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Dr. Ammar Shaheen, MD

Dr. Ammar Shaheen, MD

Pulmonary Disease*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Ammar Shaheen, MD is a pulmonologist in Merrillville, IN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Shaheen has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease. He graduated from Damascus University Faculty of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Mary Medical Center and Franciscan Health Crown Point. He is accepting telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 3 reviews 5 Star Rating (3 reviews)

Practice

8909 Broadway Merrillville, IN 46410
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(219) 769-0054

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Shaheen is affiliated with St. Mary Medical Center Hobart, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Shaheen specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Pulmonary Disease. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Shaheen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shaheen

5.0

3 ratings, 2 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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p keller – Feb 09, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Clementine Woods – Jul 21, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Ammar Shaheen, MD is a pulmonologist in Merrillville, IN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Shaheen has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease. He graduated from Damascus University Faculty of Medicine in...read more

  • Pulmonary Disease

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Damascus University Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Pulmonary Disease
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Locations

Practice

Chest Diseases Associates PC8909 Broadway Merrillville, IN 46410
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Mary Medical Center

    1500 S Lake Park Ave
    Hobart, IN 46342
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Franciscan Health Crown Point

    12750 Saint Francis Dr
    Crown Point, IN 46307
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Methodist Hospitals-Northlake Campus

    600 Richard Gordon Hatcher Blvd
    Gary, IN 46402

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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