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Dr.Giancarlo Cortez

Giancarlo Cortez

Internal Medicine

Practice Locations And Time

7823 Bergenline Ave, 2nd FL, North Bergen, NJ. 07047

Working Hours

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433 60th Street, West New York, NJ

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About Dr. Giancarlo Cortez

Physician Assistant
Giancarlo Cortez is a highly skilled and compassionate Physician Assistant with a
comprehensive medical background. He completed his Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the CUNY School of Medicine in 2023 and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences from Rutgers University. Giancarlo brings expertise from his roles as a medical assistant, patient care intern, and shadowing physician assistants, enhancing his knowledge in preventive medicine.

His areas of expertise include

Education

CUNYSchool Of Medicine ,2023
Masters Degree in Physician Assistant Studies
New York, 
Graduated January 2023

Rutgers University,2019
Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences
New Brunswick, New Jersey
Graduated January 2019

 

Certifications:

● PA License (2023)
● ACLS & BLS Certified

Giancarlo’s approach focuses on patient-centred care, offering both clinical skills and empathy in every interaction. His volunteer work at Calvary Temple and extensive experience working in podiatry further shape his holistic care philosophy.

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Was a great experience. They had all of my info from the forms I filled out on Zocdoc. Zero wait.

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Best doctor I ve ever been to He is so kind caring gentle such an amazing human I love going Read More

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Excellent information and great patient communications.

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Incredible thorough doctor The doctor did such a good job at making me feel seen and taken care of without Read More

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Our experience was very good He was very detailed in discussing our issue of a ingrown toenail I absolutely recommend Read More

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Dr Samaniego took time to exam my foot and explained my situation clearly to me He gave me advice on Read More

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great experience given the circumstances doctor sam and the staff were friendly accommodating and efficient my treatment was well executed Read More

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highly recommended for foot problems

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Very attentive and all my needs and concerns were answered.

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This guy sucks He ordered a bunch of expensive tests requiring multiple visits Then he declared that the problem was Read More

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Very assistive doctor

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Professional employees pleasant and informative doctor takes time to listen and time to answer all questions without rushing I have Read More

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I have a great Doctor and I feel confident with him and his staff.

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Best doctor ever! Staff is wonderful too

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Didn’t get prescription filled; called multiple times so answer

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Everything was great. Doctor Sam was very nice and helpful

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Friendly office staff Dr Sam was friendly and took care of my issue quickly Will definitely return as a patient Read More

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Very nice people.

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Very good bedside manner. Very professional.

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Dr Samaniego was excellent He was very professional and provided great service overall Would definitely recommend to others My one Read More

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The office space could use some updating, but the receptionist and doctor were fantastic and patient.

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Front desk was very friendly and Dr Sam took his time and care when checking out my ankle He was Read More

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He was awesome and explained everything carefully and didn’t mind that I took notes! A really great experience!

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very friendly doctor and staff

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Dr Samaniego was very knowledgeable and took time to explain to me all my concerns about my feet I will Read More

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Awesome experience great bedside manner very informative I would go back in a heartbeat.

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Great doctor with a very opened disposition to inform the patient and answer questions.

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I had a visit due to ankle and forefoot pain Dr Sam was very friendly and thorough in answering my Read More

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Answered all my questions and was willing to help with my issue with true professionalism

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Dr Samaniego is kind caring knowledgeable and has an excellent bedside manner He took all the time to answer my Read More

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De Sam is very thorough and patient in explaining and listening to patients He gave alternative suggestions if I would Read More

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it’s easy to call and appointment they remind you all employees very nice specially the doctor thank you!

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Joanna P.2022-04-29
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In and out with the problem fixed. Great doctor!

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Had a great first appointment with Dr Sam He was nice and listened to me then quickly helped with my Read More

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The doctor was knowledgeable, kind, patient, informative, and honest. My overall experience was peaceful.

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It was good, just not much privacy. Doors are open while being seen.

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Friendly staff and a very knowledgeable doctor, would recommend him to anyone.

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First time visiting Dr Sam he was really nice knowledgeable and patient The staffs or nurses at the front desk Read More

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A Dr that listens knows his craft thank you

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Awesome bedside manner. Very pleasant, patient, and thorough. Highly recommend.

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I was concerned that not a single member of staff saw nor of patients in the waiting room were masked Read More

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Had an excellent experience Dr Samaniego took his time and made sure to answer all my questions He was prompt Read More

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Great service nice and pleasant doctor and staff.

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Hyunsun J.2021-06-19
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Dr. "Sam" is very friendly and easy to talk to. I felt confident in his prognosis.

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I am extremely happy after meeting Dr. Richard.

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Radhika Patel PA-C

Radhika Patel, PA-C

Physician Assistant located in Jersey City, NJ

About Patel
Graduating summa cum laude from Rutgers University with a BA in Biological Sciences and minor in Spanish, Radhika Patel obtained experiences in outpatient medicine as well as in emergency medical services prior to pursuing a career as a physician assistant. She graduated from the Rutgers University Physician Assistant program with a Master of Science after training in cardiology, internal medicine, and urgent care, among many other fields at various hospitals and private practices throughout the state of New Jersey. She is a proud member of the team at Advanced Garden State Cardiology and looks forward to meeting with patients each day in our Jersey City office.

Dr. Prajakta Avhad

Prajakta Avhad, MD

Pain Management located in Franklin Township, Somerset, NJ & East Brunswick, NJ

About Dr. Avhad
Dr. Prajakta Avhad is double board-certified in Pain Management and Anesthesiology. Dr. Avhad received her M.B.B.S. from MIMER, India, and completed her Surgical internship and Anesthesia residency at Brookdale University Hospital in Brooklyn, New York during which she interned at Memorial Sloan Kettering, St. Luke’s Roosevelt, and Staten Island Hospital.

She then completed her Pain Management Fellowship from Cleveland Clinic Foundation.

Dr. Avhad is a diplomate of the American Board of Anesthesiology and a member of the American Academy of Pain Medicine.

Dr. Avhad has been in practice in Central and South Jersey for more than 12years. She is a caring physician with expertise and experience in treating a spectrum of Pain conditions like chronic back and neck pain, herniated discs/sciatica with minimally invasive interventional procedures.

Dr. Avhad and her family reside in New Jersey. She is an avid gardener active with her kids, dog, and garden if not tending to her broad and exotic orchid collection.

Dr. Parab

Aishwarya Parab, PT

Physical Therapist

Aishwarya Parab received her Bachelors in Physiotherapy in India in 2015 and furthered her studies at Long Island University where she graduated with her Masters in Exercise Science, Sports, and Nutrition in 2019. She has experience working with various conditions, including herniated disks, spondylolysis, and post-operative mobility issues. Aishwarya has taken courses to expand her knowledge in the physical therapy world, including spinal mobility courses, neuromuscular reeducation courses, and getting a certificate with Revolution in Motion. Aishwarya finds it exceedingly rewarding to build a long-term relationship with her patients and shows commitment towards providing structured and effective healthcare.

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Fatima Shaik MD

Cardiologist

Fatima Shaik is a board certified internist and cardiologist. She specializes in general cardiology and heart rhythm disorders. She cares for patients at Advanced Medical Group in Jersey City and North Bergen. She also performs procedures at Jersey City Medical Center.

She completed her undergraduate education at NYU and received her MD degree for SUNY Downstate Medical Center. She completed her residency training at Mount Sinai Beth Israel Medical Center and her cardiology fellowship at New York Presbyterian Queens. She went on for advanced training in electrophysiology at Cooper Hospital in Camden, NJ.
She is trained in device implantation, SVT and atrial fibrillation ablations as well as watchman implantations.
She is fluent in English and Hindi.
She is currently accepting new patients.

Reema Parikh, DPT

Physical Therapist

Reema Parikh received two bachelor’s degrees from Long Island University and Touro College, and graduated as a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Touro College in 2013. In her early years as a DPT, she received an award for excellence in research and taught a course for the national physical therapy licensing board exam. Dr. Parikh has a passion for helping patients on their health journey; she is experienced in all ages and care of patients, ranging from pediatric care to geriatric care. She has hosted live and virtual workouts for varying levels of physical activity, incorporating mobility and strength segments. Dr. Parikh has furthered her education by receiving certifications in many aspects of physical therapy and holistic care including Nutritional PT, Restorative Yoga, Pilates, and Reiki.

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Enrique D Chappilliquen Lucio, PA-C

Enrique Chappilliquen, PA-C

Physician Assistant located in Union City, NJ & Jersey City, NJ

About Dr. Chappilliquen
Graduated from Mercy College Physician Assistant Program with a Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, Enrique has extensive experience in the medical field for more than 6 years.

He has clinical experience and training in internal medicine, cardiology, general and vascular surgery, hematology, oncology, and emergency medicine. He joined Dr. Richard’s practice in October of 2016. Since then, he has been a dedicated medical provider working in the Union City office and the Hematology/Oncology office in Jersey City as well.

As a Hispanic, he proudly serves his community with passion and devotion. Being able to communicate fluently with his patients allows him the opportunity to provide excellent medical care to the Hispanic community in Union City and Jersey City. Also, sharing the same language, culture, and values as his patients allows him to connect at a personal level with his patients. Enrique continues to develop his knowledge and skills constantly to continue satisfying the needs of his patients.

Dr Christopher Samaniego, DPM

Christopher Samaniego, DPM

Podiatrist located in Jersey City, NJ, Union City, NJ, and West New York, NJ

Christopher Samaniego, DPM, is originally from Freehold, New Jersey. He attended college at Messiah College, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in Biology. He earned his podiatric medical degree from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, PA and completed his surgical residency training at Detroit Medical Center in Detroit, MI. 

Dr. Samaniego provides comprehensive foot and ankle care at Advanced Medical Group in Jersey City, Union City, and West New York. His specialized surgical training includes

  • Bunion
  • Hammertoe correction
  • Diabetic foot care
  • Fungal nail care
  • Plantar fasciitis, tendinitis, orthotics
  • Gout, warts, neuroma care
  • Flat feet and high arched feet
  • Foot and ankle trauma
  • Adult and paediatric foot conditions
  • Arthritis of the foot and ankle
  • Arthroscopy, joint replacement, minimally invasive techniques

Samaniego is a member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and the American Podiatric Medical Association. He keeps up to date on the latest surgical techniques and available technology in foot and ankle care.

Prior to joining Advanced Medical Group, Samaniego studied public healthcare in Zambia and assisted in providing care to the local community. He has also presented research at the annual meeting of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Samaniego achieved the highest rank of Eagle Scout through the Boy Scouts of America and volunteered with Troop 454 for scouts with special needs and the Freehold Public Library. In his free time, Samaniego volunteers with his local church community service and youth programs.

Samaniego resides in Jersey City, NJ and maintains his health by cycling and interval training several times a week. He explains, “Healthy doctors inspire healthy patients. I follow the same advice I give my patients, and I read constantly to become a better physician every day. I encourage my patients to ask questions and learn about the cause of their symptoms. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”

Dr. Merwin Richard, MD. A cardiologist

Merwin Richard, MD

Cardiologist located in Jersey City, NJ & Union City, NJ

As an established board-certified internist and cardiologist, Merwin Richard, MD, has a reputation for helping patients with the most complex of health conditions. He cares for patients at Advanced Medical Group in West New York, Jersey City, and Union City, New Jersey.

Richard began his undergraduate education in medicine at Stanley Medical College in India. He earned his doctor of medicine degree from Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University before relocating to New York City.

After completing both his internship and internal medicine residency through the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Dr. Richard went through advanced fellowship training. He completed a cardiovascular fellowship at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, then went on to finish a second fellowship in interventional cardiology through Mount Sinai School of Medicine (now Icahn).

 

Throughout his career, Richard has stayed involved in numerous research projects and previously served as a professor at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (now Rutgers University). Richard went on to become the director of the first cardiac catheterization and interventional laboratory in Jersey City and has extensive training in vein treatments.

To ensure he continues staying up to date with the latest research and techniques, Richard maintains his board memberships. He’s board certified through the American Board of Internal Medicine in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology.

Being fluent in English,  Spanish, and Tamil gives Richard the opportunity to communicate with patients from diverse cultural backgrounds. Richard is currently accepting new patients.

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