Wellspan Surgical Specialists-Chambersburg
120 N 7th St, 
Chambersburg, PA 

Overview

Shaan Alam is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania.

His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Umbilical Hernia, and Obesity.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in NY

Hospital Affiliations

Wellspan Waynesboro Hospital
Wellspan Chambersburg Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Florida Blue
  • EPO
  • PPO
Gateway Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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Highmark
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
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  • PPO
VNS Health
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Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
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Locations

Wellspan Surgical Specialists-Chambersburg
120 N 7th St, Chambersburg, PA 17201

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shaan Alam

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shaan Alam?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Shaan Alam by calling their office at 717-217-6800. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Shaan Alam a top-rated expert for Hernia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shaan Alam is classified as an Experienced expert for Hernia, 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. Shaan Alam specialize in?

While Dr. Shaan Alam is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, and Umbilical Hernia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Shaan Alam participate in research or clinical trials?

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

Does Dr. Shaan Alam accept my insurance?

Dr. Shaan Alam accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 717-217-6800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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