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Summary
Dr. Shifa Umar specializes in gastroenterology and internal medicine, bringing 13 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Shifa College of Medicine and completed her residency training at Allegheny General Hospital. Her dual specialty training allows her to provide comprehensive care for both digestive system disorders and general internal medicine needs.
Dr. Umar practices at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, Texas. She focuses on treating conditions such as colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and upper gastrointestinal bleeding. Her expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures to diagnose and treat digestive health issues. She also utilizes pathology testing to provide accurate diagnoses for her patients.
Dr. Umar practices at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, Texas. She focuses on treating conditions such as colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and upper gastrointestinal bleeding. Her expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures to diagnose and treat digestive health issues. She also utilizes pathology testing to provide accurate diagnoses for her patients.
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Quick Facts
- 13 years of experience
- 13 insurance plans accepted
- Allegheny General Hospital
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
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| Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 13 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Houston , TX | Little Rock , AR | SACRAMENTO , CA | SACRAMENTO , CA |
| Med School: Shifa College Of Medicine | Med School: University of Central Arkansas | Med School: University of South Alabama | Med School: New York University |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Shifa Umar has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Shifa Umar has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
13 Years Experience
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Allegheny General Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Shifa College Of Medicine in 2013.
NPI Number
Dr. Umar's NPI number is 1770965428.
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- Dr. Shifa Umar's office is located at 2002 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX, 77030.
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