Ahmed Raza Shakir, MD
A member of Texas Health Physicians Group
Ahmed Raza Shakir, MD
Neurological Surgery
Spine Surgery
Offers Video Visits
2 Locations 1001 N Waldrop Dr
Ste 802
Arlington, TX 76012-4715
Texas Health Neurosurgery and Spine Specialists
Ste 802
Arlington, TX 76012-4715
About Me
Specialties
Neurological Surgery
Spine Surgery
Hospital Affiliations
Texas Health Arlington Memorial
Texas Health Fort Worth
Texas Health HEB
Gender
M
Languages
English
Education
Vanderbilt University Medical Center - Neurological Surgery Dept, Fellowship - 2012
Medical College of Georgia Program, Residency - 2011
UTSW Medical School, Medical Education - 2005
Bio
Dr. Ahmed Shakir brings in-depth clinical and teaching experience in neurosurgery to Texas Health Neurosurgery and Spine Specialists. He is board-certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery and is fellowship-trained in spine surgery from Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville. Dr. Shakir received his medical degree from The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas before going on to complete his neurological surgery residency training at Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, GA. He has also worked as a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at The University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio.
Dr. Shakir’s special interests include spinal trauma, spinal oncology and degenerative spine disorders. He is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and Congress of Neurological Surgeons.
Dr. Shakir’s special interests include spinal trauma, spinal oncology and degenerative spine disorders. He is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and Congress of Neurological Surgeons.
Accepted Insurance
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6 Degrees-Fort Worth Firefighters
Aetna Better Health Chip Medicaid
Aetna Better Health Star Plans Medicaid
Aetna Medicare Adv
Aetna TX HealthAetna
Ambetter-ACA/Marketplace
American Health Advantage
BCBS Blue Advantage HMO(ACA)
BCBS Blue Choice PPO
BCBS Blue Essentials (HMO Blue)
BCBS Blue Medicare Advantage HMO
BCBS Blue Medicare Advantage PPO
BCBS MyBlueHealth
Care N Care Medicare Adv
Cigna Commercial
Cigna Medicare Adv HMO
Cigna Medicare Adv PPO
Coventry First Health
Galaxy
HealthFirst TPA-Ardent Health Services
HealthSmart
Humana ChoiceCare Commercial
Humana HMO PPO Medicare Adv
Medicare Railroad
Medicare Rest Of Texas
Medicare Tarrant
PHCS Multiplan
ProCare Advantage Medicare HMO
QuickTrip
Self-pay
Texas Independence Health Plan (TIHP)
Tricare Humana Military
TriWest (BCBS)
UHC AARP Medicare Adv
UHC Commercial
USA Commercial PPO
USA Lonestar Network
WellCare Medicare HMO/PPO
WellPoint Medicaid(Formerly Amerigroup)
WellPoint Medicare Adv(Formerly Amerigroup)
Reviews
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Comments
4.9 out of 5 (57 Ratings, 26 Comments)
Sep 2024The doctor was very patient and thorough when dealing with me. He explained my options of treatmentSep 2024Staff was very friendly and respectfulSep 2024He provided great info & treatment for my painSep 2024Staff was very caring & informative. [...] called afterward to make sure I understood the treatment plan & to offer assistanceSep 2024Everything was very goodSep 2024Everything is fineAug 2024Dr and staff were very politeAug 2024Exceptional cateJul 2024Everyone that I dealt with were kind, compassionate and went above and beyond to help in every way. I probably have never had a better experience or more helpful, caring individuals. I would like to express my thanks and appreciation.Jul 2024If there were any issues or potential problems the staff worked relentlessly until everything was taken care of.Jul 2024Very professionalJul 2024The nurse was professional and friendly.Jul 2024Very helpful with explaining the processJul 2024Helpful helpful and kindJun 2024GoodJun 2024GoodJun 2024Dr Shakir is an excellent physician! He was very forthcoming and answered all my questions. His staff is great and was on top of it whenever I had an issue or question! Definitely recommend and would choose Dr. Shakir if I ever have any more spine problems!Jun 2024I love my dr this the the 2nd time around.Jun 2024I like my nurse very much very humorous.Jun 2024Dr Shakir is w wonderful and caring doctor. Took the time with my visit to explain everything to me. I would highly recommend.Jun 2024Great [...]Jun 2024GoodJun 2024The doctor was through,needed more information, very nice, going back, his staff was great also.Jun 2024Great people and very helpful.Jun 2024Very knowledgeable, empathetic and explained treatment in easy to understand language.Jun 2024Excellent experience from the front office staff, nurse, and physician. They contacted me frequently to check on my status, keep me informed of my treatment plan and assess my ongoing needs in preparation for my surgical procedure. Such a wonderful practice and so far an excellent postoperative outcome. I have recommended Dr Shakir to all my friends and family.