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Dr. Mushtaq Ahmed, MD

Dr. Mushtaq Ahmed, MD

Pulmonary Disease*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Mushtaq Ahmed, MD is a pulmonologist in Lake Isabella, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ahmed has extensive experience in Interstitial Lung Disease, Obstructive Lung Disease, and Sleep Apnea. He graduated from Kakatiya Medical College in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Adventist Health Bakersfield and Kern Valley Healthcare District. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.7 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 2.7 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

6621 Lake Isabella Blvd Lake Isabella, CA 93240
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(661) 327-3747

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Adventist Health Bakersfield Bakersfield, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for pulmonology.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ahmed specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Ahmed's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ahmed

2.7

23 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Stanzi S. – Nov 24, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 23, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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Rusty – Dec 17, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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EVON FULMER – Aug 17, 2021
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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
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Bakersfield, CA – Feb 25, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
5 people found this helpful
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John – Feb 05, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kaisa in Lake Isabella, CA – Jul 24, 2019
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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
10 people found this helpful
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Brenda Tuttle in Wofford Heights, CA – Nov 24, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
14 people found this helpful
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A Daughter – Aug 15, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
24 people found this helpful
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Kerri in Tehachapi, CA – Jun 24, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
24 people found this helpful
Helpful
Bakersfield, CA – Mar 16, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
23 people found this helpful
Helpful
Wronged by this horrible person in Bakersfield ca – Jan 14, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Here at San Joaquin Valley Pulmonary Medical Group, Inc., our mission is to offer the best quality care to those we serve with a commitment to excel-lence in all that we do. Our goal is to offer services that set community standards, exceed patients'...read more

  • Pulmonary Disease

  • Sleep Medicine

  • Family 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.

  • Tulane Hospital Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Va Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Ntr University Of Health Sciences

    Medical School

  • Christ Comm Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1982

  • Kakatiya Medical College

    Medical School, 1980

  • Osmania General Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Office6621 Lake Isabella Blvd Lake Isabella, CA 93240
1

Practice

Vibul Tangpraphaphorn M.D. Inc.109 Adkisson Way Taft, CA 93268
2
Edward L. Nichols MD3801 San Dimas St Bakersfield, CA 93301
3

Practice

San Joaquin Valley Pulmonary Group5801 Truxtun Ave Bakersfield, CA 93309
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Bakersfield Memorial Hospital

    420 34th St
    Bakersfield, CA 93301
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Adventist Health Bakersfield

    2615 Chester Ave
    Bakersfield, CA 93301
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Good Samaritan Hospital

    901 Olive Dr
    Bakersfield, CA 93308

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

    83%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    16% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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