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Nadir Ahmad

Nadir Ahmad, MD, FACS

Head and Neck Surgical OncologyHead and Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 18-65
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • Hindi
  • Urdu
  • English

Gender

Male

Affiliations

  • Cooper University Hospital

About Nadir Ahmad

Professional Statement

Dr. Ahmad has been the Division Head of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery at Cooper University Health Care since 2013. He has built the division from the ground up and currently leads a group of 10 surgeons, five APPs, and four audiologists, all committed to clinical and academic excellence. He also serves as the Director of the Head and Neck Cancer Program at MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper and is the Program Director of the Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery Residency Program at Cooper University Hospital. He is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center.

Dr. Ahmad's practice encompasses the comprehensive surgical management of benign and malignant head and neck tumors of the head and neck, including reconstructive surgery of this region. He has received numerous accolades and has published extensively. 

Title

Division Head, Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Program Director, Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Residency

Cooper Medical School of Rowan University Titles

Professor of Surgery

Awards and Honors

Golden Apple Teaching Award, Cooper Medical School of Rowan University - 2022

Cooper University Health Care Provider of the Quarter - 2018

Philadelphia Magazine "Top Doctors" - 2017-2025

Philadelphia Magazine "Top Cancer Doctors" - 2017-2024

Castle Connolly "Top Doctor" - 2014-2025

U.S. News & World Report "Top Doctors" - 2011, 2012

Fellow, American College of Surgeons, 2008

Fellow, American Head & Neck Society, 2008

Professional Memberships

American College of Surgeons

American Head and Neck Society

Departments

Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Surgery
Surgical Oncology

Programs & Centers

Head and Neck Cancer Center
MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper
Rare Cancers Program

Practice Group :

Cooper University Physicians

Locations

Clinical Interests

Head and neck oncologic surgery, microvascular reconstructive surgery of the head and neck, Mohs reconstructive surgery, thyroid and parathyroid surgery, transoral robotic surgery (TORS), endoscopic sinus surgery, endoscopic and open skull base surgery, laryngology, and surgical intervention for sleep apnea.

Education and Training

Education

  • Fellowship: Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Head & Neck Oncologic Surgery, Cranial Base Surgery, Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery, 2008
  • Residency: Henry Ford Health System, Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery, 2007
  • Internship: Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University, General Surgery, 2001
  • Medical School: St. George's University School Of Medicine, 2000

Board Certifications

  • Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery: American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 2008

Insurance

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  • Aetna Better Health Medicaid HMO
  • Aetna Dental Health
  • Aetna First Health (Coventry)
  • Aetna HMO/PPO/POS
  • Aetna Medicare
  • Aetna Quality Health
  • Aetna Whole Health
  • Aetna Workers Comp
  • AmeriHealth Comp Services (Workers Comp)
  • AmeriHealth HMO/PPO/POS
  • AmeriHealth Medicare
  • AmeriHealth Value Network
  • Braven Health Medicare
  • Cigna Evernorth Behavioral Health
  • Cigna HMO/PPO/POS
  • Cigna Medicare
  • Cigna One Health
  • Clover Health Medicare PPO
  • Consumer Health Network Workers Comp
  • Fidelis Care Medicaid HMO
  • First MCO Group Health
  • First MCO Workers Comp
  • Galaxy Health Network Group Health
  • Galaxy Health Network Workers Comp
  • Guardian
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey HMO/PPO
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey Omnia
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey State Benefit Plans
  • Horizon NJ Health Medicaid HMO
  • Horizon NJ Health NJ Family Kidcare
  • Humana Medicare Advantage Medicare HMO
  • Humana Medicare Advantage Medicare PPO
  • Humana Military Prime
  • Humana Military Standard
  • Humana Military TriCare
  • Independence Blue Cross Comp Services (Workers Comp)
  • Independence Blue Cross IBC PPO
  • Independence Blue Cross Keystone Healthplan East
  • Independence Blue Cross Medicare
  • Independence Blue Cross Personal Choice
  • Jefferson Health Plans Medicare HMO
  • Jefferson Health Plans Medicare PPO
  • Liberty Mutual Auto
  • Liberty Mutual Workers Comp
  • Longevity Health Plan Medicare PPO I-SNP
  • Magellan Behavioral Health
  • MagnaCare Auto
  • MagnaCare Group Health
  • MagnaCare Workers Comp
  • Medicaid (NJ)
  • Medicare
  • MultiPlan PHCS
  • NJ Manufacturers Auto
  • NJ Manufacturers Workers Comp
  • Prime Health Services Auto/Workers Comp
  • Prime Health Services Group Health
  • QualCare Emblem Health
  • QualCare HMO/PPO
  • QualCare Workers Comp
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Three Rivers Contigo
  • Three Rivers Devon
  • United Behavioral Health Group Health
  • United Behavioral Health Medicaid
  • United Behavioral Health Medicare
  • United Behavioral Health Optum
  • United Healthcare AARP
  • United Healthcare Community Plan Medicaid HMO
  • United Healthcare Community Plan NJ Family Kidcare
  • United Healthcare Dental
  • United Healthcare Dual Complete D-SNP
  • United Healthcare Group Health
  • United Healthcare Medicaid
  • United Healthcare Medicare
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • US Family Health Plan
  • VA Community Care Network
  • WellCare Medicare
  • Wellpoint Medicaid HMO
  • Wellpoint Medicare

Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5

157 ratings, 53 reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

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  • Reviewed on 5/29/2026

    Good job by all.

  • Reviewed on 5/26/2026

    Dr. Ahmad is a wonderful, thorough clinician and I would never hesitate to recommend him to my family, friends, or colleagues. I truly appreciate the time that he took to examine me and explain my medical condition. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 5/21/2026

    My doctor was excellent. I've been seeing him for eight years and would highly recommend him to anybody.

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2026

    Great crew!

  • Reviewed on 5/6/2026

    Very good care

  • Reviewed on 5/6/2026

    Dr. Nadir Ahmad and his staff are fantastic! I am very pleased to have been referred to him for treatment.

  • Reviewed on 4/24/2026

    I was very nervous. Your staff was outstanding. I could have hugged them all

  • Reviewed on 4/18/2026

    the best doctors ever

  • Reviewed on 4/17/2026

    The call was very informative. The representative knew what I needed and answered all my questions in a polite manner. I do appreciate the customer service experience. I could tell they knew what was going on. And you are hiring good people because the feedback is positive. Yes, I would recommend someone to your facility. You have a blessed day.

  • Reviewed on 4/16/2026

    He has a great bedside manner. Explains everything well.

  • Reviewed on 4/15/2026

    The doctor had amazing bed side manner, was extremely likable and very knowledgeable.

  • Reviewed on 4/13/2026

    Great doctor. Very courteous staff. Thank you

  • Reviewed on 4/11/2026

    Everyone was wonderful and very helpful

  • Reviewed on 4/11/2026

    MD Anderson is the best. From vallet to the staff to the doctors. Thank you

  • Reviewed on 4/11/2026

    Dr. Amad was patient in explaining the options and his opinion with regard to our diagnosis

  • Reviewed on 4/9/2026

    This was my first experience at Cooper and I was extremely happy with everything and every person that was involved with my care.

  • Reviewed on 4/9/2026

    Dr. Ahmad and his team are so friendly and nice and helpful? ?

  • Reviewed on 3/23/2026

    Dr. Ahmad and everyone in his office and everybody at the hospital were excellent. They always treat us with respect and courtesy and they're always smiling and they're always friendly.

  • Reviewed on 3/22/2026

    Dr. Ahmad is truly my angel; I wholeheartedly believe he saved my life. He turned my journey with cancer into the most positive experience it could possibly be. Between his brilliant expertise and his wonderful bedside manner, I always felt deeply cared for and safe in his hands. Hats off to the team at Cooper!

  • Reviewed on 3/20/2026

    Dr Ahmad is a wonderful Doctor I would recommend him to anyone he cares about his patients I have nothing but respect for him he is a great Doctor

  • Reviewed on 3/20/2026

    Dr. Nadir Ahmad was wonderful.

  • Reviewed on 3/18/2026

    Each visit is a pleasure; staff is friendly, efficient. Dr. is the best, easy to discuss my concerns, listens, also explains my health so I understand.

  • Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    Dr Ahmad held my hand while his intern put a tube up my nose. His empathy He's caring and funny Made me feel safe

  • Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Dr. Ahmad is very caring

  • Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    I had a very good experience

  • Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    Dr. Ahmad is a wonderful dr.

  • Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    5 stars

  • Reviewed on 11/22/2025

    the doctor made me feel very comfortable

  • Reviewed on 11/21/2025

    Dr Ahmad is just terrific. So compassionate with me dealing with cancer.

  • Reviewed on 11/18/2025

    Very pleasant experience, staff had a cancellation and immediately fitted me in the time slot 1 month early, Much appreciated

  • Reviewed on 10/17/2025

    Dr Ahmad is the best...kind and caring as well as brilliant and skilled...so grateful to him for all he has done for me.

  • Reviewed on 10/7/2025

    Cooper saved my life.

  • Reviewed on 9/13/2025

    Thank you so much for seeing my husband. Dr. Ahmad and the rest of the staff who met with us were very friendly, comforting and professional. Our experience was amazing considering why were there. We left his appointment with the peace of mind knowing that he's in good hands to get his cancer diagnosis taken care.

  • Reviewed on 9/11/2025

    Always a pleasure to see Dr. Ahmad! His expertise gives me confidence in my health. Always leave the office uplifted!

  • Reviewed on 9/7/2025

    Very friendly and considerate and polite I felt like I was family from the staff and my doctor I very satisfied with my consultation with my doctor

  • Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    I have a LOT of Dr.'s at MDAnderson. They are all terrific. I feel well informed and armed with knowledge about my treatments and visits. Not only are they excellent doctors but they are compassionate "people" who are sensitive to their patients concerns.

  • Reviewed on 9/3/2025

    Dr always pleasent with me

  • Reviewed on 9/3/2025

    Easy prompt and efficient

  • Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    This was a second opinion. I have. Nothing but nice things to say about how I was treated. Cooper is a little far away for me otherwise I would absolutely put my trust in the doctor I saw and all the support staff was fabulous.

  • Reviewed on 8/18/2025

    This was my first meeting with Dr. Ahmad. I was very pleased with his explanation of planned treatment. Dr. Ahmad's assistant, Morgan, did a fine job of explaining my next necessary steps to arrange follow up my treatment activity. I was quite pleased with the entire experience. Tom

  • Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    Everyone was wonderful, as always, and the doctor treated me as though I was an old family friend. The whole staff is amazing.

  • Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Thank you for your care.

  • Reviewed on 7/5/2025

    I may have pressed the wrong button for the first one. I did not wait any longer than two minutes. I was informed that he would be with me shortly. He came in seconds later after I was seen by the nurse as well. The whole office is super duper friendly, especially the nursing staff in the front and the triage nurse. The doctor was extremely friendly as well. He heard all of my concerns and helped me find a resolution, as well as asking me necessary questions that I felt needed to be asked without even knowing. And I had a very great experience.

  • Reviewed on 7/2/2025

    Dr nadir was really great. I appreciate somebody who's a straight shooter and speaks like a Layman. Nice guy. First impression a good person. I'd recommend him to anyone who needs an ear nose and throat. I had a hard time getting an appointment. One of my appointments was changed to an appointment with a cancer doctor by mistake so they had the readjust it and move it back again. That was disappointing but it was just a simple error

  • Reviewed on 7/2/2025

    Always curtious

  • Reviewed on 6/28/2025

    Everything has gone smooth and they helped guide me thru it all.

  • Reviewed on 6/28/2025

    Good experience

  • Reviewed on 6/27/2025

    Yesterday was my first visit and I was extremely happy with everything and everybody! Dr Ahmad was wonderful and his nurse Morgan was also. The survey seemed geared to patients who have been there more than once but it was a very positive experience so I rated everything highly.

  • Reviewed on 6/13/2025

    Thank you!

  • Reviewed on 4/15/2025

    Dr. Nasir Ahmad and Dr. Anna are very helpful and knowledgeable. They made my scheduling appointment very easy and they both were very carrying with my mom

  • Reviewed on 3/14/2025

    From the moment we walked into the building, we were treated with respect, with smiles. The waiting time was not at all, and the doctor was amazing as the nurses. I would definitely feel comfortable about coming back there again.

  • Reviewed on 2/10/2025

    It's always a pleasure to visit here. The entire staff is very polite.

  • Reviewed on 2/9/2025

    Dr Ahmad is a wonderful surgeon. Thank you!