Dr. Shareefa Begum, MD

Dr. Shareefa Begum, MD

Family Physician
128 West Parkwood Ave, Friendswood, TX
Dr. Shareefa Begum earned her medical degree at Deccan College of Medical Sciences in Hyderabad. India. She completed an internship at Owaisi Hospital and Research Center and Princess Esra Hospital in Hyderabad, followed by a residency at Adventist Health Medical in Tulare, Calif., where she was recognized for two years with the Family Medicine Resident Award for Scholarship for Research. Dr. Begum, who is board certified in family medicine, sees patients of all ages. She treats acute concerns such as common colds or ear infections and chronic conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity. Dr. Begum’s clinical interests include women’s health, preventive care, mental health and chronic disease management. She speaks Hindi and Urdu. Known for her strong interpersonal skills, good clinical judgement and cultural sensitivity, Dr. Begum sees not only symptoms and conditions, but also people and how their health affects their day-to-day lives. Her approach to patient care is based on her belief in collaborative, judgment-free relationship-building, which begins with listening first and treating second. She explains things to her patients in ways that make sense to them.
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Dr. Shareefa Begum

Dr. Shareefa Begum earned her medical degree at Deccan College of Medical Sciences in Hyderabad. India. She completed an internship at Owaisi Hospital and Research Center and Princess Esra Hospital in Hyderabad, followed by a residency at Adventist Health Medical in Tulare, Calif., where she was recognized for two years with the Family Medicine Resident Award for Scholarship for Research. Dr. Begum, who is board certified in family medicine, sees patients of all ages. She treats acute concerns such as common colds or ear infections and chronic conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity. Dr. Begum’s clinical interests include women’s health, preventive care, mental health and chronic disease management. She speaks Hindi and Urdu. Known for her strong interpersonal skills, good clinical judgement and cultural sensitivity, Dr. Begum sees not only symptoms and conditions, but also people and how their health affects their day-to-day lives. Her approach to patient care is based on her belief in collaborative, judgment-free relationship-building, which begins with listening first and treating second. She explains things to her patients in ways that make sense to them.

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Popular visit reasons

Annual Physical
Arthritis
Ear Infection
Gastritis
Hearing Problems
Illness
Iron Deficiency
Sleep Problems
Annual Physical
Arthritis
Ear Infection
Gastritis

Office location

Memorial Hermann Medical Group
128 West Parkwood Ave, Friendswood, TX 77546

Education and background

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Board certifications

  • American Board of Family Medicine

Education and training

  • Medical School - Deccan College of Medical Sciences, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
  • Medical Office: Adventist Health, Residency in Family Medicine

Awards and publications

  • Family Medicine Resident Award for Scholarship for Research

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Urdu

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1528717147

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Wait time
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Bedside manner
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Dr. Shareefa Begum's office is located at 128 West Parkwood Ave, Friendswood, TX 77546.

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Dr. Shareefa Begum is certified by American Board of Family Medicine.

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Dr. Shareefa Begum frequently sees patients for Annual Physical, Arthritis, Hearing Problems, Illness, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Shareefa Begum on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Shareefa Begum speak?

Dr. Shareefa Begum speaks English, Hindi, and Urdu.

How do patients rate Dr. Shareefa Begum in reviews?

1 patients have reviewed Dr. Shareefa Begum. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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