Summary

Dr. Umar Shakur treats hypertension and hypertensive emergency and performs electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG), contrast echocardiography, and transthoracic echocardiogram. They have practiced cardiology for 20 years and are affiliated with Boston Medical Center Brighton.

Dr. Shakur earned their medical degree from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed a residency at Brown University/Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island. They see patients in Dorchester Center, Massachusetts. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Shakur 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 20 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Brown University/Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Carney Hospital

2100 Dorchester AveDorchester Center, MA 02124
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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20 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Dorchester Center , MACambridge , MABoston , MABoston , MA
Med School: CHICAGO COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE Med School: University of Toledo Medical School Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Umar Muhammad Shakur

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Amita Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Family Health Network
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Zing Health

Medical Specialties

Dr. Umar Muhammad Shakur has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Umar Muhammad Shakur has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Brown University/Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island.

Medical School

Graduated from CHICAGO COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE in 2006.

NPI Number

Dr. Shakur's NPI number is 1982799854.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Umar Shakur speak?
Dr. Umar Shakur speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Umar Shakur?
You can find contact information for Dr. Umar Shakur here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Umar Shakur accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Umar Shakur has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Umar Shakur's office located?
Dr. Umar Shakur's office is located at 2100 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester Center, MA, 02124.
Which hospitals is Dr. Umar Shakur affiliated with?
Dr. Umar Shakur is affiliated with Boston Medical Center Brighton.

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