People struggling with heartburn, reflux or problems swallowing have a new option for help as Northeast Georgia Physicians Group (NGPG) welcomes Georgia-native Naqeeb Faroqui, MD, a board-certified general surgeon and fellowship-trained foregut surgeon, to NGPG Surgical Associates in Gainesville.
Dr. Faroqui specializes in treating heartburn and acid reflux (GERD), hiatal and paraesophageal hernias, swallowing disorders, achalasia, gastroparesis and other conditions affecting the esophagus and stomach. Through advanced endoscopy, minimally invasive surgery and robotic procedures, he helps patients find lasting relief from symptoms that can significantly impact their daily lives.
“I pursued fellowship training in foregut surgery because I wanted to help people who may have spent years struggling with symptoms like reflux, heartburn or difficulty swallowing,” said Dr. Faroqui. “My goal is to understand what’s causing a patient’s symptoms, establish an accurate diagnosis, and guide them to the right treatment – whether that’s lifestyle changes, advanced therapies or minimally invasive surgery.”
Dr. Faroqui’s expertise also includes LINX procedures, Heller myotomy and treatment for complex swallowing and stomach-emptying disorders. He also performs general surgical procedures, including gallbladder and hernia surgery.
Dr. Faroqui earned his medical degree from Mercer University in Macon, Georgia, before completing a general surgery residency at Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center in Marietta, Georgia. He then completed advanced fellowship training in Minimally Invasive Foregut Surgery at the Esophageal Institute at Allegheny Health in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where he received specialized training in the management of complex esophageal and gastric disorders.
“NGPG has a long history of providing exceptional care for patients with heartburn, swallowing disorders and other complex foregut conditions,” said Antonio Rios, MD, president of Northeast Georgia Physicians Group. “We’re excited to welcome Dr. Faroqui to our team. His advanced fellowship training, commitment to patient-centered care and expertise will further strengthen the specialized care our patients and referring providers have come to trust.”
Raised in Johns Creek, Dr. Faroqui is proud to return home to Georgia and serve patients in Northeast Georgia. Outside of work, Dr. Faroqui enjoys spending time with family and friends and especially cherishes watching his young daughter grow and reach new milestones. He and his wife enjoy exploring new restaurants and local food scenes, and he can often be found cheering on Atlanta sports teams and the University of Georgia Bulldogs.
Dr. Faroqui sees patients at NGPG Surgical Associates in Gainesville. To learn more or schedule an appointment, visit ngpg.org/faroqui or call NGPG Surgical Associates at 770-219-9200.
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