Overview
Originally from Connecticut, Shahzad Ahmed M.D., earned his undergraduate degree with honors in neuroscience from Trinity College in Hartford, CT and medical degree at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine in Farmington, Connecticut. While in medical school, he was awarded the Wellsford and Mildred Clark Medical Memorial Scholarship and was recognized with honors for his service and scholarship. He then attended Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California where he completed a residency in internal medicine and he completed a clinical nutrition fellowship at the University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Ahmed completed his fellowship in gastroenterology at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. During this time, he served on several committees and completed specialized training in inflammatory bowel disease while visiting Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois.Dr. Ahmed is a board-certified physician specializing in gastroenterology and hepatology. He has a particular interest in inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, clinical nutrition and liver diseases. He is passionate about helping patients achieve the best possible quality of life through excellent clinical care.Dr. Ahmed performs standard procedures such as EGD/Upper endoscopy and colonoscopy as well as specialized procedures in GI including motility (esophageal manometry) and reflux (Bravo pH monitoring) testing. He also offers office-based treatment of internal hemorrhoids (hemorrhoid banding).In his spare time, Dr. Ahmed enjoys hiking, reading, following sports and spending time with his young family.
Dr. Ahmed is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
Dr. Ahmed is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles.
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1120 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, Suite 209, Suwanee, GA 30024
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Dr. Ahmed has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shahzad Ahmed
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shahzad Ahmed?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Shahzad Ahmed by calling their office at 678-312-8400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Shahzad Ahmed a top-rated expert for Hemorrhoids?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shahzad Ahmed is classified as an Advanced expert for Hemorrhoids, 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. Shahzad Ahmed specialize in?
While Dr. Shahzad Ahmed is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Hemorrhoids, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, and Angiodysplasia of the Colon. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Shahzad Ahmed participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Shahzad Ahmed has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hemorrhoids. You can view a list of Dr. Shahzad Ahmed's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Shahzad Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Shahzad Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 678-312-8400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acute PancreatitisDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Ahmed isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
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- Accessory PancreasDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Accessory Pancreas.
- AchalasiaDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Anal FissureDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- AnemiaDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Ahmed isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.