, leaving a great first impression. The overall atmosphere of the practice is friendly and professional. Dr. Nawaz addressed my questions and concerns attentively and gave suggestions for preventative care, insights into lifestyle factors, and practical advice for maintaining a healthy way of life! She devoted ample time to our consultation. After completing the exam, Dr. Namaw said I was all set and could schedule my next annual appointment but remarked, “I am always here,” emphasizing her dedication to patient care. I feel valued as her patient. Based on my consistently positive experiences, I sincerely recommend this healthcare provider to anyone seeking high-quality medical care.
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 other person found this helpful
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Dec 14, 2023
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Caring and Professional
Dr. Nawaz always seems to have time to spend talking, explaining, listening (very important). She is very thorough and cares about the welfare of her patients. She answers messages and follows up on questions. I am so happy I found her! I would recommend her highly.
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 other person found this helpful
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Len – Nov 23, 2023
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New patient visit
I went in to see Dr. Nawaz looking for a new PCP. She was extremely dismissive of my existing health issues and informed me that she doesn’t do any paperwork at all, like for FMLA or accommodations or anything, and she refused to take me on as a patient. How can you be a PCP and not do paperwork for your patients if they get injured or sick and need medical time off work? Overall she came off as kinda rude and very dismissive and seems to only want to accept healthy patients.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
2 others found this helpful
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Oct 11, 2023
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Wonderful doctor and great office staff
I cannot say enough about Dr Nawaz and her office staff. Dr Nawaz delivers a level of care that I had not experienced before with my previous PCPs. Both her and her staff are thorough and attentive. All you hope for in a medical team.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Aug 26, 2022
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Best in the area
Dr. Nawaz is so professional, understanding and very knowledgeable. I personally followed her for years now. When she moved out of her old practice, I followed her to her new practice! She is worth every penny of my copay!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Daisy A – Aug 24, 2022
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Dr. Nawaz has been my internist for over 10 years through several of my surgeries and medical conditions. Besides her medical knowledge, she's so caring & patient, and she's always willing to talk about my concerns.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 08, 2022
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Dr. Nawaz and her staff are awesome. Very friendly and personable. You are treated with care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Tracey – Sep 28, 2021
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Dr. Nawaz always takes time with her patients. She never makes me feel like she is rushing through the visit. Besides inquiring about you health she will be interested in your day to day interactions. Dr. Nawaz is professional, personable, knowledgeable, and most of all caring.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Jean Matchett – Aug 18, 2021
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I have been with doctor Nawaz for almost 3 years,she is an excellent doctor very patient I never felt rushed with my visits-explains every thing to you very calming,very careing easy to talk to. Also has a great staff at her office,so glad I was referred to her. Patti Carlino East Haven
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Patti Carlino – Aug 11, 2021
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Wonderful atmosphere and everyone was nice!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Len – Jun 22, 2021
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During my first few appointments with Dr Nawaz I found her very helpful and would listen and would not rush me. She had no qualms about refilling existing prescriptions as I was a new patient. The next few appointments I had were drastically different. I am used to getting a lecture about my health problems but I did not expect to be made to feel ashamed for them. She was also reluctant to refill some of my existing prescriptions that she had known I was on during my first visit. I left in tears.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
5 others found this helpful
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May 13, 2021
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Over the past few years I have observed Dr Nawaz with patients having special needs. Infact, at my first appointment I observed a very calm and respectful interaction. As a retired SpEd teacher, of 32 yrs, who worked with children on the Autism spectrum, of various ages, I recognize it is important to help those who are willing but without knowledge, learn how that individual best responds to new and/ or stressful interactions. Dr Nawaz like many, needed direction. I'm sure it is exhausting, but educating them helps everyone. She is not judgmental, willing to learn and very calm, as well as an excellent physician.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
1 other person found this helpful
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Kt – Feb 08, 2020
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She doesn't know how to deal w autism patients
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
4 others found this helpful
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Maria in W Haven, CT – Jun 27, 2019
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Everyone was very pleasant. Dr. Nawaz spent a lot of time didn't feel rushed and answered all questions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Susan H. in Milford, CT – Apr 21, 2018
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Dr Nawaz is awesome!! She's the best doctor I've been to and she actually cares. She's a beautiful woman inside and out
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Jonathan P in Orange – Apr 18, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

Patient centered care where patients are integral part of decision making for their health with the help of Dr. Nawaz compassion empathy and knowledge. 

biography

Medical school from Pakistan 

internal medicine residency from griffin hospital 

serving new haven county for 12 years

now in Hamden 2560 Dixwell Ave Suite 1A
  • Internal Medicine

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  • Griffin Hosp-yale

    Residency Hospital
  • Allama Iqbal Mc, University Punjab Lahore|allama Iqbal Medical College, University Of Health Sciences Lahore

    Medical School, 1998
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    Locations

    Practice

    Star Medical Care PLLC2560 Dixwell Ave Ste 1A Hamden, CT 06514
    1
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:15am - 4:30pm
      • Tue: 8:15am - 4:30pm
      • Wed: 8:15am - 4:30pm
      • Thu: 8:30am - 4:30pm
      • Fri: 8:30am - 4:30pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    Office477 Boston Post Rd Orange, CT 06477
    2
    Patient Choice Medical Care LLC2080 Whitney Ave Ste 250 Hamden, CT 06518
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Yale New Haven Hospital

      20 York St
      New Haven, CT 06510
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

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

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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    • Griffin Hospital

      130 Division St
      Derby, CT 06418
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Bridgeport Hospital

      267 Grant St
      Bridgeport, CT 06610
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

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

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

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

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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