Summary

Dr. Zia Ahmed specializes in neurology and brings nearly five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from St Johns Medical College and has dedicated 49 years to caring for patients with neurological conditions. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in Spanish and Korean, allowing him to serve diverse communities in their preferred languages.

Dr. Ahmed maintains affiliations with several respected healthcare institutions, including Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center, New York Presbyterian Hospital, and Elmhurst Hospital Center, with practice locations in Elmhurst and Briarwood, New York. His expertise includes treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in both children and adults, as well as managing disruptive behavior disorders. He utilizes advanced diagnostic tools such as electroencephalograms and MRI imaging to evaluate neurological conditions, and incorporates speech therapy when appropriate for comprehensive patient care. Patients have given Dr. Ahmed an average rating of 2.5 out of 5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • 2.5
  • 49 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Korean
  • St Johns Medical College
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Zia Ahmed has 4 locations

Ahmed Zia Medical Group

9425 59th Ave Ste F7Elmhurst, NY 11373
Mon10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri10:00 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The New York and Presbyterian Hospital

56-45 Main StreetBriarwood, NY 11435

The New York and Presbyterian Hospital

9425 59th AveElmhurst, NY 11373

Elmhurst Hospital Center

7901 BroadwayElmhurst, NY 11373

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2.5 
3.3 
49 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Korean Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Urdu
Elmhurst , NYForest Hills , NYBROOKLYN , NYNew York , NY
Med School: St Johns Medical College Med School: Mount Sinai School of Medicine Med School: Banaras Hindu University Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Zia Ahmed

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Integra
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Zia Ahmed has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Zia Ahmed has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

St Johns Medical CollegeGraduated in 1981
St Johns Medical CollegeGraduated in 1977

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Zia Ahmed accepting new patients?
Dr. Zia Ahmed has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Zia Ahmed accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Zia Ahmed affiliated with?
Dr. Zia Ahmed is affiliated with Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center.
Does Dr. Zia Ahmed accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Zia Ahmed has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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