Robert Fakheri, M.D., FACP
Weill Cornell Medicine Primary Care Internal Medicine |
The Concierge Choice Program Concierge Choice participants receive a number of benefits that are generally not available in traditional practices, such as: Preventive Wellness: An extended annual exam that includes a thorough health review and supplementary testing customized to your unique health needs. Annual Nutritional Consultation: A registered dietitian will meet with you each year to assist in optimizing your overall health. Easy Ways to Reach Me Directly: Members receive my private cell phone number should urgent medical concerns arise after-hours. Comprehensive and Coordinated Care: I can serve as your advocate with other specialists and health providers. A Dedicated Staff Focused on Service: You will have a Concierge Coordinator to efficiently book appointments, answer questions or help you with paperwork. Hospital Visits: I will stay connected to the hospital physicians should you be admitted. Peace of Mind While You’re Traveling: A network of concierge physicians available when you are away from home. Board Certifications Internal Medicine Education & Medical Training Dr. Robert Fakheri completed his undergraduate, summa cum laude with double major in Biology and Chemistry, and medical school with Honors at New York University (NYU). He then also completed his residency training in Internal Medicine at NYU. Prior to joining Weill Cornell Medicine in 2018, Dr. Fakheri served as faculty for NYU School of Medicine and practiced as a hospitalist. In this position, Dr. Fakheri played an integral role in clinical education for medical students and trainees while also caring for acutely ill and complex patients admitted at NYU hospital. In addition to education and clinical care, Dr. Fakheri is also a distinguished author in the medical literature with multiple peer-reviewed publications on a variety of topics including climate impact on kidney stones, comparative effectiveness of blood pressure medications, use of biomarkers for evaluating infections, treatment and prevention of constipation, risk stratification for heart disease, and vitamin D supplementation. Furthermore, Dr. Fakheri has been highly regarded as a speaker, providing Grand Rounds talks at other medical centers. Dr. Fakheri also served as the Vice President for the local NYC chapter of the Society of Hospital Medicine. Dr. Fakheri is excited to now work with Weill Cornell Medicine Primary Care and looks forward to using his years of experience to help patients with all of their medical concerns, big or small. Dr. Fakheri enjoys individualizing care plans that match each patient's needs and preferences. Dr. Fakheri is Board Certified in Internal Medicine. Honors and Awards Fellow of the American College of Physicians New York Times - Super Doctors, 2021 New York Rising Stars New York Times - Super Doctors, 2022 New York Rising Stars New York Times - Super Doctors, 2023 New York Rising Stars New York Times - Super Doctors, 2024 New York Rising Stars |