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Dr. Arik Zaider, MD

Dr. Arik Zaider, MD

Rheumatology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Arik Zaider, MD is a rheumatologist in Ridgewood, NJ and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Zaider has extensive experience in Vasculitides and Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1997. He is affiliated with Valley Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (30 reviews)

Valley Institute For Rheumatology & Autoimmune Diseases

1200 E Ridgewood Ave Ste 306 Ridgewood, NJ 07450
(201) 389-0096

Dr. Zaider is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Zaider specializes in the area of Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • See hospitals
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Dr. Zaider's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Zaider

3.5

30 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
60%
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4 Star
0%
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3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
7%
7%
1 Star
30%
30%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 person found this helpful
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Veronica – Nov 18, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Diane S – Jan 31, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Michele C. – Jul 28, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Jul 03, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Christine A. Melfa – Oct 15, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jun 15, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Apr 05, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 12, 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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Bill in NJ – Aug 31, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
15 people found this helpful
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Male, age 60 in Ridgewood, NJ – Jul 12, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jennifer T. in New Milford, NJ – May 07, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Arik Zaider, MD is a rheumatologist in Ridgewood, NJ and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Zaider has extensive experience in Vasculitides and Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College...read more

  • Rheumatology

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  • Hospital For Spl Surg-cornell University

    Fellowship Hospital, 2000

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1998

  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Rheumatology
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Dr. Zaider is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Valley Institute For Rheumatology & Autoimmune Diseases

    Valley Institute For Rheumatology & Autoimmune Diseases1200 E Ridgewood Ave Ste 306 Ridgewood, NJ 07450
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Valley Hospital

      223 N Van Dien Ave
      Ridgewood, NJ 07450
      Recipient of 48
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality