Dr. Joseph Shami, MD

Gastroenterology*MaleAge 72

Gastroenterology*

Dr. Joseph Shami, MD is a gastroenterologist in New York, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Shami has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF SACRO CUORE / FACULTY OF MEDICINE AND SURGERY in 1978. He is affiliated with St. Joseph's University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Joseph Shami, MD

Mount Sinai Health System

1000 10th Ave New York, NY 10019
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
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Accepting new patients

Dr. Shami is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Shami specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • 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.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. Shami's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shami

4.1

18 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Mar 23, 2020
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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
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jody Purvis – Oct 02, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 22, 2019
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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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Feb 14, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Kinnelon, NJ – Feb 07, 2019
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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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NJ – Jan 30, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Fairfield, NJ – Jan 25, 2019
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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
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Diane Margo in Clifton, NJ – May 10, 2016
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Douglas Franciose in Mt. Arlington New Jersey – Apr 19, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

In Gastroenterology as in Medicine in general, the most important way to take proper care of the patient is to listen first and perform a good examination. After that, the appropriate tests may be ordered. I have a particular interest in problems...read more

biography

Dr. Joseph G. Shami is a gastroenterologist at Gastroenterology Associates of New Jersey (GANJ). He is dual board certified in internal medicine and Gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

In addition to his...
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  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • St Josephs Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1984
  • St Joseph's Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1982
  • St Josephs Hospital And Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1980
  • Catholic University Of Sacro Cuore / Faculty Of Medicine And Surgery

    Medical School, 1978
  • St Peter University

    Undergraduate School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
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Dr. Shami is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Mount Sinai Health System

    St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital1000 10th Ave New York, NY 10019
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    Union Square Diagnostic Imaging

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • St. Joseph's University Medical Center

      703 Main St
      Paterson, NJ 07503
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

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

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      73%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

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