Tanzid Shams
410 N State Of Franklin Road, Suite 135, 
Johnson City, TN 

Overview

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His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, and Dysarthria.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

St. Georges University Great River,  

Residency

New York Medical College/westchester Medical Center

Specialties

Neurology

Licenses

Psychiatry & Neurology in MA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology

Fellowships

Neurology
Teleneurology

Hospital Affiliations

 

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Awards

 

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D

Locations

Ballad Health Medical Associates Neurohospitalists
410 N State Of Franklin Road, Suite 135, Johnson City, TN 37604
Other Locations
Advanced Certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center
400 North State Of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN 37604

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. Tanzid Shams

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Tanzid Shams?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Tanzid Shams by calling their office at 423-431-2350. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Tanzid Shams a top-rated expert for Stroke?

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

While Dr. Tanzid Shams is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Stroke, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Seizures. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.

Does Dr. Tanzid Shams participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Tanzid Shams has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Stroke. You can view a list of Dr. Tanzid Shams's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Tanzid Shams accept my insurance?

Dr. Tanzid Shams accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 423-431-2350 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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