Shahzad Ahmed, MD, FACC, FSCAI, RPVI
Hospitalist
245 N 15th St New College Building Philadelphia PA, 19102About
Dr. Shahzad Ahmed is a hospitalist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Ahmed specializes in the comprehensive medical care of hospitalized patients. As a hospitalist, Dr. Ahmed manages the clinical problems of hospitalized patients and the acutely ill, while working to improve the performance of the hospital. Dr. Ahmed works in collaboration with all of the different doctors that are working with the patient. Hospitalists are involved in the diagnosis, treatment and medical procedures of patients.
Education and Training
Allama Iqbal Medical College medical degree 2003
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Provider Details
Fellowships
- Drexel University Hahnemann University Hospital cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology
Shahzad Ahmed, MD, FACC, FSCAI, RPVI's Practice location
Shahzad Ahmed, MD, FACC, FSCAI, RPVI's reviews
Write ReviewMedia Releases
Get to know Cardiologist Dr. Shahzad Ahmed, who serves patients in Bristol, Pennsylvania.
A prominent cardiologist, Dr. Ahmed provides care for patients in the Bucks County area at BMC Cardiology at Lower Bucks Hospital. He has advanced specialization in coronary interventions, peripheral arterial and venous disease, and structural heart disease and is a leading expert in heart and rhythm disorders, including congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, vascular disease, sudden death prevention, and critical limb ischemia. He also specializes in nuclear stress testing, echocardiograms, and vascular testing.
Lower Bucks Hospital is a community hospital, serving the Lower Bucks County region with medical, surgical, and emergency care. Today, it is well-known for its knowledgeable medical staff, including cardiology, orthopedics, behavioral health, radiology, emergency medicine, and general surgery. The hospital’s BMC Cardiology Practice provides high quality preventive, medical management, diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular conditions, diseases and disorders.
A native of India, Dr. Ahmed earned his medical degree from the Allama Iqbal Medical College in 2003. Upon graduating, he relocated to the United States and completed additional training at the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates in 2006. He then went on to complete his internship and residency in internal medicine at Drexel University Hahnemann University Hospital in 2010, followed by fellowships in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology at the same educational venue in 2017 and 2018, respectively.
An authority in his field, the doctor is board-certified in cardiovascular disease, interventional cardiology, nuclear cardiology, echocardiography, and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.
Achieving fellowship status, Dr. Ahmed is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC), and Fellow of the Society of Cardiovascular Intervention (FSCAI). He also holds certification as a Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI).
Cardiology is a branch of medicine that deals with the disorders of the heart, as well as some parts of the circulatory system. The field includes medical diagnosis and treatment of congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease, and electrophysiology. Cardiologists are doctors who diagnose, assess, and treat patients with diseases and defects of the heart and blood vessels (the cardiovascular system).
Recommended Articles
- What Is Strep Throat?
It is a bacterial infection that affects the throat and tonsils, causing the throat to be irritated and inflamed. When that happens, the infected individual suffers a severe sore throat and pain around the throat area. The infection can affect anyone at any age, though it is more common among...
- AIDS: Frequently Asked Questions
OverviewMost people have questions and want answers about what is HIV and AIDS. So let’s take a look at some common questions and answers to HIV and AIDS.Where does HIV come from?Scientists first became aware of the HIV virus since the early 1980s. The origin of the disease is still unknown. There...
- What Are the Signs and Symptoms of AIDS?
Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, or AIDS, is a serious secondary immunodeficiency disorder. AIDS is caused by human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). There is progressive destruction of cell-mediated (T cell) immunity. Also, both conditions are characterized by subsequent effects on humoral immunity...
- The Causes of Migraines
What Causes Migraines?Migraine is a condition known to cause very severe headaches in its victims. Once you have a migraine you experience headaches that generally affect one side of your head. Migraines cause other several symptoms that can make it difficult to live with the condition. Some of...
- Movement Disorder in Parkinson's May Be Due to Brain's Rewiring
Parkinson’s is among the most common neurodegenerative and movement disorders that touches the lives of approximately 1% of the population over the age of 60. It is more common among men than women, which suggests apart from genetics, hormonal and environmental factors may play a role. Although...
- What is Sepsis?
Sepsis is a serious medical condition characterized by an exaggerated immune response towards an infection. This response causes the release of chemicals, which results in widespread inflammation and blood clotting in different parts of the body. Sepsis may result in sudden drop in the blood...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Lucinda Fisher M.D.90 Brick Road Marlton New Jersey 08053
- Dr. Trailokya Pandit M.D.1200 Old York Rd Abington PA 19001
- Dr. Anthony Macchiavelli MD833 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA 19107
- Dr. Jubeen Moaven M.D.1200 Old York Rd Abington PA 19001
- Dr. Kavitha Polkampally MD333 COTTMAN AVE PHILADELPHIA PA 19111
- Dr. Charles A. Pohl MD833 Chestnut Street East Philadelphia PA 19107