Summary

Dr. Seema Qayum is a pulmonologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases of the lungs and respiratory system. She earned her medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed her internal medicine residency at Tulane School of Medicine in 2018. Dr. Qayum then pursued advanced fellowship training at New York Presbyterian - Columbia University, finishing in 2021. With 12 years of experience in medicine, she provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Qayum practices in Gretna, Louisiana, where she focuses on treating complex lung conditions including interstitial lung disease and pulmonary fibrosis. She also cares for patients with chronic lung disease, helping them manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life. Her expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing to assess how well the lungs are working and conducting pathology tests to help diagnose respiratory conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 12 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • New York Presbyterian - Columbia University
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Dr. Seema Qayum

120 Ochsner BlvdGretna, LA 70056

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Med School: Tulane University School of Medicine - GME Med School: American University Of Beirut Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine Med School: Armed Forces Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Seema Qayum

  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Affinity Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - EPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CDPHP
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - Medicare
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Empire Plan
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • MagnaCare
  • MassHealth - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Seema Qayum has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Seema Qayum has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Pulmonologist
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

New York Presbyterian - Columbia University2021

Residency

Tulane School of Medicine - Internal Medicine Residency2018

Medical School

Tulane University School of Medicine - GMEGraduated in 2014

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Dr. Seema Qayum's office is located at 120 Ochsner Blvd, Gretna, LA, 70056.
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