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Dr. Shakil Ahmed MD

Dr. Shakil Ahmed MD

Patients Top Choice

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Patients Top Choice

<p>Patient Top Choice label is awarded to providers who have received a 5-star rating from their patients. Read more about our methodology <a target="_blank" href="https://health.usnews.com/health-care/top-doctors/articles/doctor-finder-data-sources-and-methodology#patient-experience">here</a>.</p>
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Patient Rating

Dr. Shakil Ahmed MD

Dr. Shakil Ahmed MD

Overview

Dr. Shakil Ahmed is a family medicine doctor in Richardson, Texas and is affiliated with Methodist Richardson Medical Center. He received his medical degree from Dow University of Health Sciences and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Shakil Ahmed has expertise in treating obesity/overweight, asthma, bronchitis, among other conditions - see all areas of expertise. Dr. Shakil Ahmed accepts Medicare, Aetna, Humana, Blue Cross, United Healthcare - see other insurance plans accepted. Dr. Shakil Ahmed is highly recommended by patients.

Doctor's Details

Specialties

Specialty

Family Medicine

Family medicine doctors, also known as primary care physicians or PCPs, are trained to meet the basic health needs of children and adults. They often refer patients to specialists or for further testing, and they treat common conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol and allergies. They also perform physicals, give vaccines and may do some in-office lab testing.

Subspecialties

General Family Medicine

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Patient Experience

Patient Awards

Provides clear explanation

Makes time for patients

Patients' top choice award

Listens attentively

Provides clear explanation

Provides clear information and answers questions in a way patients understand.

Makes time for patients

Spends appropriate amount of time with patient and provides thorough examinations.

Patients' top choice award

Doctor has top marks across all patient-rated categories

Listens attentively

Rated highly on their manner and listening skills.

Overall Patient Experience

Excellent

(5/5)

40 Reviews Total|16 Reviews Within Last 12 Months

Thoroughness of Examination

Previous patients' satisfaction in their perception of the thoroughness of the examination they received from this physician

Excellent

(5/5)

Ability to Answer Questions

Previous patients' assessment of this physician's ability to answer all of their questions

Excellent

(5/5)

Clarity of Instructions

Previous patients' satisfaction in the clarity of this physician's instructions for taking care of their health condition

Excellent

(5/5)

Provider's follow-up

Previous patients' satisfaction of the followup care they received from this physician and responsiveness to their concerns

Excellent

(5/5)

Amount of Time with Patient

Previous patients' satisfaction with the time this physician spent with them during appointments

Excellent

(5/5)

Provider's Attitude

Previous patients' assessment of this physician's friendliness and caring attitude

Excellent

(5/5)

Perceived Outcomes

Previous patients' satisfaction with the physician's treatment of a condition or outcome of a procedure

Positive

(3/5)

Patient Loyalty

Previous patients' trust in this physician, likelihood to see this physician again, or willingness to recommend this physician to another patient

Very Positive

(4/5)

General Feedback

Previous patients' general assessment of this physician

Excellent

(5/5)

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Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ahmed

This doctor provides the following types of care. The more often a doctor has treated a particular condition or has performed a particular surgery, the more expertise they may have in treating patients with similar needs. Based on three years (2020-2022) of Medicare data, each scale below indicates the volume of episodes compared to other doctors who treat the same condition. Click here to learn more about our methodology.

HypertensionChronic high blood pressure (hypertension) means your heart has to work harder to pump blood. It's important to manage it to keep your heart and blood vessels healthy.

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Most

Chronic diabetesChronic diabetes is a condition where your body has trouble controlling the levels of sugar in your blood. It requires careful management.

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High cholesterolHigh cholesterol levels, hyperlipidemia, can increase the risk of heart disease by contributing to the buildup of plaque in your arteries.

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Location & Contact Information

Doctor Address

820 W Arapaho Rd, Ste 200, Richardson, TX, 75080

(972) 498-4500

Affiliated Hospitals

1

Methodist Richardson Medical Center

Where does Dr. Ahmed practice?

Doctor’s Office

Medhealth

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Education & Experience

Medical School & Residency

Dow University of Health Sciences

Medical School

Abington Memorial Hospital

Residency, Internal Medicine, 1992-1996

Certifications & Licensure

American Board of Internal Medicine

Certified in Internal Medicine

American Board of Obesity Medicine

Certified in Obesity Medicine

TX State Medical License

Active through 2024

NY State Medical License

Active through 2005

MO State Medical License

Active through 2023

PA State Medical License

Active through 2004

CA State Medical License

Active through 2024

Awards, Honors & Recognitions

NCQA PCMH, 2014

NCQA PCMH, 2015

NCQA PCMH, 2016

NCQA PCMH, 2017

CMS Stage 1 EHR, 2012

Bridges to Excellence

Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Ahmed

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We’ve published patient experience ratings for Dr. Ahmed in 6 key categories based on 40 reviews. See ratings.
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Dr. Ahmed's office is located at 820 W Arapaho Rd, Richardson, TX. View the map.
Family medicine doctors, also known as primary care physicians or PCPs, are trained to meet the basic health needs of children and adults. They often refer patients to specialists or for further testing, and they treat common conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol and allergies. They also perform physicals, give vaccines and may do some in-office lab testing. See all conditions on Dr. Ahmed's profile.

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