Summary

Dr. Zafar Ahmed is an internal medicine physician who has been caring for patients for over four decades. He completed his medical education at Sir Salimullah Medical College and went on to complete his residency training at Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations effectively.

Dr. Ahmed practices at multiple locations throughout the Chicago area, including Palos Heights and Chicago. He is affiliated with several respected medical centers, including Advocate Christ Medical Center, Holy Cross Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, and Advocate South Suburban Hospital. His clinical expertise focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including severe cases that require immediate attention. Dr. Ahmed also provides comprehensive blood testing and administers injectable medications when needed. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 43 years of experience
  • 61 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Zafar Ahmed has 4 locations

Zmedi Healthcare Of Palos Heights

12800 S Ridgeland Ave Ste EPalos Heights, IL 60463
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Holy Cross Hospital

2701 W 68th StChicago, IL 60629

Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital

12251 S 80th AvePalos Heights, IL 60463

Advocate South Suburban Hospital

17800 Kedzie AveHazel Crest, IL 60429

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Dr. Zafar Ahmed, MDDr. Robert Sean Dieter, MDDr. Natalya Vladimirskiy, MDDr. Bonnie Tse, MD
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
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3.7 
43 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, Polish, English Speaks Russian, English Speaks English
Palos Heights , ILMaywood , ILChicago , ILChicago , IL
Med School: Sir Salimullah Medical College Med School: Rush Med School: Medical College of Wisconsin
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Zafar Ahmed

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Advocate Health Care
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Amita Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Devoted Health
  • Freedom Health
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - EPO
  • HealthPartners - HMO
  • Home State Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Partners Health Plan - HMO
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Zing Health
  • Zing Health - HMO
  • Zing Health - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Zafar Ahmed has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Zafar Ahmed has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center

Medical School

Sir Salimullah Medical CollegeGraduated in 1983

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Zafar Ahmed accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Zafar Ahmed has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Zafar Ahmed's office located?
Dr. Zafar Ahmed's office is located at 12800 S Ridgeland Ave Ste E, Palos Heights, IL, 60463.
Which hospitals is Dr. Zafar Ahmed affiliated with?
Dr. Zafar Ahmed is affiliated with Advocate Christ Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. Zafar Ahmed speak?
Dr. Zafar Ahmed speaks Spanish and English.
Does Dr. Zafar Ahmed accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Zafar Ahmed accepts on their Vitals profile.

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