Summary

Dr. Wiqar Sheikh is a family medicine physician who also specializes in geriatric medicine, bringing comprehensive care to patients across all life stages. He earned his medical degree from Dow Medical College and completed his residency at University of Florida Health. With 34 years of medical experience, Dr. Sheikh has built extensive expertise in caring for families and older adults. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Sheikh practices at locations in Margate, Florida, and maintains hospital affiliations with HCA Florida Woodmont Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating common conditions such as joint pain, back pain in pregnant women, and back pain in children and teenagers. Dr. Sheikh incorporates physical therapy approaches into patient care, including strength training and hands-on manual therapy techniques. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 stars for his compassionate and thorough approach to healthcare.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 34 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Florida Health
  • 42 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Wiqar U Sheikh has 2 locations

Rock Island Medical Center

400 N Rock Island RdMargate, FL 33063
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Hca Florida Northwest Hospital

2801 N State Road 7Margate, FL 33063

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Dr. Wiqar U Sheikh, MDDr. James Philip Miller, MDDr. Craig Cappola, PACDr. Richard Kenneth Gaines, MD
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
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34 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Margate , FLLighthouse Point , FLBoca Raton , FLBoca Raton , FL
Med School: Dow Medical College Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine Med School: Miami Dade College Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Wiqar U Sheikh

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Assurant Health
  • AvMed
  • AvMed - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare) - HMO
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare) - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Community Care Plan
  • Coventry Health Care - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Devoted Health
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • Preferred Care Partners
  • Preferred Care Partners - HMO
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Simply Healthcare
  • Simply Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Dr. Wiqar U Sheikh has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Wiqar U Sheikh has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Geriatric Medicine (family Medicine)

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Florida, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Florida Health

Medical School

Dow Medical CollegeGraduated in 1992

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Which hospitals is Dr. Wiqar Sheikh affiliated with?
Dr. Wiqar Sheikh is affiliated with Hca Florida Woodmont Hospital.
Where is Dr. Wiqar Sheikh's office located?
Dr. Wiqar Sheikh's office is located at 400 N Rock Island Rd, Margate, FL, 33063.

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