What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.89
Average wait time
4.56
Bedside manner
4.91
“The office was extremely clean , and very pleasant. I felt extremely welcomed and comfortable.
The doctor she is amazing. I heard the time can be a wait . I didn’t have that issue. I actually show up hour early and they took me right away. Either way if I had to wait it definitely worth it.
Five stars …”
Joesph P.September 30, 2025
“I had a wonderful experience with the doctor. She explained everything very well. However, I submitted all of my forms online and I had to fill them out again when I got to the office which I found redundant.”
Deborah D.September 8, 2025
About Dr. Sofia Novak
Dr. Sofia Novak is an Attending Physician at Beth Israel Kings Highway Hospital of Mount Sinai. She earned her Doctor of Medicine from New York Medical College, completed her Residency in Internal Medicine at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, and pursued a Fellowship in Gastroenterology at Hofstra University, North Shore-LIJ Health System. Her clinical interests include nutrition, gastrointestinal (i.e., celiac) and liver diseases. Dr. Novak specializes in caring for patients suffering from gas, bloating, and pain. She performs a wide array of procedures, including upper endoscopy, colonoscopy, enteroscopy, capsule endoscopy, and pH testing.
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Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Acute gastrointestinal bleeding
Acute hemorrhoids
Upper GI endoscopy
Colonoscopy
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Acute gastrointestinal bleeding
Acute hemorrhoids
Upper GI endoscopy
Office location
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine
- Gastroenterology (American Board of Internal Medicine)
Education and training
- Medical School - New York Medical College, Doctor of Medicine
- Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Residency in Internal Medicine
- Hofstra University, North Shore-LIJ Health System, Fellowship in Gastroenterology
Professional memberships
- New York Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Awards and publications
- Dartmouth Institute Microsystems Coach
- Novak S, Cerrone S, Kohn N, Putterman D, Sultan K. Endoscopic and Clinical predictors for unsuccessful Interventional Radiology guided embolization (IRE) for non-variceal upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGB). American Journal of Gastroenterology. October 2013 Vol. 108(S1) Pg.S587 Abstract# 1935. Poster Presenter
- Cerrone S, Novak S, Barendswaard E, Sultan K. Sometimes it is a Zebra: Esophageal Elastosis. American Journal of Gastroenterology. October 2013 Vol. 108(S1) Pg. S195 Abstract#660. Poster Presenter.
Languages spoken
- English
- Russian
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1629309885
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.89
Wait time
4.56
Bedside manner
4.91
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487 reviews
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Dr Novak was a joy to visit.
She explained the process thoroughly and I feel comfortable and ready for my procedure.
August 12, 2025Nomi C.Verified patient
The staff's are friendly dr novah is super nice she made me feel comfortable explain step by step about procedure I am happy
August 22, 2024Bianca D.Verified patient
I always feel comfortable when I speak to Dr. Novak and share my concerns with her. Highly recommend her.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Novak is straightforward and helpful. Her staff were very kind and considerate. Everything went smoothly, and no stress.
More than 1 year agoMarie F.Verified patient
She is very understanding and listens to your issues and always works to get to the bottom of it. I highly recommend her.
August 31, 2020Queita G.Verified patient
Excellent doctor! She made me feel very comfortable and was very understanding of my problem...I highly recommend her!
August 8, 2018Don J.Verified patient
Wait time was 15 minutes. Polite staff and great Doctor. Highly recommended. Clean office. Answered all my questions.
September 3, 2015Initials hidden
Dr. Sofia Novak truly one of the best doctors I have ever met over the last 10 years. God bless you doc!??Thank you!!
November 5, 2019Alexander L.Verified patient
She looked for outside the box testing and remedies for my problems. Which is definitely what I wanted and needed.
July 14, 2021Melissa G.Verified patient
Great doctor. Listened to my issues and prescribed appropriate meds.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Novak and everyone at the Bay Parkway location are great, really friendly and they genuinely care about you.
September 21, 2015Initials hidden
They were able to get us an earlier appt which I greatly appreciated
March 15, 2025Vince M.Verified patient
Dr Novak is the best doctor ever! She is calm and reassuring and I know that I am getting great care.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Novak is an amazing doctor. Very caring and smart. This was my second visit. I would recommend her.
June 6, 2016Lourdes S.Verified patient
Doctor looks like very caring, I felt comfortably to talk to her. I would recommend her to my friends.
More than 1 year agoMA
She is very nice, listen to a patient very carefully, explains everything very well. Highly recommend.
July 17, 2015Svetlana B.Verified patient
Very pleasent! She makes sure you understand everything she is talking about . I am glad I found her
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Excellent doctor. Took time to answer all my questions. Very friendly staff. Was very impressed
February 3, 2017Brian S.Verified patient
Doctor is very friendly. Highly professional, explained the details and answered all questions.
October 23, 2014Sofiya P.Verified patient
She's awesome! Understanding, easy to talk to, caring and give you 100% one on one attention!
More than 1 year agoGloria V.Verified patient
Dr. Novak was amazing. The front desk was rude but tolerable because of Dr. Novak's worth.
July 25, 2021Initials hidden
She's very professional. She addressed my concerns and I will continue to follow up with her!
February 3, 2016Lourdes S.Verified patient
Dr Novak was great! Professional educated and real sweet ! Definitely glad I went to see her
More than 1 year agoKatarzyna S.Verified patient
Very nice office, pleasant Doctor Novak. Wait time 10 minute.
December 27, 2024Natalia L.Verified patient
Dr Novak was great and has my highest recommendation.
February 20, 2025Gregg S.Verified patient
The doctor and her assistant (RAQUEL) are very caring! I HIGHLY recommend this doctor.
August 24, 2017Lucille S.Verified patient
I love her personality and how she takes her time to get to the bottom of the problem.
February 26, 2016Queita G.Verified patient
My appt was on time, Dr. Novak was right there n she talked to me n it went smoith
August 30, 2017Karen S.Verified patient
Very professional, came to a conclusion quickly of my diagnosis, very respectful.
More than 1 year agoNF
Very competent and reassure. Takes the time to explain things and is friendly.
April 6, 2021Rachel S.Verified patient
Dr. Novak was attentive, understanding, and approachable. I highly recommend her!
October 10, 2017Mansura G.Verified patient
Doctor was very pleased and explained everything very clear to my understanding.
More than 1 year agoML
Doctor was very pleased and explained everything very clear to my understanding.
More than 1 year agoML
She was extremely helpful and explained everything clearly, very happy with her.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. is very knowlegable, carrying. I will recommend her for all my friends.
More than 1 year agoNS
Very professional, to the point, patient,friendly, dispell all my worries
May 11, 2021Mikhail MVerified patient
Very patient. Listened to my issues. Asked questions.
Recommended
Thank you
February 9, 2018Roy S.Verified patient
All the staff was great and easy going this is the staff I would recommend
March 22, 2016Ayman E.Verified patient
Dr. Novak has a very nice bedside manner, she's funny and easy to talk to.
December 2, 2015Teyana G.Verified patient
Nice , clean office. Short waiting time. Real professional in the field.
June 20, 2020Aleksandr R.Verified patient
Very nice and attentive doctor, who has a great knowledge in her field.
November 19, 2014Initials hidden
Very professional, paying max attention, kind and extremely helpful.
More than 1 year agoRaisa K.Verified patient
Highly recommended, she’s amazing listens and cares.
February 23, 2024Lizzette P.Verified patient
She is so professional and helped me a lot. Highly recommended!
November 28, 2018Alla H.Verified patient
I was quite happy with my doctor visit. I like Sofia Novak, MD.
December 21, 2015Marcia R.Verified patient
Very nice and clean office,quick service and good doctor ????
June 13, 2018Madina S.Verified patient
She was very personable and knowledgable. Highly recommend.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I love Dr. Novak. She is as nice as she is intelligent.
More than 1 year agoMichael S.Verified patient
The Dr. is knowledgeable and has great bedside manners.
August 19, 2017Irina R.Verified patient
She is very nice, intelligent , and attentive doctor.
July 17, 2018Maria G.Verified patient
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Where is Dr. Sofia Novak's office located?
Dr. Sofia Novak's office is located at 2211 Emmons Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11235.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sofia Novak have?
Dr. Sofia Novak is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology (American Board of Internal Medicine).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Sofia Novak?
Dr. Sofia Novak frequently sees patients for Abdominal Pain, Colonoscopy, Gastroenterology Consultation, Hemorrhoids, and Illness. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Sofia Novak on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Sofia Novak speak?
Dr. Sofia Novak speaks English and Russian.
How do patients rate Dr. Sofia Novak in reviews?
487 patients have reviewed Dr. Sofia Novak. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.89/5. They have a 4.91/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.56/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.