Summary

Dr. Zakare Salifu specializes in cardiovascular disease, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of heart and blood vessel conditions. He earned his medical degree from Western University Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and has been practicing for 24 years. Dr. Salifu speaks English and brings extensive experience to his cardiac care practice.

Dr. Salifu is affiliated with T.J. Samson Community Hospital and practices in Glasgow and Columbia, Kentucky. He treats patients with heart rhythm disorders, coronary artery disease, and provides specialized care for women with heart conditions. His diagnostic expertise includes performing electrocardiograms, contrast echocardiography, and transthoracic echocardiograms to evaluate heart function. Patients rate Dr. Salifu 5.0 out of 5 stars for his cardiovascular care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 24 years of experience
  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Zakare Salifu has 3 locations

T.J. Health Pavilion

310 N. L. Rogers Wells BlvdGlasgow, KY 42141

T.J. Samson Community Hospital

1330 N. Race StreetGlasgow, KY 42141

T.J. Health Columbia Primary Care

810 Jamestown StreetColumbia, KY 42728
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Glasgow , KYBowling Green , KYNashville , TNGlasgow , KY
Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: Universitaet Leipzig Medizinische Fakultaet Med School: University Of Arizona College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Zakare Salifu

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • American Healthcare Alliance
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cofinity
  • GEHA
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky)
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Zakare Salifu has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Zakare Salifu has the following 13 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Zakare Salifu holds an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific in 2002.

NPI Number

Zakare Salifu's NPI number is 1770610081.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Zakare Salifu's office located?
Zakare Salifu's office is located at 310 N. L. Rogers Wells Blvd, Glasgow, KY, 42141.
Which hospitals is Zakare Salifu affiliated with?
Zakare Salifu is affiliated with Tj Samson Community Hospital.
Does Zakare Salifu accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Zakare Salifu accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Zakare Salifu accepting new patients?
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Does Zakare Salifu accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Zakare Salifu has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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