Dr. Ahmed Shakir | Arlington, TX | Neurological Surgery

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Dr. Ahmed Shakir, M.D., provides neurosurgery and spine care in Arlington, TX, serving patients across Arlington, Grand Prairie, Mansfield and surrounding North Texas communities. A board-certified neurosurgeon and fellowship-trained spine specialist, Dr. Shakir offers treatment for conditions affecting the brain and spine, including degenerative spine disorders, spinal trauma and spine tumors. Services include minimally invasive spine surgery, spinal decompression, spinal fusion and care for complex neurological conditions. Texas Health Neurosurgery & Spine Specialists provides access to advanced neurological care in North Texas.

accepting new patients
4.6

23 Ratings
21 years of experience
69 insurance plans accepted
University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School
15 written reviews
2 specialties
16 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location

Flexible scheduling

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Ver attentive in listening and understanding my concerns. Provided clear and understandable explanations of my feelings and concerns.

October 5th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Shakir is a great doctor, spends time and shows genuine concern for all your needs and questions.

January 14th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Outstanding

November 10th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Excellent to make sure you understood all comments.

October 31st, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Dr took time for questions and explanation of what to expect and options available

August 8th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Dr Shakir took his time listening to me. Did not seem in a rush. Very easy to talk to

August 3rd, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Clearly explained risks, difficulty of operation, recovery expectations.

June 6th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Made sure everything was understood.

June 1st, 2023 | Source: Partner

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Excellent attention to my concerns

February 22nd, 2023 | Source: Partner

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I was very impressed with the Dr! He knew everything about my condition, plus some. Extremely good Dr!

December 27th, 2022 | Source: Partner

Dr. Ahmed Shakir

1001 N Waldrop Dr Ste 802Arlington, TX 76012

Tel: (817) 960-9135

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr. Ahmed Shakir	Dr. Vishal J. Patel, MD	Charles R Gordon, MD	Dr. Christopher Sy, MD
Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.6 (23 Ratings)	5 (6 Ratings)	4.5 (56 Ratings)	5 (16 Ratings)
21 Years of Experience	9 Years of Experience	39 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available
	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English
Arlington , TX	Houston , TX	Tyler , TX	Sugar Land , TX
Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School	Med School: University of Texas Medical Branch	Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine	Med School: Wayne State University School of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Aneurysm
Arthrodesis (Spinal Fusion)
Back Injuries
Back Pain
Brain Cancer
Brain Surgery
Brain Tumor
Craniotomy
Diskectomy
Glioblastoma
Laminectomy
Lower Back Pain
Neck Injuries
Neurosurgery
Spinal Cancer
Stroke

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Texas Southwestern Medical SchoolGraduated in 2005

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