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Dr. Omar Shams, MD

Cardiology Age 44
Dr. Omar Shams, MD
4.2 (10 Ratings)

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Dr. Omar Shams, MD is a Cardiology Specialist in Rockville, MD.
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Dr. Omar Shams, MD

Cardiology Age 44
Rockville, MD
Accepting new patients
18 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Omar Shams, MD is a Cardiology Specialist in Rockville, MD.

About

Dr. Omar Shams, MD is a Cardiology Specialist in Rockville, MD and has 18 years experience. They graduated from St. Georges University School of Medicine. They currently practice at Adventist HealthCare Cardiac Associates and are affiliated with St. Mary's Hospital, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center and Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center. Dr. Shams has experience treating conditions like Supraventricular Tachycardia, Sinus Tachycardia and Sinus Bradycardia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shams received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 10 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Shams is board certified in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Supraventricular Tachycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinus Bradycardia
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Background Check
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Insurance Accepted

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  • The Local Choice-VA
  • KeyCare PPO
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
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  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Choice Plus POS

Locations

  1. 1 Adventist HealthCare Cardiac Associates
    15225 Shady Grove Rd Ste 201, Rockville, MD 20850
  2. 2 Adventist HealthCare Cardiac Associates
    19735 Germantown Rd Ste 190, Germantown, MD 20874
  3. 3 Adventist HealthCare Cardiac Associates
    12501 Prosperity Dr Ste 300, Silver Spring, MD 20904
  4. 4 Adventist Medical Group - Cardiovascular Specialists
    11886 Healing Way Ste 402, Silver Spring, MD 20904
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shams
4.2
Based on 10 Reviews
5 Stars (7)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (1)

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Jul 29, 2020
Dr. Shams was amazing with providing clear information so we could make an informed decision. He has a lovely bedside manner and we really appreciated his kind and caring nature. The procedure went great and I highly recommend him.
Laura P — Jul 29, 2020
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • Dr. Omar Shams, MD is an Adventist HealthCare affiliated community doctor specializing in clinical cardiac electrophysiology in Rockville, MD.
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Biography
  • Dr. Omar Shams, MD is a cardiology specialist in Rockville, MD and has over 17 years of experience in the medical field. They graduated from St. Georges University School of Medicine in 2005. They specialize in Cardiology.
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Education

Medical Education
  • St. Georges University School of Medicine
    2005
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Board Certifications

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  • Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Omar Shams, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shams' profile.

Dr. Shams frequently treats the following conditions: Supraventricular Tachycardia, Sinus Tachycardia and Sinus Bradycardia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Omar Shams, MD is affiliated with St. Mary's Hospital, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center and Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Omar Shams, MD holds board certification in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • St. Mary's Hospital

    5801 Bremo Rd, Richmond, VA

  • Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center

    9901 Medical Center Dr, Rockville, MD

  • Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center

    7600 Carroll Ave, Takoma Park, MD