Summary

Dr. Waqas Ahmed specializes in cardiovascular disease, focusing on heart and blood vessel conditions that affect patients of all ages. He earned his medical degree from Rawalpindi Medical University and completed his medical training through residencies at USA Health University Hospital and Englewood Hospital & Medical Center. Dr. Ahmed further advanced his expertise by completing a fellowship at the University of South Alabama College of Medicine in 2002. With 34 years of experience treating heart conditions, he communicates with patients in English, Urdu, and Arabic.

Dr. Ahmed practices at Saint Lukes Sacred Heart Campus and sees patients in Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania. He treats high blood pressure in both adults and children, including emergency situations when blood pressure reaches dangerous levels. His diagnostic expertise includes performing heart rhythm tests and specialized ultrasounds that create detailed images of the heart. Patients rate Dr. Ahmed 3.4 out of 5 stars for his cardiovascular care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 34 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Urdu, Arabic
  • University of South Alabama College of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Geisinger St. Luke's Specialty Services - Cardiology

1165 Centre TpkeOrwigsburg, PA 17961
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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3.4 
34 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Urdu, Arabic Speaks Spanish, English
Orwigsburg , PABradford , PAWest Reading , PAWest Reading , PA
Med School: Rawalpindi Medical University Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: Manipal College Of Medical Sciences (Mcoms)
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Waqas Ahmed

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Capital Blue Cross - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Waqas Ahmed has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Waqas Ahmed has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Heart Block
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Waqas Ahmed holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of South Alabama College of Medicine in 2002.

Residency

Completed their residency at USA Health University Hospital in 1999 and Englewood Hospital & Medical Center in 1996.

Medical School

Graduated from Rawalpindi Medical University in 1992.

NPI Number

Waqas Ahmed's NPI number is 1144568759.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Waqas Ahmed?
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Which hospitals is Waqas Ahmed affiliated with?
Waqas Ahmed is affiliated with Saint Lukes Sacred Heart Campus.
Does Waqas Ahmed accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Waqas Ahmed has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Waqas Ahmed accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Waqas Ahmed accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Waqas Ahmed's office located?
Waqas Ahmed's office is located at 1165 Centre Tpke, Orwigsburg, PA, 17961.

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