Summary

Dr. Zeenat Safdar is a pulmonologist who brings 35 years of medical expertise to respiratory care. She earned her medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, followed by residency training at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Safdar completed her fellowship at Mount Sinai St. Luke's Hospital/Columbia University in New York, gaining specialized training in pulmonary medicine. She holds certifications in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and speaks English fluently.

Dr. Safdar practices at Houston Methodist Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Specialists and maintains hospital privileges at Kindred Hospital Houston Medical Center in Houston, Texas. She specializes in treating complex lung conditions including pulmonary hypertension, high blood pressure affecting lung circulation, and interstitial lung disease. Her expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing to assess breathing capacity and coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs for patients with respiratory conditions. Patients have rated Dr. Safdar an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars for her care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 35 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Mount Sinai St. Lukes’s Hospital/Columbia University, New York, New York
  • 18 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Houston Methodist Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Specialists

6445 Main St # 22Houston, TX 77030
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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PulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonology
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4.6 
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4.4 
35 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi
Houston , TXHOUSTON , TXKingwood , TXSugar Land , TX
Med School: Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas (Graduate) Med School: Bolan Medical College Med School: University Of Ilorin College Of Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Zeenat Safdar

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Community Health Choice
  • EmblemHealth
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Zeenat Safdar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Zeenat Safdar has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • AIDS/HIV (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Congenital Heart Defects
  • Connective Tissue Diseases
  • Emphysema
  • Lung Diseases
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonary Hypertension
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Mount Sinai St. Lukes’s Hospital/Columbia University, New York, New York2005

Residency

SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, New York1998

Medical School

Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas (Graduate)Graduated in 2015
American Board of Internal Medicine (Board Certification)Graduated in 2000
Sindh Medical College, Karachi University, Karachi, PakistanGraduated in 1991

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Zeenat Safdar?
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Does Zeenat Safdar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Zeenat Safdar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Zeenat Safdar's office located?
Zeenat Safdar's office is located at 6445 Main St # 22, Houston, TX, 77030.
What languages does Zeenat Safdar speak?
Zeenat Safdar speaks English.
Which hospitals is Zeenat Safdar affiliated with?
Zeenat Safdar is affiliated with Kindred Hospital Houston Medical Center.

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