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Dr. Syed Shahid, MD

Dr. Syed Shahid, MD

Neurosurgery*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Syed Shahid, MD is a neurosurgeon in Norwalk, CT and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Dow Medical College Karachi in 1972. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Norwalk Hospital and Danbury Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 46 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (46 reviews)

Practice

148 East Ave Norwalk, CT 06851
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(203) 853-0003

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Shahid is affiliated with Danbury Hospital Danbury, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Shahid is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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. Shahid specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Shahid's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shahid

3.6

46 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
54%
54%
4 Star
11%
11%
3 Star
2%
2%
2 Star
2%
2%
1 Star
30%
30%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jan 29, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Christopher Erway – Nov 19, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
CAROL TITTMAN in DANBURY, CT – Oct 06, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Richard Helstein in Darien, CT – Dec 18, 2018
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Anonymous in CT – Jul 11, 2018
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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
Danbury – Feb 16, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
North Salem, NY – Jul 09, 2017
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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
Stacey mokotoff in Fairfield. CT – Apr 20, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tucson, AZ – Mar 26, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Danbury, CT – Apr 22, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
john doe in danbury, CT – Feb 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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Newburyport, MA – Jan 01, 2016
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biography

Dr. Syed Shahid, MD is a neurosurgeon in Norwalk, CT and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Dow Medical College Karachi in 1972. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Norwalk Hospital and Danbury Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Dow Medical College Karachi

    Medical School, 1972
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Shahid is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

  • Best Doctors in Connecticut, Connecticut Magazine, 2001, 2007

  • Best Doctors in America, Northeast Region, 1996-2006

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Locations

Practice

Sound Foot Care Center of Ct Inc.148 East Ave Norwalk, CT 06851
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Danbury Hospital

    24 Hospital Ave
    Danbury, CT 06810
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Vassar Brothers Medical Center

    45 Reade Pl
    Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Norwalk Hospital

    34 Maple St
    Norwalk, CT 06850
    Recipient of 40
    hospital awards

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

    Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

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

    Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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