Sara Sayed Hassan, MD
Sara Sayed Hassan, M.D., is a board-eligible internal medicine provider, specializing in adult primary care, preventative health, and the management of acute and chronic medical conditions. Patients look to her for comprehensive, personalized care, disease prevention, health maintenance, and guidance in navigating complex medical concerns. Her approach emphasizes listening, education, and partnering with patients to achieve their health goals.
She believes in building strong relationships with patients through active listening, trust, and open communication. By understanding each patient's unique needs and goals, she works with the patient to develop personalized treatment plans that are both effective and realistic. Her goal is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care while empowering patients to take an active role in their health.
She is dedicated to caring for adults with chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, thyroid disorders, and respiratory diseases, as well as those seeking preventive care. Patients should consider evaluation for symptoms including fatigue, weight changes, shortness of breath, chest discomfort, persistent cough, headaches, dizziness, digestive issues, or any new or concerning changes in their health. Preventive visits and wellness screenings are also an important part of her practice.
Dr. Hassan attended medical school at Ross University School of Medicine. She then completed her internship at Indiana University-Southwest. Finally, she moved back to New Jersey to complete her residency at Hackensack Meridian Health' s Ocean University Medical Center, specializing in Internal Medicine.
Outside of the office, Dr. Hassan enjoys spending time with family and friends, shopping in the mall, walking along the park or boardwalk, and participating in full-body aerobic exercise while listening to music.
Clinical Services and Procedures Offered:
- Annual wellness and preventive health examinations
- Blood pressure evaluation and management
- Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG) interpretation
- Point-of-care testing (e.g., glucose testing, urinalysis)
- Wound care and suture/staple removal
- Earwax (cerumen) removal
- Pap smear and women's preventive health screenings (if offered)
- Vaccinations and immunizations
- Tuberculosis (TB) testing and interpretation
- Chronic disease monitoring and management
- Preoperative medical evaluations
- Smoking cessation counseling
- Weight management counseling
- Preventive health screenings and risk assessments
FAQ:
“Why should I see you if I’m healthy?”
Dr. Hassan suggests focusing on preventative care, choosing healthy lifestyle habits, and keeping up to date on routine screenings.
“Do I need medication to manage my chronic condition?”
In the office, Dr. Hassan makes sure to review all treatment options with you, in order to choose the approach that best fits your health needs and goals. You can manage your chronic condition through education, personalized care plans, lifestyle modifications, and ongoing monitoring to achieve the best possible outcomes. This may or may not include medications, depending on each individual’s health profile.
“What languages does Dr. Hassan speak?”
Dr. Hassan speaks both English and Arabic.
