Summary

Dr. Samantha Shams is an oncologist who specializes in treating cancer patients with comprehensive care. She earned her medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Emory Healthcare. With 14 years of experience in oncology, Dr. Shams brings extensive knowledge to her practice. She is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Shams is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital and practices at multiple Piedmont Cancer Institute locations throughout Georgia, including Atlanta, Fayetteville, Newnan, and Stockbridge. She focuses on treating breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent breast cancer and Paget disease of the breast. Her expertise includes performing CT scans and chest imaging to monitor treatment progress. Patients rate Dr. Shams 4.8 out of 5 stars for her compassionate care and clinical excellence.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 14 years of experience
  • 47 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Emory Healthcare
  • 128 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Office Locations

Dr. Samantha Shams has 5 locations

Piedmont Cancer Institute Pc

1800 Howell Mill Rd Nw Ste 800Atlanta, GA 30318
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Piedmont Cancer Institute Pc

1267 Highway 54 W Ste 4200Fayetteville, GA 30214
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Piedmont Cancer Institute Pc

775 Poplar Rd Ste 310Newnan, GA 30265
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Piedmont Cancer Institute Pc

1240 Eagles Landing Pkwy # 260Stockbridge, GA 30281
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Piedmont Cancer Institute Pc

755 Mount Vernon Hwy NE Ste 320Atlanta, GA 30328
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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OncologyNurse PractitionerNurse PractitionerNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, French
Atlanta , GADuluth , GAAtlanta , GADouglasville , GA
Med School: Mercer University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Samantha Shams

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Alliant Health Plans
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia - Medicare
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clover Health
  • Cox HealthPlans
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Alliance
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Priority Health
  • Sonder Health Plans
  • Sonder Health Plans - Medicare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Samantha Shams has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Samantha Shams has the following 7 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Emory Healthcare.

Medical School

Graduated from Mercer University School Of Medicine in 2012.

NPI Number

Dr. Shams' NPI number is 1831335157.

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