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Dr. Shah Alam, MD

Geriatric Medicine*
Map Pin Small Jamaica, NY
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32 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Shah Alam, MD

Dr. Shah Alam, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Jamaica, NY. They specialize in Geriatric Medicine, has 32 years of experience. They graduated from Barisal Medical College.

Dr. Alam works at Practice in Jamaica, NY with other offices in Bronx, NY. They frequently treat conditions like Fever along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Alam's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Ms Alam Medical Care PC
    17007 HILLSIDE AVE, Jamaica, NY 11432 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (347) 380-9050
  2. 2
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    2153 Westchester Ave, Bronx, NY 10462 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (718) 824-8000

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Breast Pain
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Burn Injuries
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
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Cellulitis
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Chlamydia Infections
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Chronic Prostatitis
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Common Cold
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Diabetic Polyneuropathy
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Folic Acid Deficiency
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Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gout
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hydrocele
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
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Hypoglycemia
Hypokalemia
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Influenza (Flu)
Ingrown Nail
Insomnia
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
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Kidney Stone Pain (Renal Colic)
Lactose Intolerance
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Lipid Disorders
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Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
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Obesity
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Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Perimenopause
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Wart
Pneumonia
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Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Prostatitis
Proteinuria
Radiculopathy
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Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Sebaceous Cysts
Second-Degree Burns
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
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Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
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Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Spermatocele
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Stye
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Swine Flu
Symptomatic Menopause
Syphilis Infections
Testicular Dysfunction
Throat Pain
Thrush
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Thyroid Goiter
Tinea Versicolor
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Varicose Eczema
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Warts
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Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
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Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Geriatric Assessment
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Sexually Transmitted Infections Counseling
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    Specialties*
    • Geriatric Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 32 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1659516417
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • Barisal Medical College
    Medical Education

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    Dr. Alam accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

    Dr. Alam has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Alam has seen patients for Fever, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Alam on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

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