What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.66
Average wait time
4.39
Bedside manner
4.69
“The front desk staff was courteous and explained everything to me .The doctor was very attentive to my concerns and explained that he was going to get to the bottom line of my concerns. He made it so easy to speak to him ”
Ilene R.February 12, 2026
“They are a very friendly and compassionate team. I didn't see the doctor I booked with, (through zoc doc) but they put me with NP Elenora, and they assured on the phone prior to my visit that anything the doctor could do for me, she could as well. I let them know i am on medications, & was under care of my previous neurologist for 13 yrs.
NP Elenora goes out of her way to figure out any possible way she can help you as long as you keep an open mind she keeps just as open of a mind. From medication to what works or hasn't worked she has great communication, and I was left with the feelings that she genuinely is trying to help me however she can. I'll leave you guys with this: I told NP Elenora I couldn't get into a pain management Dr for 12-18 months with my insurance (emblem) and that I had called over 50 doctors offices! Before I got to the front desk, they were aware and were calling a number of pain management offices for me. The transition felt seamless from doctor to doctor.”
Antonio C.November 1, 2025
About Dr. Omar Ahmed
Omar Ahmed, MD MBA is a leading neurologist in New York City. He is the first and only American and European board-certified neurologist in private practice.
Dr. Ahmed founded Northern Medical Care and its Apex Neurology offices are conveniently located in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens. He is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of all general neurology disorders.
Dr. Ahmed did residencies in internal medicine at University Hospitals of Cleveland and neurology at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. He also completed a research fellowship in surgery at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation.
Dr. Ahmed earned his undergraduate degrees from the University of Pennsylvania, medical degree from the Medical College of Ohio, and graduate degree from Cornell University.
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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.
Lower back pain
Disorders of the thoracic spine
Acute mini-stroke (TIA)
Migraine and chronic headache
Fibromyalgia and chronic pain and fatigue
Lower back pain
Disorders of the thoracic spine
Acute mini-stroke (TIA)
Migraine and chronic headache
Office locations
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Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- NewYork-Presbyterian Queens
Board certifications
- Neurology (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Education and training
- Medical School - University of Toledo Medical School, Doctor of Medicine
- Case Western Reserve University, Residency in Internal Medicine
- Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Residency in Neurology
- Cornell University, Master's in Business Administration
- University of Pennsylvania (Bachelor's)
Professional memberships
- European Board of Neurology
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1831517002
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.66
Wait time
4.39
Bedside manner
4.69
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262 reviews
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The provider was very professional and understanding. She had a calm demeanor which made the visit more relaxing
June 20, 2025Pauline R.Verified patient
Friendly and professional staff. Nurse Practitioner was excellent and very informative.
August 6, 2025Alba P.Verified patient
My experience was great doctor very thorough, professional and staff was friendly, kind and professional as well.
January 15, 2024Shonique G.Verified patient
Dr. Ahmed has an excellent bedside manner and is good with seniors. He provides good answers to questions and information.
April 22, 2019Salvador A.Verified patient
I would love to say thanks a lot, he’s a great doctor and I really was feel comfortable with him ???? I appreciate it
May 10, 2022Hosam A.Verified patient
He solves our quarries. We are thinking to complete our treatment with him. He knows how to handle his patients carefully.
January 22, 2019Mir R.Verified patient
First great experience. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The Doctor was very informative as well and patient.
March 13, 2018Caridad R.Verified patient
the wait was a bit long but if definitely worth the wait. hhe experience and information was also worth the wait.
More than 1 year agoAyesha W.Verified patient
Great experience. A lot going on for me, and i feel heard
October 7, 2025Pinar O.Verified patient
Great people work there and they are all very nice and friendly and determined to help you.
November 13, 2023Angel S.Verified patient
Very great staff. Was treated extremely well. Great doctors and practice. Definitely recommend.
December 11, 2018Brian K.Verified patient
The wait time was horrendous. I waited almost two hours for an appointment. I mean, seriously ?
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
It was a seamless experience. Will highly recommend the doctor.
November 18, 2024Debra J.Verified patient
Dr. Ahmed was very polite and thorough. I would definitely recommend this doctor.
September 11, 2022Nancy T.Verified patient
I highly recommend Dr Ahmed and his staff. Very friendly, professional, and helpful .
December 22, 2019Nancy L.Verified patient
Yes I will definitely go back the staff was very professional
July 25, 2024Jerome H.Verified patient
Beautiful personnel. Doc was fantastically charming
March 27, 2024Dana R.Verified patient
Dr. Ahmed was attentive and knowledgeable. I recommend him.
January 24, 2023Marcia H.Verified patient
Dr. Ahmed was incredibly thorough and professional.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
The front desk staff was courteous and explained everything to me .The doctor was very attentive to my concerns and explained that he was going to get to the bottom line of my concerns. He made it so easy to speak to him
February 12, 2026Ilene R.Verified patient
They are a very friendly and compassionate team. I didn't see the doctor I booked with, (through zoc doc) but they put me with NP Elenora, and they assured on the phone prior to my visit that anything the doctor could do for me, she could as well. I let them know i am on medications, & was under care of my previous neurologist for 13 yrs.
NP Elenora goes out of her way to figure out any possible way she can help you as long as you keep an open mind she keeps just as open of a mind. From medication to what works or hasn't worked she has great communication, and I was left with the feelings that she genuinely is trying to help me however she can. I'll leave you guys with this: I told NP Elenora I couldn't get into a pain management Dr for 12-18 months with my insurance (emblem) and that I had called over 50 doctors offices! Before I got to the front desk, they were aware and were calling a number of pain management offices for me. The transition felt seamless from doctor to doctor.
November 1, 2025Antonio C.Verified patient
I had my first visit with Dr. Omar recently. While I haven’t had much interaction yet, the initial experience was smooth and professional. I’m looking forward to future appointments to better understand their approach and care.
August 6, 2025Clover C.Verified patient
I made an appointment to see dr Omar Ahmed,/a male doctor. Waiting in office for see the doctor, a female called my name and followed her in her office thinking that she will be taking my vital.
She starting asking the reason for my visit. I told her I am here to see Dr. Omar Ahmed/a male doctor that I did a review on. She then told me that the Dr will not be in today and she is filling in for him. I then told her that I never do a review on her and I will not allow her to treat me. I also told her that they should no bill my insurance and left.
The office never called me and informed me that the doctor will not be in, I showed up to the appointment and the front end person allow me to fill out form and never mentioned that Dr Omar Ahmed will not be in.
June 19, 2025June S.Verified patient
The Dr was very much helpful, he was very much professional, I understood all what was said to me , I will highly recommend him , which I already did
June 10, 2025Michelle R.Verified patient
The visit was pleasant and the staff was friendly. Doctor was very direct and straightforward, not very personable. But definitely got the job done.
June 6, 2025Initials hidden
The staff were very friendly and helpful. The office was clean. And the wait time wasn’t so long I filled out paperwork and seen the Doctor within 45mins or less. And I went in the afternoon.
June 5, 2025Initials hidden
Great !!!!
May 9, 2025Andre M.Verified patient
His NP laughed at something hilarious that happened in office. Of course my last neurologist was a fraud and a scammer, so ordinary solid professionalism actually was VERY refreshing
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
First visit was very satisfied with staff and Dr. With Dr very professional soft wonderful person. Very competent in his fields. Will refer my friends.
March 13, 2025Shamsa Q.Verified patient
Vary good
February 7, 2025Manita K.Verified patient
My experience was wonderful. Friendly staff
February 3, 2025Pascale F.Verified patient
Very pleasant
December 7, 2024Gladys P.Verified patient
Great office but reception older lady with purple or pink glasses seen me standing for 5 minutes didn’t ask me if I needed help so I asked do I check in here or on other side and she said other side she could have communicated instead of allowing me to stand there and having. To ask the question over all everyone else was nice.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
No Comment
November 22, 2024Jerry K.Verified patient
I saw the PA and she was great! I arrived at 12:30 as a new patient although my appointment was for 12:45. I was seen early and left before 1:00! The PA was knowledgeable and very clear about how to take the medications. The receptionist was very kind and helpful. Very good experience.
September 5, 2024Initials hidden
Wait was long. Waiting 2 hours or more--then told that Dr. was not available. Protested--only to be told he had just called?! Seen by Nurse Practitioner. "Switch and bait" after proving insured!I
Front office staff: Totally professional. Excellent. Very competent = A+.
Visual Identity System top notch! Great office look and decor.
I'm 72 year-old retired professional. NP kept calling me by my first name after being told by me to please use an honorific --"Mrs." Sadly, she did it more than once again in front of staff, I corrected her again-- in front of staff!
She was competent. Helpful. Well presented. I was disappointed, I had booked to see doctor, not NP.
My suffering intensified after the second stent placement. She kept overlooking the fact that the nerves involved with my CAD may have had an affect on the possible symptoms and damage. I think beyond her expertise. Kept focusing on established diagnoses. Professional. MRI and therapy referred.
September 4, 2024Initials hidden
It was easy booking the appointment on Zocdoc. However, once I saw the doctor and scheduled a follow-up (which I will not be going to), amending that appointment has been horrible. I called the office twice, no one picked up. I left two messages and sent an email and I haven't heard back from anyone which is why I'm not following up with this doctor. Very unprofessional impression for this first time patient. Maybe they'll see my review here and know I won't be going to the follow-up appointment.
August 27, 2024Initials hidden
Yes excellent bedside manners and great services.
June 5, 2024Wanda C.Verified patient
I am highly recommending this place.
April 5, 2024Indira V.Verified patient
Dr. Ahmed is very knowledgeable
and made me feel very comfortable and at ease when talking to him. He heard my concerns and asked many questions to help address my issues. He ordered some tests to better diagnose and treat me. I would highly recommend Dr. Ahmed for anyone looking for a neurologist.
February 19, 2024Sandra D.Verified patient
The Dr that I saw was very good
July 5, 2023Rodney S.Verified patient
I told my mom I finally found a doctor who sat down explained the procedures which lessened my anxiety they assured me in getting the despite help as u have a enuryzm and can't wait 2to3 months fir an appt and hosp shouldn't have allowed me to leave
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Quick friendly and fast
February 27, 2023Kimberly F.Verified patient
Front desk staff were pleasant and professional. The doctor listened to my concerns and didn't cut me off in mid sentence. The office was clean and airy ... I'll be returning
November 21, 2022Asiya J.Verified patient
i had tried making and appountment on my own for a nuerologist everywhere with no early appointment dates untill i decided to use zocdoc and thankfully i did because i was able to get and early date with the office of doctor omarAmed and his team of specialist my condition was bells parsly and they were able toc onfirm right away what i was suffering from and a rapid response treatment plan with my insurance that a lot of other doctors do not take - i highly recommend them to anyone who is having neuro nerve issues and insurance problems with a lot of facilities that wont take certain isurance - two big thumbs up for making me feel cured thanks guys
September 1, 2022Barry H.Verified patient
I was seen ELenora Achildiyeva she was amazing and ran tests right away to figure out the root of my nerve damage. She helped alleviate the tension in my
Neck and shoulders.
August 29, 2022Sarwat I.Verified patient
I am still waiting for over an hour.
August 15, 2022James R.Verified patient
Experience good communication clean
April 26, 2022Akhlaq A.Verified patient
Dr. Elenora was fantastic. She took her time with me, explained things, was very thorough with possible solutions and made me feel very comfortable. Highly recommended, she was great!
December 24, 2020Kelan M.Verified patient
Honestly the doctor who took care of me was very attentive and they are very organized. She was very informative and helpful.
October 15, 2020Ramon M.Verified patient
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Which hospital is Dr. Omar Ahmed affiliated with?
Dr. Omar Ahmed is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Queens.
What practice does Dr. Omar Ahmed work with?
Dr. Omar Ahmed works with Northern Medical Care P.C..
Where is Dr. Omar Ahmed's office located?
Dr. Omar Ahmed has 4 office locations, including in Forest Hills, New York, Brooklyn, and Roslyn Heights, view full addresses on Dr. Ahmed's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Omar Ahmed have?
Dr. Omar Ahmed is certified by Neurology (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology) and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Omar Ahmed?
Dr. Omar Ahmed frequently sees patients for Headache, Migraine, Movement Issues, Neurology Consultation, and Neurology Follow Up. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Omar Ahmed on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Omar Ahmed speak?
Dr. Omar Ahmed speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Omar Ahmed in reviews?
262 patients have reviewed Dr. Omar Ahmed. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.66/5. They have a 4.69/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.39/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.