Shahzad M. Ahmed
Expertise in
31
conditions

Dr. Shahzad M. Ahmed

Gastroenterology
1120 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, Suite 209, 
Suwanee, GA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Referral may be required
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Expertise in
31
conditions
1120 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, Suite 209, 
Suwanee, GA 

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 31 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

Dr. Ahmed is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology and American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Ahmed is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in GA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
American Board Of Internal Medicine

Fellowships

Emory University School of Medicine, 2020
UCLA Center for Human Nutrition, 2017

Hospital Affiliations

Piedmont Eastside Medical Center
Northside Hospital Duluth
Northside Hospital Forsyth
Northside Hospital Gwinnett

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Locations

Gastroenterology Specialists of Gwinnett
1120 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, Suite 209, Suwanee, GA 30024

Additional Areas of Focus

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.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

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.

7 Total Publications

Combined, Back-to-Back Endovascular Thrombectomy for Extensive Deep Vein Thrombosis: A Case Report.
Combined, Back-to-Back Endovascular Thrombectomy for Extensive Deep Vein Thrombosis: A Case Report.
Journal: Journal of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions
Published: February 11, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shahzad M. Ahmed

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Is Dr. Shahzad M. Ahmed a top-rated expert for Hemorrhoids?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shahzad M. 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 M. Ahmed specialize in?

While Dr. Shahzad M. 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 M. Ahmed participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Shahzad M. Ahmed has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hemorrhoids. You can view a list of Dr. Shahzad M. 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 M. Ahmed accept my insurance?

Dr. Shahzad M. 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.

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