- General Surgeons
- NY
- Rochester, NY
- Dr. Asim Farid, MD
Dr. Asim Farid, MD
General Surgery•Male•Age 62
General Surgery
Dr. Asim Farid, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Rochester, NY and has over 38 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Dow Medical College medical school in 1984. He is affiliated with Unity Hospital, winner of the Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award. He is also affiliated with Highland Hospital. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.
Rochester Colon & Rectal Surgeons, P.C.(Rochester)
121 Erie Canal Dr Ste B Rochester, NY 14626 ()Make an Appointment
(585) 244-5670Telehealth available
Accepting new patients
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Hospital Highlight
Affiliated with Highland Hospital Rochester, a highly rated hospital.
At a Glance
- Explains Conditions Well
- Offers TelehealthThis provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital
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Dr. Farid's Top Procedures and Conditions
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Farid performs Colectomy more than 86% of his peers
Dr. Farid performs this procedure more than 86% of his peers
Rating Includes other areas of care:
- da Vinci® Colectomy
- Hemicolectomy
- Laparoscopic Colectomy
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Farid treats Hemorrhoids more than 80% of his peers
Dr. Farid treats this condition more than 80% of his peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Farid treats Anorectal Abscess more than 80% of his peers
Dr. Farid treats this condition more than 80% of his peers
Rating Includes other areas of care:
- Anal Abscess
- Anorectal Abscess and Fistula
- Colovaginal Fistula
- Rectal Abscess
Dr. Farid's conditions and procedures:
- Abdominal Pain
- Abdominoplasty
- Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
- Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
- Acute Bowel Infarction
- Anal and Rectal Cancer
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Fistula
- Anal or Rectal Pain
- Anorectal Abscess
- Anoscopy
- Appendectomy, Laparoscopic
- Appendectomy, Open
- Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
- Cholecystitis and Gallstones
- Colectomy
- Colectomy and Sigmoidectomy With Robotic Assistance
- Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer
- Constipation
- Crohn's Disease
- Destruction of Anal Tumor
- Diaphragmatic and-or Hiatal Hernia
- Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
- Duodenal Polypectomy
- Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
- Excision of Esophageal Lesion
- Excision of Rectal Tumor
- Excision of Stomach Tumor
- Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
- Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy, Anal
- Gallbladder Removal
- Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Laparoscopic
- Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Open
- Gallstones
- Gastric Ulcer
- Gynecologic Cancer
- Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
- Hemorrhoids
- Hernia Repair
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hidradenitis
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Ileus
- Incisional Hernia
- Incisional Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Abscess
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
- Ischemic Colitis
- Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
- Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary With Robotic Assistance
- Laparotomy
- Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
- Megacolon
- Neuroendocrine Tumors
- Open Incisional and-or Ventral Hernia Repair
- Partial Lung Collapse
- Pelvic Abscess
- Peptic Ulcer
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
- Pleural Effusion
- Port Placements or Replacements
- Proctectomy, Open or Laparoscopic (incl. Swenson and Duhamel Procedures)
- Rectovaginal Fistula
- Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
- Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
- Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
- Secondary Malignancies
- Small Intestine Cancer
- Sphincterotomy
- Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
- Thoracentesis
- Transendoscopic Stent Placement
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Umbilical Hernia
- Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
- Varicose Veins
- Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
- Ventral Hernia
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Dr. Farid accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Aetna HMO
- Choice Plus POS II
- Select
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna PPO
- Open Access Plus
- EmblemHealth
- GHI
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- MVP Health Care
- UnitedHealthCare
- United Healthcare
Dr. Farid's Reviews
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5.0
Based on 9 ratings
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| 2 Stars | 0% | (0) |
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About Me
Care Philosophy
Biography
Specialties
- General Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery
Board Certifications
- Colon & Rectal Surgery
Education
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Spanish
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dr. Asim Farid, MD offer telehealth services?
Dr. Farid has indicated that they offer telehealth. Contact the office to check for eligibility for your needs.
Is Dr. Asim Farid, MD accepting new patients?
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What are Dr. Asim Farid, MD's top areas of care?
Dr. Farid frequently treats Colectomy, Hemorrhoids, and Anorectal Abscess. See all procedures and conditions Dr. Farid treats.
Where is Dr. Asim Farid, MD's office located?
Dr. Farid's office is located at 121 Erie Canal Dr Ste B, Rochester, NY 14626. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
What languages does Dr. Asim Farid, MD speak?
Dr. Farid speaks Spanish, Hindi, and English. View profile to see all.
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Locations
Rochester Colon & Rectal Surgeons, P.C.(Rochester)
Affiliated Hospitals
Dr. Farid is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.
Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.77% Patients that would definitely recommend, 7% higher than the national average
5 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2022)
76% Patients that would definitely recommend, 6% higher than the national average
3 Awards Received
73% Patients that would definitely recommend, 3% higher than the national average
7 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2020)
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