5
5 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Farhan Shams treats fatigue, cancer-related fatigue, and weakness, and has practiced internal medicine, hospice and palliative medicine, and hospital medicine for 33 years. He is affiliated with Edward Hines Jr VA Hospital.
He earned his medical degree from Dow Medical College and sees patients in Bourbonnais, Illinois. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Shams 5 out of 5.
He earned his medical degree from Dow Medical College and sees patients in Bourbonnais, Illinois. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Shams 5 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 33 years of experience
- Dow Medical College
- 3 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Dr. Farhan Shams, MD | Dr. Niraj Shah, MD | Dr. Firas Aubeid, MD, MBA, FACP | Dr. Adewumi Bakare DMSc, PA-C |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 33 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) | |
| Bourbonnais , IL | Joliet , IL | New Lenox , IL | Mesquite , TX |
| Med School: Dow Medical College | Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center | Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Farhan Shams
Medical Specialties
Dr. Farhan Shams has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Farhan Shams has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
33 Years Experience
Dr. Farhan Shams holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Dow Medical College in 1993.
NPI Number
Dr. Shams' NPI number is 1942211222.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Dr. Farhan Shams accepting new patients?
- Dr. Farhan Shams has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Farhan Shams accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Farhan Shams accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Farhan Shams affiliated with?
- Dr. Farhan Shams is affiliated with Edward Hines Jr Va Hospital.
- Does Dr. Farhan Shams accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Farhan Shams has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Farhan Shams's office located?
- Dr. Farhan Shams's office is located at 482 Main St NW, Bourbonnais, IL, 60914.
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