Summary

Dr. Najma Ahmed is a board-certified internal medicine physician who earned her medical degree from Liaquat University of Medical & Health Sciences Jamshoro. With 62 years of clinical experience, she brings extensive knowledge to adult healthcare and preventive medicine. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Ahmed practices at multiple locations throughout Queens, New York, including affiliations with Long Island Jewish Forest Hills and Jamaica Hospital Medical Center. She focuses on managing weight concerns and cholesterol problems in both adults and adolescents. Her practice emphasizes preventive care through comprehensive vaccination services, including flu shots and pneumonia prevention. Patients have given Dr. Ahmed an average rating of 2.9 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.9
  • 62 years of experience
  • 39 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Liaquat University Of Medical & Health Sciences Jamshoro
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Najma Altaf Ahmed has 3 locations

Advantagecare Physicians Jamaica Estates Medical Office

18005 Hillside AveQueens, NY 11432
Mon7:30 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sat7:30 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

New York City Health And Hospitals Queens

8268 164th StJamaica, NY 11432

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center

8900 Van Wyck ExpyJamaica, NY 11418

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Russian, English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Queens , NYBrooklyn , NYSmithtown , NYBronx , NY
Med School: Liaquat University Of Medical & Health Sciences Jamshoro Med School: Dhaka Medical College And Hospital Med School: Mount Sinai School Of Medicine Of New York University Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Najma Altaf Ahmed

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - IPA
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Elderplan
  • Elderplan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Health First Health Plans
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Najma Altaf Ahmed has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Najma Altaf Ahmed has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Flushing
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

62 Years Experience

Dr. Najma Altaf Ahmed holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Liaquat University Of Medical & Health Sciences Jamshoro in 1964.

NPI Number

Dr. Ahmed's NPI number is 1043253099.

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What languages does Dr. Najma Altaf Ahmed speak?
Dr. Najma Altaf Ahmed speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Najma Altaf Ahmed's office located?
Dr. Najma Altaf Ahmed's office is located at 18005 Hillside Ave, Queens, NY, 11432.

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