Sara Azam
Expertise in
1
conditions
Expertise in
1
conditions
25 Monument Road, Suite 105, 
York, PA 

Overview

I chose to pursue a career in this field because it goes exactly with my tendency of putting others first-- the happiness you obtain from healing the ailment is so gratifying. Also medicine is a life-long learning pathway, so it is a great source of expanding my expertise while providing service to my patients.What I want my patients to know about me:I am caring, dedicated, compassionate and a good listener.What I do when I'm not seeing patients:If I am not working, I am usually visiting friends, reading a book or spending time with family.

Ms. Azam is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Menetrier Disease, Meckel's Diverticulum, Gastritis, Familial Hypertension, and Colonoscopy.

Ms. Azam is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine - 2019. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles.

Graduate Institution

King Edward Medical University, 2011

Residency

Bronx Lebanon Hospital (Bronx Care Health System), Internal Medicine

Specialties

Bariatric Medicine
Dietetics

Licenses

Internal Medicine in PA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine - 2019

Hospital Affiliations

WellSpan York Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Urdu

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
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  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Gateway Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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  • PPO
Health Partners Plans
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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Highmark
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Humana
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  • PPO
Independent Health
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  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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Medicare
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
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  • PPO
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

WellSpan Medical Weight Management - Apple Hill
25 Monument Road, Suite 105, York, PA 17403

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.


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MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sara Azam is classified as an Advanced expert for Menetrier 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. Sara Azam specialize in?

While Dr. Sara Azam is a Bariatric Medicine, they have specific expertise in Menetrier Disease, Meckel's Diverticulum, and Gastritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Bariatric Medicine.

Does Dr. Sara Azam participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Sara Azam has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Menetrier Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Sara Azam's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

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Dr. Sara Azam accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 717-851-7575 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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