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Dr. Shahed Shams, MD

Dr. Shahed Shams, MD

Internal Medicine*

Dr. Shahed Shams, MD is an internist in Springfield, IL. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital and HSHS St. John's Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

2.9 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 2.9 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

2603 S 6th St Springfield, IL 62703
(217) 528-0307

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Shams specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Shams' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shams

2.9
9 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
44%
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4 star
0%
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3 star
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2 star
11%
11%
1 star
44%
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He should not be in practice. Initial visit, medication was prescribed without labs or patient history. The two years of this treatment, labs did not change from year prior to becoming a patient. When pressed with questions, he decided that he would no longer be interested in being my primary care doctor. A letter in the mail, not certified with return receipt as required by law. Now the medication that I currently take, I have had no direction on how to dis continue or renewal until a new primary care is secured. No return calls from him as requested. His billing procedures are terrible as the coding is not correct. Not unhappy that he dropped me, disappointed that he could care less. If you want to just take his word for it, fine, when you question things, he gets all sideways.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Apr 15, 2025
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Good knowledge. Zero people skills.
I left a previous review, but it must've been a bit much as it was removed. It was like visiting a robotic doctor. I could've done an online survey and gotten better results.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
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Dmitri – Oct 12, 2024
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I was very satisfied with my initial visit with Dr. Shams to potentially become my new primary physicians. Dr. Shams listened to all of my issues and prioritized them. He was friendly and attentive. He did take a moment to "warm up" but I much rather have an on the ball doctor than a friend. He was to the point and explained everything I needed clarification on. Highly recommend Dr. Shams!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Oct 26, 2021
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Dr. Shams is very thorough and listens to my concerns. Love having him as my pcp.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Jason – Jun 18, 2021
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I met with Dr. Shams for a wellness visit. He was courteous and thorough. The nursing staff I worked with also did an excellent job; I am satisfied with having him as my new PCP.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
1 other person found this helpful
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May 27, 2021
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The front desk staff are the worst ever. They need better help. The whole office is rude and are friendly at all. The intake help need to go.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 20, 2020
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most apathetic doctor ever.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Springfield, IL – Sep 12, 2017
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Wow! No bedside manner - is not interested in the well being and health of the patient - hard headed and never smiles and is not personable. I would hate to think if I really needed a Doctor I would be in trouble if I had to rely on this man. He has a lot to learn in this country if he expects to be a doctor of medicine. When you tell him whats bothering you he looks at you like you just slapped him and he does not understand and reverts back to his computer the WHOLE time he is w/ you.rude
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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calley in Springfield, IL – Feb 23, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Shahed Shams, MD is an internist in Springfield, IL. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital and HSHS St. John's Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Saint Louis University / Health Sciences Center

    Medical School

  • St Lukes Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2016

  • St Lukes Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2014
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Capitol Healthcare S.C.2603 S 6th St Springfield, IL 62703
1

Practice

Office3132 Old Jacksonville Rd Ste 210 Springfield, IL 62704
2
Memorial Medical Center701 N 1st St Springfield, IL 62781
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital

    200 Stahlhut Dr
    Lincoln, IL 62656

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Springfield Memorial Hospital

    701 N 1st St
    Springfield, IL 62702
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • HSHS St. John's Hospital

    800 E Carpenter St
    Springfield, IL 62702
    Recipient of 2
    hospital 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

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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