Dr. Sara Siddiqui is extremely thankful to be nominated to be included in the Top 100 Muslim
New Yorkers by the American Muslim Network. Dr. Siddiqui is a board-certified pediatrician with
over 25 years of experience, dedicated to advancing the health and well-being of children and
families. She has served the Huntington community since 2000 and is affiliated with NYU
Langone Health. A recognized advocate for youth mental health, health equity, and pediatric
wellness, Dr. Siddiqui was honored with the 2024 Healthcare Hero Award from Suffolk County’s
Legislative District 16 for her longstanding service and leadership.
Dr. Siddiqui is deeply engaged in community building and civic leadership. She serves as
Secretary of the Suffolk County Medical Society, Treasurer of the American Academy of
Pediatrics Chapter 2 (New York), and Trustee on the Elwood School District Board of
Education. She sits on the Executive Committee of the Eid Holiday Coalition and the Board of
Directors for Long Island Cares, and was appointed to the Suffolk County Youth Board. She
also serves on the Steering Committee of the Huntington Anti-Bias Task Force, promoting
equity, and inclusion across Long Island. As one of the Team Leaders of 100 Women of
Huntington and Co-President of Pakistani Americans of the Town of Huntington (PATH), she
leads interfaith and cross-cultural initiatives focused on empowering women and fundraising for
communities.
A trusted voice in both healthcare and public dialogue, Dr. Siddiqui has been featured in
regional and national media and on local television, sharing insights on childhood mental health,
vaping cessation and awareness, obesity, vaccine education, and school wellness. She is
known for her inclusive leadership, compassionate advocacy, and unwavering commitment to
creating spaces where families and educators can come together.
Sara Siddiqui is very humbled and honored to accept a nomination to be included in the top 100
influential Muslims of New York. Dr. Sara also sends heartiest congratulations to the rest of her
fellow nominees on their tireless work for New Yorkers.