Dr. Sar Ahmed, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgeon
7301 E 2nd St Ste 310 Scottsdale AZ, 85251About
Dr. Sarim Ahmed is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in SCOTTSDALE, AZ. Dr. Ahmed specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Ahmed tends to bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves and tendons. Orthopaedic surgeons can specialize in certain areas like the hand, spine, hip, foot and ankle, shoulder and elbow or the knee.
Board Certification
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
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Dr. Sar Ahmed, M.D.'s Expert Contributions
i just need to know if it hurts to get a cast on a broken leg
Please make sure you see a medical provider to get checked out. But to answer your question, no it doesn't hurt to get a cast. READ MORE
How long do you need physical therapy after hip replacement?
There is reasonable literature that essentially is advocating for no PT after a hip replacement procedure. There has been no clinical difference shown either with or without PT. However, cannot be generalized to everyone. But basically for you indicates that there is considerable variability and benefit to PT. Do it as long as you feel benefit but then start exercising on your own. READ MORE
How long does hip hurt after replacement?
Pain is subjective and variable. But for most people in 2 weeks they are doing reasonably well. READ MORE
Is bruising a good sign with a sprained ankle?
Bruising indicates ruptured blood vessels or a higher level of injury. A sprain without bruising is typically a lower level injury. READ MORE
Will an x-ray show a torn ligament in an ankle?
Not typically unless the injury is severe. Normally a clinical examination and potentially may require MRI READ MORE
Shoulder torn tendon?
Absolutely no contraindication to sports with a torn biceps tendon that tore at the shoulder. You might tear the other side which should not deter you from playing. READ MORE
How painful is bursitis of the hip?
Pain is subjective and the pain depends on the cause and the severity of the inflammation. READ MORE
Popeye Bicep - Active and Risking Other Tendon Tear?
You can be fully active with a torn biceps tendon that tore at the shoulder. No surgery is required unless you tear the rotator cuff tendons. READ MORE
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Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor University of Arizona 2018 - Present
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