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38 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Sheikh-Hamad, Nephrologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. David Sheikh-Hamad, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years. Dr. Sheikh-Hamad graduated from Hadassah Medical School and completed his residency at Vet Affairs Med Center. Dr. Sheikh-Hamad is fluent in English, Arabic, and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheikh-Hamad’s office at (713) 798-2500.
Where did Dr. Sheikh-Hamad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vet Affairs Med Center | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Medical School: Hadassah Medical School, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem,Jerusalem, Israel | Hadassah Medical School
What languages does Dr. Sheikh-Hamad speak?
Dr. Sheikh-Hamad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Hebrew
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Sheikh-Hamad typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Sheikh-Hamad diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Sheikh-Hamad. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Sheikh-Hamad typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. David Sheikh-Hamad may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Sheikh-Hamad's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sheikh-Hamad accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Sheikh-Hamad's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Sheikh-Hamad's office located?
What is Dr. Sheikh-Hamad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sheikh-Hamad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568542900.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheikh-Hamad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sheikh-Hamad
What is Dr. David Sheikh-Hamad's specialty?
Dr. Sheikh-Hamad is a Nephrologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. David Sheikh-Hamad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sheikh-Hamad is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is David Sheikh-Hamad accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. David Sheikh-Hamad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Sheikh-Hamad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sheikh-Hamad's office at (713) 798-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Sheikh-Hamad?
Please contact Dr. Sheikh-Hamad's office at (713) 798-2500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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