Summary

Dr. Zahra Sheikh is a family medicine physician who also specializes in geriatric medicine, bringing comprehensive care to patients across all life stages with particular expertise in caring for older adults. She earned her medical degree from Bahauddin Zakariya University/Nishtar Medical College in Multan, Pakistan, and completed her residency at New York Medical College-Metropolitan Hospital, followed by fellowship training at Montefiore Medical Center. With 31 years of medical experience, Dr. Sheikh is certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu.

Dr. Sheikh practices at UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester, Massachusetts, where she focuses on treating conditions such as limping, loss of trunk control, and weakness. Her approach includes coordinating physical therapy, strength training, and occupational therapy to help patients regain function and improve their quality of life. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.7 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 31 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
  • Montefiore Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Spent time with me
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

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Worcester , MADracut , MAWestborough , MALeominster , MA
Med School: Bahauddin Zakariya Univ./Nishtar Medical College, Multan, Pakistan
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Zahra S Sheikh

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP) - HMO
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • MassHealth
  • MassHealth - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Zahra S Sheikh has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Zahra S Sheikh has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • Dementia Testing
  • EOL Care
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Zahra S Sheikh holds an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Montefiore Medical Center.

Residency

Completed their residency at New York Medical College-Metropolitan Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Bahauddin Zakariya Univ./Nishtar Medical College, Multan, Pakistan in 1995.

NPI Number

Zahra S Sheikh's NPI number is 1851389522.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Zahra Sheikh?
You can find contact information for Zahra Sheikh here on Vitals.
Does Zahra Sheikh accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Zahra Sheikh has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Zahra Sheikh's office located?
Zahra Sheikh's office is located at 291 Lincoln St, Worcester, MA, 01605.
Which hospitals is Zahra Sheikh affiliated with?
Zahra Sheikh is affiliated with Umass Memorial Medical Center.
Does Zahra Sheikh accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Zahra Sheikh accepts on their Vitals profile.

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