Dr. Shahbaz A. Cheema, MD | Leesburg, FL | Internist

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Dr. Shahbaz Cheema treats chronic kidney disease, hypertension, and atherosclerosis and has practiced internal medicine for 30 years. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Citrus Hospital and sees patients at locations in Leesburg, Mount Dora, and The Villages, Florida. He speaks English and Spanish. Dr. Cheema earned his MD from Aga Khan University Medical College and completed his residency at Easton Hospital. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Cheema 4.32 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.3

41 Ratings
30 years of experience
65 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Easton Hospital
11 written reviews
1 specialty
6 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
6 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Cheema's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

41 Ratings with 11 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 17 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (18) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (17) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Flexible scheduling: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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Succinct, professional, empathetic, inquisitive, Best Doctor in Florida listens well, has answers or at least tries somethings until he gets an answer, and so far, although he talks faster, is the only Dr I have that has been able to thoroughly minister to his patients, in spite of Corporate acquisitions! Kudod Dr Cheema!

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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

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February 24th, 2025

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This Physician brings new meaning to the words Compassion, Thorough, Attentive, Learned, & Encouragement! It is just too bad That I could not give him 6 Stars because I certainly would. The more complex your ailments the more committed Dr Cheema is to relieving them. Thank You Doctor for your diligence.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
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January 30th, 2023

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He is disrespectful and arrogant!! He doesn't deserve to be called Doctor!!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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January 5th, 2019

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I’ve been going to Dr. Cheema since we moved from NJ over 12 years ago. He is the best Dr I’ve ever had and I have had many over the years!! He has an incredible memory, LISTENS to u, compassionate & just knows what he’s doing. We are very fortunate to have him for a Dr.!!!!

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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

Needs Improvement

May 21st, 2018

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I just love his knowledge of Medicine!!!! Always remembers you plus what your ailments are. Wonderful bedside manner and listens to you

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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

Needs Improvement

August 16th, 2017

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I have seen Dr Cheema for 8 year yrs and he is an excellent physican.He is caring, takes up time with me. In the years he has saw me I was born in lake county and had other Drs but they would never compare to Dr. CHEEMA. My rating for him is 10 +!!!!!

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 28th, 2017

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Great practice, very personable

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

February 3rd, 2017

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The office employees, and Doctors are a joke. Rude, disrespectful, and not very knowledgeable. I would not recommend these people to my enemy!

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Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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May 20th, 2015

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good treatment always

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

April 8th, 2015

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The office staff here is God awful!!!! No one knows a thing and is clueless !!!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner

Needs Improvement

Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

January 19th, 2015

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Dr. Shahbaz Ali Cheema, MD	Jenna Burns, PA-C	Sidney Coupet, DO	Dr. Carey Connolly, DO
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (41 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.3 (7 Ratings)
30 Years of Experience		19 Years of Experience	21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Leesburg , FL	Saint Petersburg , FL	Pompano Beach , FL	Boca Raton , FL
Med School: Aga Khan University Medical College		Med School: Univ of Pittsburgh School of Public Health: Master of Public Health, Health Policy Management	Med School: Nova Southeastern University
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Internal Medicine

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Dr. Shahbaz Ali Cheema holds an active medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Florida that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Easton Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Aga Khan University Medical College in 1996.

NPI Number

Dr. Cheema's NPI number is 1922079508.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Shahbaz Cheema affiliated with?: Dr. Shahbaz Cheema is affiliated with Hca Florida Citrus Hospital.

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