Summary

Issam Cheikh, MD, FACP, FACE, is Emeritus Chief of the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism and director of the Diabetes and Endocrine Center at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital. After completing his residency training in internal medicine at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, Dr. Cheikh completed his fellowship in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism at the University of Maryland.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 58 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital GME
  • 23 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Spent time with me
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Issam Essa Cheikh has 2 locations

200 East 33rd Street Suite 329

200 East 33rd Street Suite 329Baltimore, MD 21218

MedStar Health Endocrinology at MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital

5601 Loch Raven Blvd Ste 2 Fl MainBaltimore, MD 21239
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Issam Essa Cheikh, MDDr. Kehinde Folawewo, MDDr. Peggy Nana Ama Amoakohene, MDDr. Jordan David Tobin
Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
58 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 63 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Twi, French
Baltimore , MDOxon Hill , MDFalls Church , VABaltimore , MD
Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria Med School: Obafemi Awolowo College Of Health Sciences Olabisi Onabanjo University Med School: Meharry Medical College Med School: New York University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Issam Essa Cheikh

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • EmblemHealth
  • Humana
  • Jai Medical Systems
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Maryland Physicians Care
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MedStar Family Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Priority Partners
  • Priority Partners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Riverside Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • US Family Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Issam Essa Cheikh has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Issam Essa Cheikh has the following area of expertise

  • Diabetes

Certifications, License, & Education

58 Years Experience

Issam Essa Cheikh holds an active medical license in the state of Maryland. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital GME in 2011 and University of Maryland Medical Center in 1975.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Maryland Hospital, Baltimore, MD, Internal Medicine, Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Union Memorial Hospital, Baltimore, MD, Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine; Union Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine, St Agnes Hospital, Baltimore, MD, St Agnes Healthcare - GME in 2009, Union Memorial Hospital in 1973, and MedStar Union Memorial Hospital in 1971.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria and University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria in 1968.

NPI Number

Issam Essa Cheikh's NPI number is 1639132848.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Issam Cheikh speak?
Issam Cheikh speaks English.
Which hospitals is Issam Cheikh affiliated with?
Issam Cheikh is affiliated with Medstar Union Memorial Hospital.
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Is Issam Cheikh accepting new patients?
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Does Issam Cheikh accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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