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Dr. Wasim Ahmar, MD

Dr. Wasim Ahmar, MD

Cardiology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Wasim Ahmar, MD is a cardiologist in Longwood, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ahmar has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions and Interventional Cardiac Procedures. He graduated from King Edward Medical College in 1992. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 85 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (85 reviews)

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ahmar is affiliated with HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital Sanford, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Ahmar is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Ahmar specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Interventional Cardiology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Ahmar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ahmar

4.6

85 ratings, 50 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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Sonny Shaikh – Nov 02, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Carmen dones – Nov 02, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Donald sinott – Oct 05, 2021
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M Hassan – Sep 23, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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James Spradling – Sep 08, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 18, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Raymond D Natal – May 12, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Michael Labree – Apr 14, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 06, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 31, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Agnes – Mar 02, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mario Martinez – Feb 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Magaly Justiniano – Feb 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Feb 12, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Mian Aftab – Dec 09, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 25, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 24, 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
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Nov 18, 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
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Nov 17, 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
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Nov 10, 2020
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  • Cardiology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Hahnemann University Hospital - Philadelphia Pa

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Medical College Of Ohio - Toledo Oh

    Residency Hospital
  • Saint Mary's Hospital - Rochester Ny

    Internship Hospital
  • King Edward Medical College

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Interventional Cardiology
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Dr. Ahmar is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital

      1401 W Seminole Blvd
      Sanford, FL 32771
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

      View all awards

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

      80%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% 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
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality