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Dr. Rizwana Shams, MD

Pediatrics* Age 42
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Dr. Rizwana Shams, MD

Pediatrics* Age 42
Brooklyn, NY
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17 years of experience
Dr. Rizwana Shams, MD is a Pediatrician in Brooklyn, NY.

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Dr. Shams graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine. Dr. Rizwana Shams, MD is a Pediatrician in Brooklyn, NY and has 17 years experience. Dr. Shams currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County. Dr. Shams' office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Shams is board certified in Pediatrics and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Nyc Health Hospitals / Kings County
    451 Clarkson Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11203
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (844) 692-4692
  2. 2 Office
    2701 Sunrise Hwy, Islip Terrace, NY 11752
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Pediatrics
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Education

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  • State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine
    2007
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  • Pediatrics
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Rizwana Shams, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shams' profile.

Dr. Rizwana Shams, MD is affiliated with NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County.

Yes, Dr. Rizwana Shams, MD holds board certification in Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County

    451 Clarkson Ave, Brooklyn, NY