Dr. Azher U. Siddiqi, MD

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Get to know Internist Dr. Azher U. Siddiqi, who serves patients in Staten Island, New York.

A prominent internist specializing in addiction medicine, Dr. Siddiqi is in practice at Staten Island University Hospital.

A part of Northwell Health, Staten Island University Hospital is a 668-bed specialized teaching hospital that occupies two main campuses and numerous community-based health centers and laboratories. The 17-acre campus on Seaview Avenue in Ocean Breeze offers a wide range of services and features the island’s most advanced emergency department (ED), a state-of-the-art education center, and a renowned Heart Institute.

A native of Pakistan, Dr. Siddiqi earned his medical degree from the Khyber Medical College. After relocating to the United States, he completed his internship and residency in general surgery at the University of Miami, followed by a residency in internal medicine at the Temple University Hospital.

As a testament of his continued education, the doctor is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.

Internal medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases. Physicians specializing in internal medicine are called internists. They manage and prevent common and complex diseases by providing comprehensive care and promoting overall well-being.

Among his most notable achievements, Dr. Siddiqi has been the recipient of the Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2018, 2017, 2016, 2014, 2012, 2011), Patients’ Choice Award (2018, 2017, 2014, 2012, 2011), On-Time Doctor Award (2018), and Top 10 Doctor – City (2014).

Speaking multiple languages, he is fluent in English, Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi.

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