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Summary
Dr. Shaista Alam specializes in neurology with advanced training in vascular neurology and internal medicine. She earned her medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine and has practiced for 14 years, focusing on complex neurological conditions that affect the brain's blood vessels and overall nervous system function.
Dr. Alam practices at multiple locations throughout Philadelphia, including Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and Jefferson Hospital for Neuroscience. She treats patients who have experienced strokes and other cerebrovascular events, helping them recognize critical warning signs like those identified in BE FAST stroke protocols. Her treatment approach includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs, while utilizing advanced imaging techniques like MRI to diagnose and monitor neurological conditions.
Dr. Alam practices at multiple locations throughout Philadelphia, including Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and Jefferson Hospital for Neuroscience. She treats patients who have experienced strokes and other cerebrovascular events, helping them recognize critical warning signs like those identified in BE FAST stroke protocols. Her treatment approach includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs, while utilizing advanced imaging techniques like MRI to diagnose and monitor neurological conditions.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 14 years of experience
- 28 insurance plans accepted
- Drexel University College Of Medicine
- 3 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 7 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Shaista Alam has 7 locationsJefferson Neurology Associates
909 Walnut St Fl 2Philadelphia, PA 19107 Tel: (215) 955-1234
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Vickie And Jack Farber Institute For Neuroscience Honickman Center
1101 CHESTNUT ST FL 10PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107Mon8:00 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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| Neurology | Neurology | Infectious Disease | Infectious Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 14 Years of Experience | 42 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience | 47 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Russian | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Philadelphia , PA | Philadelphia , PA | ELKINS PARK , PA | Philadelphia , PA |
| Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine | Med School: State Univ Of Medicine And Pharmacy Nicolae Testemitanu Fac Of Med | Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine | Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Shaista Alam
Medical Specialties
Dr. Shaista Alam has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Shaista Alam has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
14 Years Experience
Dr. Shaista Alam holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine in 2012.
NPI Number
Dr. Alam's NPI number is 1700149895.
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