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Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD

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(478 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Oncology and Adult Hematology

McGill University Faculty of Medicine (1997)

Professional interests include: tracheal cancer, tumor, cancer survivorship, and more.

1101 MADISON STREET SUITE 301
SEATTLE, WA 98104

(206) 505-1300

Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD is an oncologist in SEATTLE, WA specializing in adult oncology and adult hematology. She graduated from McGill University Faculty of Medicine in 1997 and has 28 years of experience. Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD is affiliated with Providence, Swedish Medical Center, Swedish Edmonds Campus, Swedish Issaquah Campus, Swedish Cherry Hill Campus, Swedish First Hill Campus and PacMed Clinics.

Office Locations

1101 MADISON STREET SUITE 301
SEATTLE, WA 98104

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Some issues Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD can help you with:

Anemia

Anemia is the most common blood disorder. It occurs when the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to the tissues. Blood loss, insufficient red blood cell production, and red blood cell destruction are the three main causes of anemia. These issues may arise from such conditions as iron deficiency, heavy periods, ulcers, kidney disease, as well as some forms of cancer.

An individual with anemia will have the following symptoms: shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, cold hands or feet, paleness, and irritability. Anemia is diagnosed when blood tests show low counts for hemoglobin, which is the protein responsible for carrying oxygen to different tissues throughout the body.

Treatments for anemia are dependent on the kind of anemia an individual has. For example, iron supplementation may correct iron deficiency anemia. For anemia caused by chronic kidney failure, chemotherapy treatments, and HIV/AIDS, a group of medications called erythropoiesis-stimulating agents may be prescribed.

Musculoskeletal Problems

The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.

Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.

Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.

Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.

Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.

Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.

Thrombocytopenia (Low Platelet Count)

Thrombocytopenia is a disorder where people have too few platelets. With too few platelets in the bloodstream, the blood is unable to properly clot. People with thrombocytopenia may experience prolonged external and internal bleeding. Large purple bruises (ecchymoses) and small red skin spots (petechiae) in the skin and mouth are common in those with thrombocytopenia. Other symptoms of the disorder include bleeding gums, blood in bodily fluids, and fatigue. Thrombocytopenia most often arises from a different condition or treatment, such as alcoholism, autoimmune disease, cancer treatments, viruses (such as Hepatitis C and HIV), bone marrow diseases (such as leukemia and aplastic anemia), enlarged spleen, and exposure to toxic chemicals. In rare cases, thrombocytopenia is inherited.

If a doctor suspects a patient has a thrombocytopenia, a complete blood count (CBC) or platelet count test helps determine the concentration of platelets in a person's blood at a given time. Thrombocytopenia can be diagnosed by hematologists using advanced tests on platelet samples. Flow cytometry tests detect abnormalities by evaluating the characteristics of a platelet sample using targeted lasers and lights.

Treatments for low platelet counts include steroids like Prednisone, that can assist with platelet production. If a patient's low platelet count is caused by spleen problems, spleen removal (splenectomy) may be recommended. To treat the prolonged bleeding caused by thrombocytopenia, doctors frequently prescribe Dempressin, a hormone that promotes blood clotting. Antifibrinolytic medications such as tranexamic acid may also aid in the promotion of clotting and the prevention of bleeding. For patients with severe platelet disorders (either low platelet count and dysfunctional platelets), blood transfusions may be prescribed. Platelet blood transfusions deliver donated platelets to patients intravenously, replenishing the volume of functioning platelets.

Patients can also modify their lifestyle to better manage their disorder and minimize complications. Patients with low blood counts should avoid blood-thinning medications, alcohol, and activities that could lead to injury. Many people with thrombocytopenia can live healthy and fulfilling lives with proper treatment and precautions.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

chest CT scan

CT scan

thoracic imaging

In 2013, Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD had a list price for chest CT scan, CT scan, and thoracic (chest) imaging that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Washington. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated as an oncologist in SEATTLE, WA during 2013 were chemotherapy, biological response modifier (BRM) therapy, minimally invasive procedures and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD for Medicare patients.

biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	39
chemotherapy	39
doctor visit	438
minimally invasive procedures	39
preventive care	16
thoracic (chest) imaging	14
vaccines	16
X-rays	14

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD.

**Gender**
Male	80
Female	105

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	95
Black	28
Hispanic	0
Asian	43
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	64
From 75 to 84	62
85 and over	21
Less than 65	38

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD in 2013

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated during 2013 were hypertension, chronic kidney disease, diabetes and high cholesterol.

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	35
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	36
Dementia	8
Cancer	32

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated as an oncologist in SEATTLE, WA during 2014 were minimally invasive procedures, chemotherapy and biological response modifier (BRM) therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD for Medicare patients.

biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	48
chemotherapy	48
doctor visit	398
minimally invasive procedures	111

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD.

**Gender**
Male	62
Female	120

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	103
Black	28
Hispanic	0
Asian	36
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	72
From 75 to 84	59
85 and over	28
Less than 65	23

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD in 2014

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated during 2014 were hypertension, cancer, chronic kidney disease and high cholesterol.

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	32
Dementia	8
Cancer	46

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated as an oncologist in SEATTLE, WA during 2015 were minimally invasive procedures, chemotherapy, biological response modifier (BRM) therapy and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD for Medicare patients.

biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	133
chemotherapy	133
doctor visit	504
hospital care	40
inpatient care	40
minimally invasive procedures	178

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD.

**Gender**
Male	136
Female	266

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	226
Black	62
Hispanic	0
Asian	88
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	168
From 75 to 84	126
85 and over	46
Less than 65	62

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD in 2015

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated during 2015 were hypertension, high cholesterol, cancer and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	32
Dementia	7
Cancer	36

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated as an oncologist in SEATTLE, WA during 2016 were minimally invasive procedures, chemotherapy, biological response modifier (BRM) therapy and port flush.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD for Medicare patients.

biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	225
chemotherapy	225
doctor visit	576
minimally invasive procedures	399
port flush	27

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD.

**Gender**
Male	73
Female	157

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	135
Black	30
Hispanic	0
Asian	46
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	102
From 75 to 84	59
85 and over	39
Less than 65	30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD in 2016

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated during 2016 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and cancer.

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	26
Dementia	10
Cancer	33

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated as an oncologist in SEATTLE, WA during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures, chemotherapy, biological response modifier (BRM) therapy and CT scan.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	11
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	198
chemotherapy	198
CT scan	38
doctor visit	570
hospital care	36
inpatient care	36
minimally invasive procedures	376
pelvic imaging	11
thoracic (chest) imaging	27

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD.

**Gender**
Male	74
Female	134

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	127
Black	27
Hispanic	0
Asian	37
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	84
From 75 to 84	64
85 and over	33
Less than 65	27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD in 2017

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated during 2017 were hypertension, cancer, chronic kidney disease and high cholesterol.

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	33
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	27
Dementia	13
Cancer	37

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated as an oncologist in SEATTLE, WA during 2018 were minimally invasive procedures, chemotherapy, biological response modifier (BRM) therapy and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	16
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	165
chemotherapy	165
CT scan	54
doctor visit	556
hospital care	58
inpatient care	58
minimally invasive procedures	347
pelvic imaging	16
thoracic (chest) imaging	38

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD.

**Gender**
Male	80
Female	140

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	134
Black	30
Hispanic	0
Asian	36
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	95
From 75 to 84	61
85 and over	35
Less than 65	29

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated during 2018 were hypertension, chronic kidney disease, high cholesterol and cancer.

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	30
Dementia	11
Cancer	34

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated as an oncologist in SEATTLE, WA during 2019 were minimally invasive procedures, chemotherapy, biological response modifier (BRM) therapy and CT scan.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	18
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	104
chemotherapy	104
CT scan	54
doctor visit	579
hospital care	21
inpatient care	21
minimally invasive procedures	283
pelvic imaging	18
port flush	50
thoracic (chest) imaging	36

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD.

**Gender**
Male	90
Female	143

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	146
Black	28
Hispanic	0
Asian	41
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	89
From 75 to 84	83
85 and over	35
Less than 65	26

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated during 2019 were hypertension, chronic kidney disease, high cholesterol and cancer.

Hypertension	47
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	30
Dementia	11
Cancer	30

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated as an oncologist in SEATTLE, WA during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures, chemotherapy, biological response modifier (BRM) therapy and CT scan.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	13
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	123
chemotherapy	123
CT scan	43
doctor visit	527
minimally invasive procedures	273
pelvic imaging	13
preventive care	13
thoracic (chest) imaging	30
vaccines	13

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD.

**Gender**
Male	84
Female	135

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	132
Black	33
Hispanic	0
Asian	35
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	92
From 75 to 84	76
85 and over	28
Less than 65	23

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, cancer and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	37
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	27
Dementia	7
Cancer	33

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated as an oncologist in SEATTLE, WA during 2021 were minimally invasive procedures, chemotherapy, biological response modifier (BRM) therapy and CT scan.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	20
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	194
chemotherapy	194
CT scan	54
doctor visit	424
minimally invasive procedures	322
pelvic imaging	20
thoracic (chest) imaging	34

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD.

**Gender**
Male	75
Female	128

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	139
Black	29
Hispanic	0
Asian	22
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	76
From 75 to 84	72
85 and over	37
Less than 65	18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and cancer.

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	37
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	23
Dementia	10
Cancer	34

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated as an oncologist in SEATTLE, WA during 2022 were minimally invasive procedures, chemotherapy, biological response modifier (BRM) therapy and CT scan.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	17
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	162
chemotherapy	162
CT scan	48
doctor visit	409
minimally invasive procedures	289
pelvic imaging	17
thoracic (chest) imaging	31

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD.

**Gender**
Male	70
Female	116

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	128
Black	24
Hispanic	0
Asian	23
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	69
From 75 to 84	71
85 and over	30
Less than 65	16

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated during 2022 were hypertension, high cholesterol, cancer and osteoperosis.

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	28
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	22
Dementia	0
Cancer	37

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated as an oncologist in SEATTLE, WA during 2023 were minimally invasive procedures, chemotherapy, biological response modifier (BRM) therapy and CT scan.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	17
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	133
chemotherapy	133
CT scan	34
doctor visit	403
minimally invasive procedures	245
pelvic imaging	17
thoracic (chest) imaging	17

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD.

**Gender**
Male	76
Female	126

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	137
Black	19
Hispanic	0
Asian	27
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	80
From 75 to 84	72
85 and over	33
Less than 65	17

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, cancer and osteoperosis.

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	28
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	21
Dementia	0
Cancer	37

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated as an oncologist in SEATTLE, WA were minimally invasive procedures, chemotherapy, biological response modifier (BRM) therapy and CT scan.

abdominal imaging	16
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	138
chemotherapy	138
CT scan	46
doctor visit	489
hospital care	38
inpatient care	38
minimally invasive procedures	260
pelvic imaging	16
preventive care	14
thoracic (chest) imaging	28
vaccines	14
X-rays	14

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD.

**Gender**
Male	81
Female	142

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	30
Asian / Pacific Islander	39
Non-Hispanic White	136
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	73
85 and over	33
Less than 65	28
65 to 74	90

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD From 2013 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, cancer and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	16
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	27
Atrial Fibrillation	11
Dementia	7
Cancer	35

Education & Training

Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD graduated from McGill University Faculty of Medicine in 1997. She completed residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: McGill University Faculty of Medicine (1997)

Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (2000)

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Providence

Swedish Medical Center

Swedish Edmonds Campus

Swedish Issaquah Campus

Swedish Cherry Hill Campus

Swedish First Hill Campus

PacMed Clinics

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna PPO, Humana PPO, CIGNA PPO, Medicare Advantage, HealthSmart, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, United Healthcare Medicaid, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), United Healthcare PPO, Providence, Humana HMO, Kaiser Permanente, Molina Healthcare, Aetna Medicare PPO, Carelon PPO, Premera, Evernorth PPO, Premera HMO, First Choice PPO and Regence BlueShield of Washington PPO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Aetna PPO

Humana PPO

CIGNA PPO

Medicare Advantage

HealthSmart

Medicaid

Humana

Cigna

United Healthcare Medicaid

OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health)

United Healthcare PPO

Providence

Humana HMO

Kaiser Permanente

Molina Healthcare

Aetna Medicare PPO

Carelon PPO

Premera

Evernorth PPO

Premera HMO

First Choice PPO

Regence BlueShield of Washington PPO

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.98 out of 5 stars based on 478 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in SEATTLE, WA.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-01-08

Patient verified via Press Ganey

+I am extremely satisfied with the care/treatment and counsel I receive through PacMed. I trust the doctors and nurses explicitly. My only concern is in the administrative area. I have experienced some disturbing situations such as scheduling of covid screening prior to my open heart surgery and inconsistent availability of INR testing staff. I have no problem with the doctors and nurses. They and their work are fantastic. The organizational system of PacMed could use a comprehensive review and upgrade.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-10-30

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I think Dr. Sharmila is an excellent care provider - she is very much invested in my well-being and listens to my concerns and helps me understand how I'm doing with the treatment plan. Dr. Sharmila is very knowledgeable about Breast cancer treatment and responds to my questions In a respectful manner which Is much appreciated. I realize that she may be late to my appt time, but I know it's because she is providing her patients the same respect she gives me when I'm with her.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-05-31

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr Ahmed is extremely thorough, clear, and kind. She is always up to date on all the latest technology related to cancer detection and shares these resources, their pros and cons, and their availability. She also is very straightforward about where I stand in my journey as a post-cancer patient and goes through the entire history each time. She is a truly top-notch provider.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-03-13

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Dr. Ahmed is my oncologist. From our first meeting I felt completely comfortable with her and her professional skills in treating cancer.I interviewed her with my boyfriend and female friend in the medical field. We all agreed she was a good match and we did not feel the need to look for another specialist. I have appreciate Dr. Ahmed for her bedside manner and care.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-06-12

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr. Sharmila Ahmed is an excellent provider. She is thorough and caring and has an excellent bedside manner. She listens and develops a plan of care with you and follows up on labs and changes in medications. She gives excellent homework on how to better overall health, including various exercises and activities to challenge my brain such as art, music, and cooking

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-03-07

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr. Ahmed is an excellent doctor. She was very informed about my condition and we talked thoroughly about how we will proceed she was very easy to talk to, and she explained everything very well so that I understood She was very patient with me and took her time. I'm glad to have her as my doctor she made me feel very comfortable.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-03-07

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr. Ahmed seems to really listen and take into account all the things you're going through. And she's literally only seeing me for my blood clot mystery. I really have appreciated her attention to detail when I bring up other medical concerns, how they might affect my overall health, and her upbeat personality.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-03-13

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Dr. Ahmed and her team are fabulous. I am 7 years out from my cancer and in remission. However, she continues to see me yearly and is prompt with my follow-up schedule. She always puts me at ease and I always feel safe and secure with her.I use MyChart to ask questions and her team always responds promptly.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-10-09

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I have been very happy with the professionalism of all the doctors and staff I've come in contact with. But especially impressed by the attention and responsiveness to problems that have come up. Follow up calls and messages have been very helpful and shows the interest to my health situation.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-02-14

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I love Dr. Ahmed. I feel like she is one of those rare doctors that really cares and respects patients needs and comfort. She doesn't just treat the disease she make sure my quality of life is what I want it to be which is so important for cancer survivors. I recommend Dr. Ahmed all the time.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Sharmila Ahmed, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$525 Truqap $525
Amgen Inc.	$125 LUMAKRAS $125
Foundation Medicine, Inc.	$118 FOUNDATIONONE LIQUID CDX $118
Myovant Sciences Inc.	$110 ORGOVYX $110
Janssen Products, LP	$100 PROCRIT $100
Other	$68 ZEJULA $34	KRAZATI $21	Gonal-f $13

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$525
Food and Beverage	$366
Education	$155

Biography

Dr. Sharmila Ahmed is a specialist in adult hematology and adult oncology in Seattle, WA and Kirkland, WA. Her average patient rating is 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Ahmed's areas of expertise include the following: idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), leukopenia, and thyroid cancer. Her professional affiliations include Swedish Edmonds Campus, Providence, and PacMed Clinics. She can take HealthSmart, CIGNA Plans, Aetna Medicare, and more. Doctor.com reports that Dr. Ahmed is accepting new patients at her office in Seattle, WA. She attended McGill University Faculty of Medicine for medical school and subsequently trained at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center for residency. She is conversant in Bengali.