Dr. Sofia ShapiroMD

Internal Medicine

at Sofia Shapiro, MD — South Orange, NJ

About

Dr. Shapiro graduted First Moscow State Medical University in Moscow in 1990. She completed an internship at Moscow City Hospital #61 before pursuing additional training in the United States. She interned at Fitzgerald Mercy Hospital in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, then completed her Internal Medicine residency at Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, New Jersey. She holds board certification in Internal Medicine and maintains her hospital affiliation with Saint Barnabas Medical Center. She speaks both English and Russian.

Dr. Shapiro has practiced internal medicine in South Orange and Essex County for nearly two decades. She is passionate about cardiovascular health, preventive medicine, and women's health. Her clinical philosophy centers on proactive, integrative care that goes well beyond managing illness. The American College of Physicians, American Medical Association, and a long list of honors recognize her work, including America's Top Doctors in 2020 and 2021, the Most Compassionate Doctor Award in 2012, and the Patient Choice Award in 2008, 2009, and 2020. Patients describe her as analytical and thorough, always available, and genuinely invested in each person's full story.

Education & Training

Medical School

I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, Moscow, Russia - Doctorate of Medicine, 1990

Residency

Internal Medicine, Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston, NJ, 1996-1999

Additional Training

Internship: Moscow City Hospital #61, Moscow, Russia, 1990-1991; Internship: Fitzgerald Mercy Hospital, Upper Darby, PA, 1996

Certifications

Board Certified Internal Medicine

Languages

English, Russian

Conditions Treated

cardiovascular disease
hypertension
chronic condition management
preventive health
women's health conditions
internal medicine conditions

Who is Dr. Shapiro right for?

Dr. Shapiro is a strong fit for adults who want a proactive, relationship-driven approach to their health. Patients managing cardiovascular conditions, chronic illness, or complex preventive concerns benefit from her thorough clinical style. Women seeking a physician with dedicated expertise in women's health will find her approach well-suited to their needs. Russian-speaking patients also benefit from her ability to communicate in their native language.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Shapiro focuses on internal medicine, cardiovascular health, preventive care, and women's health. She manages chronic conditions and guides patients through proactive wellness strategies. Her approach addresses the full picture of a patient's health, not just individual symptoms.

Yes, Dr. Shapiro holds board certification in Internal Medicine. She trained at Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, New Jersey, where she completed her Internal Medicine residency. She also maintains her hospital affiliation there.

M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University in Moscow in 1990. She then completed an internship at Moscow City Hospital #61 and later trained in the United States. She interned at Fitzgerald Mercy Hospital in Pennsylvania before completing her Internal Medicine residency at Saint Barnabas Medical Center in New Jersey.

Dr. Shapiro has practiced internal medicine in South Orange and Essex County for nearly two decades. She has built deep ties to the local medical community, including close relationships with area specialists.

Yes, Dr. Shapiro speaks both English and Russian. This makes her a strong option for Russian-speaking patients in the South Orange and Essex County area.

Dr. Shapiro has earned several notable honors over her career. These include the America's Top Doctors designation in 2020 and 2021, the Most Compassionate Doctor Award in 2012, and the Patient Choice Award in 2008, 2009, and 2020. The American College of Physicians and the American Medical Association both recognize her contributions.

Dr. Shapiro centers her practice on proactive, integrative care. She looks beyond managing illness to address the full scope of each patient's health. Patients describe her as analytical, thorough, and consistently available.

Yes, Dr. Shapiro holds admitting privileges at Saint Barnabas Medical Center. This means she can provide continuity of care for her patients when hospital-level treatment becomes necessary.

Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026