Expertise in
15
conditions

Dr. Hira M. Ahmad

Pediatric Surgery
101 The City Drive South, 
Orange, CA 
Accepting New Patients
Referral required
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Expertise in
15
conditions
101 The City Drive South, 
Orange, CA 

Overview

Dr. Hira Ahmad is a board-certified UCI Health pediatric surgeon.She earned her medical degree at Creighton University School of Medicine in Omaha, Neb. She completed a residency in general surgery at the Cleveland Clinic in Weston, Fla., followed by a fellowship in pediatric colorectal surgery at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Next, she completed a fellowship in pediatric surgery at the University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle.Ahmad sees patients inOrange.

Dr. Ahmad is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hirschsprung Disease, Imperforate Anus, Atresia of Small Intestine, Bladder Reconstruction, and Endoscopy.

Dr. Ahmad is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Pediatric Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 65 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Ahmad is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Pediatric Surgery

Licenses

Pediatric Surgery in WA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Surgery - Pediatric Surgery

Fellowships

Nationwide Children's Hospital - Pediatric Colorectal Surgery (One year of clinical colorectal fellowship and two years of colorectal
University of Washington School of Medicine - Pediatric Surgery

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

UC Irvine Medical Center
101 The City Drive South, Orange, CA 92868
Other Locations
1201 West La Veta Avenue, Orange, CA 92868

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

65 Total Publications

Beyond the pull-through: A multi-institutional study of long-term surgical and functional outcomes in total colonic Hirschsprung disease - A Pediatric Colorectal and Pelvic Learning Consortium (PCPLC) study.
Beyond the pull-through: A multi-institutional study of long-term surgical and functional outcomes in total colonic Hirschsprung disease - A Pediatric Colorectal and Pelvic Learning Consortium (PCPLC) study.
Journal: Journal of pediatric surgery
Published: May 29, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Hira M. Ahmad

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Hira M. Ahmad?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Hira M. Ahmad by calling their office at 714-880-7812. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Hira M. Ahmad a top-rated expert for Hirschsprung Disease?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Hira M. Ahmad is classified as an Elite expert for Hirschsprung Disease, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Hira M. Ahmad specialize in?

While Dr. Hira M. Ahmad is a Pediatric Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hirschsprung Disease, Imperforate Anus, and Atresia of Small Intestine. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Surgery.

Does Dr. Hira M. Ahmad participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Hira M. Ahmad has published 65 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hirschsprung Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Hira M. Ahmad's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Hira M. Ahmad accept my insurance?

Dr. Hira M. Ahmad accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Medicaid. We recommend calling the office directly at 714-880-7812 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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