2.3
12 Ratings with 7 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Vaqar Ahmed is a double board-certified nephrologist specializing in the medical care of patients with advanced kidney disease and those undergoing kidney transplantation. He is a member of the kidney and pancreas transplant team at Hackensack University Medical Center.
His practice is dedicated to the comprehensive medical management of patients throughout the entire transplant journey. This includes the pre-transplant evaluation of both transplant candidates and potential living donors, as well as the complex post-transplant care required to ensure the long-term health and success of the new organ.
Dr. Ahmed earned his medical degree from Hamdard University. He then completed his residency in internal medicine and fellowship in nephrology at Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). This comprehensive training provides him with the expertise to manage the full spectrum of kidney disease.
Dr. Ahmed is fluent in both English and Urdu, allowing him to provide clear and …compassionate care to a diverse patient community.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Does donating a kidney shorten your lifespan?
Donors actually tend to live a longer life because they tend to take better care of themselves post-donation and hence have a better quality of life.
2. Do you have to be young to donate a kidney?
People into their 70s can donate a kidney—it is all about the health of the potential living donor.
3. Do kidney donors have to follow a special diet following donation?
A kidney donor should eat a healthy, well-balanced diet. There are no dietary restrictions following donation.
4. Will donating a kidney negatively affect the donor’s sex life?
Most kidney donors are able to resume normal relationships within two weeks of donating.
5. How can I schedule an appointment with Dr. Ahmed?
You can schedule an appointment by calling his office in Hackensack:
HMH Organ Transplantation
20 Prospect Avenue, Suite 404
551-996-2608
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 21 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine
- 7 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Flexible scheduling
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Office Locations
Dr. Vaqar Ahmed has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Vaqar Ahmed, MD | Dr. Jai Radhakrishnan, MD | Dr. Shayan Shirazian, MD | Dr. Abhinav Bhalla, MBBS |
| Nephrology | Nephrology | Nephrology | Nephrology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 42 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks Hindi | Speaks Farsi | Speaks English |
| Hackensack , NJ | New York , NY | New York , NY | New York , NY |
| Med School: MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE | Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University | Med School: Vardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Vaqar Ahmed
Medical Specialties
Dr. Vaqar Ahmed has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Vaqar Ahmed has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine, 2007
American Board of Internal Medicine
Nephrology, 2007
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Fellowship
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine2013
Residency
Michael Reese Hospital & Medical Center2007
Internship
Hamdard College of Medicine & Dentistry2001
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Dr. Vaqar Ahmed speak?
- Dr. Vaqar Ahmed speaks English.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Vaqar Ahmed affiliated with?
- Dr. Vaqar Ahmed is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center.
- Does Dr. Vaqar Ahmed accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Vaqar Ahmed has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vaqar Ahmed?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Vaqar Ahmed here on Vitals.
- Is Dr. Vaqar Ahmed accepting new patients?
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