Shahid Qamar
Expertise in
13
conditions
Expertise in
13
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Overview

Shahid Qamar, MD, FACC, is a cardiologist with Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute. He specializes in advanced heart failure, mechanical circulatory support and heart transplantation. He has extensive training in cardiovascular disease with special interests in cardiac oncology, pulmonary hypertension and infiltrative heart disease, providing patients the latest diagnostic and therapeutic treatments. Dr. Qamar’s board certifications include internal medicine, general cardiology, echocardiography, and advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology. After earning his medical degree from Dow Medical College, Pakistan, Dr. Qamar completed a residency in internal medicine, a fellowship in general cardiology, and a fellowship in advanced heart failure and transplant at the University of Chicago. During his residency, he served as a chief resident. Dr. Qamar’s professional memberships include the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation, American Society of Echocardiography and Heart Failure Society of America. He also is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC). Dr. Qamar also actively participates in cutting edge trials to provide his patients with the newest most innovative therapies in the management of advanced heart failure.

Dr. Qamar is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy.

Dr. Qamar is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med-Cardiovascular Dis, American Board Of Internal Medicine-Adv Heart Fail, and Cardiology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles.

Graduate Institution

University Of Karachi

Residency

Aurora Sinai Medical Center

Specialties

Cardiology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in WI

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Med-Cardiovascular Dis
American Board Of Internal Medicine-Adv Heart Fail
Cardiology

Fellowships

Aurora Sinai Medical Center

Hospital Affiliations

Adventhealth Orlando
Hillcrest Medical Center
Orlando Health
Orlando Health South Lake Hospital
Orlando Health-Health Central Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Hindi
Urdu

Gender

Male

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AvMed
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Health Care Services Corporation
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Locations

Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute - Downtown Orlando
1222 S. Orange Ave., Orlando, FL 32806

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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Is Dr. Shahid Qamar a top-rated expert for Pulmonary Edema?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shahid Qamar is classified as an Distinguished expert for Pulmonary Edema, 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. Shahid Qamar specialize in?

While Dr. Shahid Qamar is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.

Does Dr. Shahid Qamar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Shahid Qamar has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pulmonary Edema. You can view a list of Dr. Shahid Qamar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Shahid Qamar accept my insurance?

Dr. Shahid Qamar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 321-841-6444 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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