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Dr. Erum Shahab, MD

Dr. Erum Shahab, MD

Psychiatry*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Erum Shahab, MD is a psychiatrist in Ellington, CT and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from EAST TEXAS BAPTIST UNIVERSITY / SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1996. She is affiliated with medical facilities Johnson Memorial Hospital and Manchester Memorial Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.9 Star Rating
Based on 61 reviews 2.9 Star Rating (61 reviews)

Practice

16 Main St Ellington, CT 06029
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(860) 871-5402

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Shahab specializes in the areas of Addiction Medicine & Psychiatry. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Shahab's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shahab

2.9

61 ratings, 22 with a written review
5 Star
41%
41%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
5%
5%
1 Star
48%
48%

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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Anon – Apr 15, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Mar 08, 2025
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Katherin Vjesto – Nov 26, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Jennifer Vallez – May 23, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Shhh – Dec 23, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
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R. Sev in Stuart, FL – Jul 15, 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
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
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?? – Jun 08, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
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Paul – May 31, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
JJ – Jan 26, 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
  • Long wait times
10 people found this helpful
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Disgusted in CT – Jan 09, 2018
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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
No results
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Emmie in Tolland, CT – Dec 19, 2017
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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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tolland, CT – Nov 27, 2017
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Enfield, CT – Nov 19, 2017
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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
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
MV in Ct – Nov 09, 2017
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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
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
JCW in Vernon Rockville, CT – Sep 23, 2016
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
William in Wallingford, CT – May 10, 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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
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Sharon in Vernon – Mar 05, 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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 20, 2016
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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
Helpful
Tina in Vernon, CT – Feb 13, 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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mark in Manchester, CT – Feb 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Erum Shahab, MD is a psychiatrist in Ellington, CT and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from EAST TEXAS BAPTIST UNIVERSITY / SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1996. She is affiliated with medical facilities Johnson Memorial...read more

  • Psychiatry

  • Addiction 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.

  • East Texas Baptist University / School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Preventive Medicine®
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Addiction Medicine
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Psychiatry
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Locations

Practice

My Story Counseling LLC16 Main St Ellington, CT 06029
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Johnson Memorial Hospital

    201 Chestnut Hill Rd
    Stafford Springs, CT 06076
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    92%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    8% 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

  • Manchester Memorial Hospital

    71 Haynes St
    Manchester, CT 06040
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    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

    75%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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