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Dr. Shaista Alam, MD

Dr. Shaista Alam, MD

Neurology*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Shaista Alam, MD is a neurologist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 2012. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and Jefferson Frankford Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 130 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (130 reviews)

Locations

Practice

Stroke Center1101 Chestnut St # 10 Philadelphia, PA 19107
1
New Patient?
(215) 240-8993

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Alam is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Philadelphia, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurology.

Dr. Alam is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Alam specializes in the areas of Neurology & Vascular Neurology. See board certifications
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Stroke Care Award™ See hospitals
  • Good Patient CarePatients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Alam's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Alam

4.8

130 ratings
5 Star
84%
84%
4 Star
12%
12%
3 Star
2%
2%
2 Star
1%
1%
1 Star
2%
2%

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About Me

biography

Dr. Shaista Alam, MD is a neurologist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 2012. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Thomas Jefferson...read more
  • Neurology

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  • University Of Texas Health Science Center At Houston

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals

    Residency Hospital
  • Drexel University College Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital
  • Drexel University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2012
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology
Vascular Neurology
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Dr. Alam is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Jefferson Frankford Hospital

      4900 Frankford Ave
      Philadelphia, PA 19124
    • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

      111 S 11th St
      Philadelphia, PA 19107
      Recipient of 23
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Stroke Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Jefferson Torresdale Hospital

      10800 Knights Rd
      Philadelphia, PA 19114

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

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
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