Summary

Dr. Waqar Cheema is a cardiovascular disease specialist who brings over four decades of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College and completed his residency training at St Elizabeth's Medical Center, where he also pursued fellowship training in cardiovascular diseases and internal medicine. Dr. Cheema holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He communicates fluently in English, Punjabi, and Urdu.

Dr. Cheema practices at Norwood Hospital and sees patients at locations in Norwood and Foxboro, Massachusetts. His expertise includes treating high cholesterol and coronary artery disease, conditions that affect many adults and even some children and teens. He performs diagnostic procedures such as electrocardiograms to monitor heart rhythm and carotid artery ultrasounds to assess blood flow. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals, reflecting their experience with his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 41 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Punjabi, Urdu
  • St Elizabeth's Medical Center Program
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Waqar Cheema has 2 locations

SMG Cardiology, Norwood

825 Washington St Ste 290Norwood, MA 02062

Steward Cardiology Specialists Foxboro

15 Payson Road Suite 1Foxboro, MA 02035

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
41 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Punjabi, Urdu Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Norwood , MACambridge , MABoston , MASouth Weymouth , MA
Med School: Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College Med School: University of Toledo Medical School Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Waqar Cheema

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • PreferredOne
  • Senior Whole Health
  • Tricare
  • Trusted Health Plan
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Waqar Cheema has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Waqar Cheema has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

Waqar Cheema is 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.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Elizabeth's Medical Center Program and St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College in 1985.

NPI Number

Waqar Cheema's NPI number is 1902888332.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Waqar Cheema accepting new patients?
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Does Waqar Cheema accept my insurance?
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Where is Waqar Cheema's office located?
Waqar Cheema's office is located at 825 Washington St Ste 290, Norwood, MA, 02062.
Does Waqar Cheema accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Waqar Cheema has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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