Dr. Safia Ahmed, MD
Family Physician
357.2 mi · 948 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
At a glance
4.50 stars (6 reviews)
90% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 23 insurances
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield, BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Osmania Medical College, Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
Works at Augusta Damen Medical Center
4.50
6 reviews
Bedside manner
4.5
Wait time
4.2
Recent reviews
Everyone was very informative as well as helpful. I was a wish to be received. Everyone was very polite and courteous.
More than 1 year agoTR
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
UnitedHealthcare
Popular visit reasons
Abscess
Acne
Alcoholism
Allergy Consultation
Annual Physical
Arthritis
Illness
Sleep Problems
Abscess
Acne
Alcoholism
Allergy Consultation
More about Dr. Safia Ahmed, MD
EDUCATION
Gandhi Medical College, A.P India 09/1969- 04/1975
Osmania University, MBBS
TRAINING
Internal Medicine Residency PGY1 Sep 1979-July 1980
Edgewater MedicaL Center
Internal Medicine Residency PGY2 July 1981-July 1983
Mac Neal Hospital
Family Medicine Residency GP Sep 1977-Sep 1979
St Elizabeth Hospital
Family Medicine Residency PGY2-3 July 1999-Aug 2001
St Mary of Nazareth Hospital Center
Inpatient/Outpatient Medicine
? Extensive ICU experience
? House physician coverage
? Nursing Home/Home visit
? Minor office procedures
? Practice call coverage
? Mentoring 3rd and 4th year Medical students
? Mentoring and supervising Interns and PGY
WORK EXPERIENCE
Position: ER Physician
St Cabrini Hospital, Chicago, IL 1984-1989
Martha Washington Hospital, Chicago, IL 1990-1992
Norwegian American Hospital, Chicago IL 2002-2007
? Inpatient care for adults aged 18 and above, ER admissions, Run codes, stroke codes
? Taking care of patients with chronic medical problems including but not limited to Diabetes, Hypertension, Asthma, Hyperlipidemia.
? Annual physical, screening and prevention
? Average patient load: 20 patients /day
Augusta Damen Medical Center Chicago, IL
Position: Independent Medical Staff 1984-present
? Taking care of patients with chronic medical problems including but not limited to Diabetes, Hypertension, Asthma, Hyperlipidemia.
? Annual physical, screening and prevention
? Average patient load: 20 patients /day
Treating patients with acute emergencies, minor procedures, and primary care
? Average patient load: 15-20 patients/day
St Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center, Chicago IL
Position: Independent Medical Staff 1989- present
? Inpatient care for adults aged 18 and above
? ER admissions, Run codes, stroke codes
? Average patient load: 18-22 patients/day
Norwegian American Hospital, Chicago IL
Position: Independent Hospital Staff 1992- present
? Inpatient care for adults aged 18 and above
? ER admissions, Run codes, stroke codes
? Average patient load: 18-22 patients/day
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
Basic life support, CPR
ACLS certification
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
Board certified –ABFM (American Board of Family Medicine)
MEDICAL LICENSURE
Illinois State Medical License- 036068577 Exp 07/31/2017
Minnesota State Medical License- Exp: 09/30/2015
DEA: AA2620880 Exp:06/30/2018
Controlled Substance Exp: 06/2018
MEMBERSHIPS/ ASSOCIATIONS
American Academy of Family Physician
References can be provided at on request.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Osmania Medical College, Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital Center, Residency in Family Medicine
Practice
Augusta Damen Medical Center
Affiliation
Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center - Saint Elizabeth Campus
Norwegian American Hospital
Professional memberships
American Academy of Family Physicians
Background
Languages spoken
English
Hindi
Urdu
Gender
Female
NPI number
#1396760831
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.50
Wait time
4.17
Bedside manner
4.50
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6 reviews
Most relevant
Everyone was very informative as well as helpful. I was a wish to be received. Everyone was very polite and courteous.
More than 1 year agoTR
Really good. Everyone is friendly. It's a quiet setting. Fast and speedy service.
August 12, 2015Franchesca T.Verified patient
Very good. Clean place and timely management.
More than 1 year agoIA
Very good.
More than 1 year agoRJ
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Which hospital is Dr. Safia Ahmed affiliated with?
Dr. Safia Ahmed is affiliated with Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center - Saint Elizabeth Campus and Norwegian American Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Safia Ahmed work with?
Dr. Safia Ahmed works with Augusta Damen Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Safia Ahmed's office located?
Dr. Safia Ahmed's office is located at 948 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Safia Ahmed?
Dr. Safia Ahmed frequently sees patients for Allergy Consultation, Annual Physical, Arthritis, Illness, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Safia Ahmed on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Safia Ahmed speak?
Dr. Safia Ahmed speaks English, Hindi, and Urdu.
How do patients rate Dr. Safia Ahmed in reviews?
6 patients have reviewed Dr. Safia Ahmed. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.5/5. They have a 4.5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.17/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.