Summary

Dr. Syed Ahmed specializes in neurology, bringing over three decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Dow Medical College at the University of Karachi in Pakistan before completing his residency training at both Maimonides Medical Center in pulmonary diseases and internal medicine, as well as at University of Illinois Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Ahmed holds certifications from the American Board of Internal Medicine in internal medicine and from the American Board of Urology in urology. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Ahmed practices at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, and maintains affiliations with Advocate Trinity Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating patients with altered consciousness, changes in mental status, and seizures. Dr. Ahmed performs diagnostic procedures such as electroencephalograms to monitor brain activity, MRI scans, and specialized brain imaging studies to help diagnose neurological conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.8 stars, reflecting their confidence in his neurological care.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.8
  • 33 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Maimonides Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Maimonides Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Mount Sinai Hospital

1500 S Fairfield AveChicago, IL 60608

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NeurologyNeurologyNeurologyNeurology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.1 
4.5 
33 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Tagalog Speaks English
Chicago , ILPark Ridge , ILMaywood , ILNew York , NY
Med School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan Med School: University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And Surgery Med School: Universitatea De Medicina Si Farmacie Iuliu Hatieganu
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Syed Ahmed

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Family Health Network
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Zing Health

Medical Specialties

Syed Ahmed has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Syed Ahmed has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Migraine Disorders
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Syed Ahmed is board certified in Internal medicine and Urology by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Urology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine and board certified in Urology by the American Board of Urology.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Maimonides Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Maimonides Med Ctr, Internal Medicine and University of Illinois Affiliated Hospitals.

Medical School

Graduated from Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan in 1993.

NPI Number

Syed Ahmed's NPI number is 1639278138.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Syed Ahmed affiliated with?
Syed Ahmed is affiliated with Advocate Trinity Hospital.
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What languages does Syed Ahmed speak?
Syed Ahmed speaks English.
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