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Dr. Shafiq A. Bazaz MD
Anesthesiologist
600 East 233rd st Bronx New York, 10466About
General Anesthesiologist especially in the field of General surgery and Neurosurgery. Provided pain management to thousands of patients in the form of Lumbar epidurals in the field of obstetrics.Performing my work with great care and skill.
Education and Training
India
Jammu and Kashmir
Government Medical College
Provider Details
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Dr. Shafiq A. Bazaz MD's Expert Contributions
What sedation is used for ankle surgery?
Ketamine READ MORE
Can you be awake during gallbladder surgery?
No READ MORE
Is anesthesia and this medication ok?
Yes READ MORE
Do they use general anesthesia for a lung biopsy?
Yes READ MORE
Can you deliver a baby with an epidural?
Yes READ MORE
Are you under general anesthesia for a liver biopsy?
No READ MORE
What anesthesia is used for middle ear surgery?
General READ MORE
What type of anesthesia is used for C-section?
Spinal READ MORE
My mom's head injury?
Stop Morphine READ MORE
How do I know if I'm allergic to anesthesia?
Muscle biopsy contracture test READ MORE
What is the best anesthesia for total knee replacement?
Epidural READ MORE
How should I sleep after spinal anesthesia?
You should sleep on your spine. READ MORE
How soon after anesthesia can you drive?
24 hrs READ MORE
How long does it take to wake up after breast augmentation?
After 30 min when patient is alert READ MORE
What anesthesia is used for ACL surgery?
General READ MORE
Awards
- 'Principals Prize for Best Leadership and Responsibility Overseas Award'
Professional Society Memberships
- New York State Society of Anesthesiologists, American Society of Anesthesiologists
Articles and Publications
- 'Pre-anesthetic assessment of patients with parathyroid disease.' Anesthesiology News, 1997
What do you attribute your success to?
Hard work, skill and commitment to his patients, care and compassion
Philanthropic Initiatives
Dr. Bazaz donates his time to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Breast Cancer Research, and the Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Favorite Place to Vacation
- Florida, california,
Hobbies / Sports
- Swimming, Hiking, and Mountain Climbing
Favorite professional publications
- American Society of Anesthesiologists
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- Dr. Savita Manglik M.D600 E 233rd St Bronx NY 10466
- Dr. Dusit Wangkeo M.D.Our Lady Of Mercy Medical Center Bronx NY 10466
- Dr. Roscoe Semakula Katende M.D.600 E 233rd St Bronx NY 10466
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