Summary

Dr. Shifa Umar treats hemorrhoids, colon polyps, and noninfectious gastroenteritis, and performs colonoscopy, lower GI endoscopy, and sedation. She practices gastroenterology and internal medicine and has 13 years of experience. Dr. Umar completed her residency at Allegheny General Hospital and sees patients in Houston, Texas.

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Quick Facts

  • 13 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • Allegheny General Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

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Houston , TXHouston , TXTempe , AZMontgomery , AL
Med School: Shifa College Of Medicine Med School: Nova Southeastern University, Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Charles R Drew University Med School: Georgia State University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Shifa Umar

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - POS
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance - Federal Employees Program
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS

Medical Specialties

Dr. Shifa Umar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Shifa Umar has the following area of expertise

  • Internal Medicine

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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Where is Dr. Shifa Umar's office located?
Dr. Shifa Umar's office is located at 2002 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX, 77030.
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