5
1 Rating with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Murtaza Shakir treats acute cholecystitis, ventral hernia, and biliary colic, and performs laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery, cholecystectomy, and intraoperative cholangiogram. He practices surgery and surgical oncology and has 21 years of experience. Dr. Shakir is affiliated with Rapides Regional Medical Center and sees patients in Katy, Texas. He completed medical school at Aga Khan University Medical College and speaks English and German. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Shakir 5 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 21 years of experience
- 32 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, German
- Aga Khan University Medical College
- 1 written review
- 2 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. Murtaza Shakir, MD | Dr. Michael Reader, MD | Dr. Ziad Amr, MD, FACS | Dr. Van-Hien C. Tran, MD, FACS |
| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 21 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, German | Speaks English | Speaks Arabic, English | Speaks Vietnamese, Spanish |
| Katy , TX | Houston , TX | Cypress , TX | Houston , TX |
| Med School: Aga Khan University Medical College | Med School: Tulane University School of Medicine | Med School: University of Jordan Faculty of Medicine-Amman, Jordan | Med School: University of Kansas Medical Center School of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Murtaza Shakir
Medical Specialties
Dr. Murtaza Shakir has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Murtaza Shakir has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
21 Years Experience
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Aga Khan University Medical College in 2005.
NPI Number
Dr. Shakir's NPI number is 1063602399.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Dr. Murtaza Shakir accepting new patients?
- Dr. Murtaza Shakir has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Murtaza Shakir accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Murtaza Shakir has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- What languages does Dr. Murtaza Shakir speak?
- Dr. Murtaza Shakir speaks English and German.
- Does Dr. Murtaza Shakir accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Murtaza Shakir accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Murtaza Shakir affiliated with?
- Dr. Murtaza Shakir is affiliated with Rapides Regional Medical Center.
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