Dr. Farhad Sholevar, MD | Allentown, PA | Psychiatrist

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Dr. Sholevar graduated from the Tehran University of Medical Sciences in 1979. He works in Allentown, PA and 1 other location and specializes in Psychiatry. Dr. Sholevar is affiliated with Saint Lukes University Hospital Bethlehem and Saint Lukes Sacred Heart Campus.

3.3

20 Ratings
47 years of experience
speaks English
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
8 written reviews
1 specialty
15 areas of expertise
2 hospital affiliations
2 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Sholevar's Ratings and Reviews

3.3

20 Ratings with 8 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 10 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
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Referred for ECT. Good explanations of recommendations and treatment. Hard to get office to contact insurance as needed.

October 28th, 2019

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I do not recommend this man. He does not care for his patients. Worst experience ever.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

September 30th, 2019

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Dr. Sholevar is patient, empathetic, and very knowledgeable. After years of misdiagnosis, He properly diagnosed me and has given me the help I need!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 17th, 2018

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Excellent Physician and a true gentleman.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 16th, 2015

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Dr. Sholevar is a gentle knowledgeable straight forward physician. I would recommend him in a flash.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 24th, 2014

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He's spread too thin, and has no time for actually trying to help patients. 4 months was the soonest he had available for a decades-long patient of his after leaving the hospital. His assistant actually insinuated that to be seen by him it might be the best option to admit back into the hospital!!!

Did Well

Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

September 11th, 2013

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He berated and belittled me for questioning his methods. VERY unprofessional and unethical for a psychiatrist to treat a patient the way he did!!

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Needs Improvement

Had a good bedside manner

April 4th, 2013

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I have called his office two days in a row leaving a msg. to call me back to either schedule an appt. or, if he's not taking new patients, to refer me to someone who is. Always get voice msg. that they're on "another" call. Must be a very long call, indeed.

Did Well

Needs Improvement

Flexible scheduling

June 3rd, 2010

Saint Lukes Sacred Heart Campus

421 Chew StAllentown, PA 18102

Tel: (866) 785-8537

Saint Lukes University Hospital Bethlehem

801 Ostrum StBethlehem, PA 18015

Tel: (484) 526-4000


Dr. Farhad Sholevar, MD	Dr. Shelby Goicochea, MD	Dr. Alexandra Dunn, MD	Victoria Mustovic, MD
Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.3 (20 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
47 Years of Experience	7 Years of Experience	10 Years of Experience	6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English
Allentown , PA	Atlanta , GA	San Francisco , CA	Philadelphia , PA
Med School: Tehran University Of Medical Sciences	Med School: University of Florida College of Medicine	Med School: University of California Irvine	Med School: Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
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Psychiatry

AIDS/HIV (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar Disorder / Manic Depressive Disorder
Clinical Depression
Depression
Depressive Disorder
Infectious Disease
Insomnia
Mental Illness
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorder
Schizophrenia
Sleep Disorders

Dr. Farhad Sholevar holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Tehran University Of Medical Sciences in 1979.

NPI Number

Dr. Sholevar's NPI number is 1417953761.

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Where is Dr. Farhad Sholevar's office located?: Dr. Farhad Sholevar's office is located at 421 Chew St, Allentown, PA, 18102.
Which hospitals is Dr. Farhad Sholevar affiliated with?: Dr. Farhad Sholevar is affiliated with Saint Lukes University Hospital Bethlehem and Saint Lukes Sacred Heart Campus.
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