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Dr. Yasir Ahmad, MD

Dr. Yasir Ahmad, MD

Psychiatry*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Yasir Ahmad, MD is a psychiatrist in Paramus, NJ and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Spartan Health Sciences University in 1998. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Hackensack University Medical Center and Morton Plant Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Practice

300 Forest Ave Paramus, NJ 07652
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ahmad specializes in the area of Psychiatry. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Ahmad's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ahmad

3.6

25 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
56%
56%
4 Star
8%
8%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
8%
8%
1 Star
28%
28%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
Telehealth
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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Tabitha H. – Feb 28, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Anonymous – Jun 18, 2023
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Beate Buchmann – Sep 17, 2022
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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
Feb 12, 2022
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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
Helpful
Jun 19, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Michele – Feb 02, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Anxiety and depression patient in Maywood, NJ – Apr 30, 2019
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What went well
No results
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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
BT – Sep 01, 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 02, 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
  • Long wait times
16 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sabina S in Parsippany, NJ – Dec 22, 2015
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About Me

care philosophy

``We are committed to delivering the best care and an exceptional patient experience. We are devoted to providing services that are patient-centered and compassionate, and care for you as a person.``
  • Psychiatry

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

  • Spartan Health Sciences University

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Psychiatry
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Locations

Practice

Office300 Forest Ave Paramus, NJ 07652
1
Hackensack Meridian Health Hackensack University Medical Center30 Prospect Ave Hackensack, NJ 07601
2
Office87 State Rt 17 N Ste 118 Maywood, NJ 07607
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Office87 State Rt 17 N Ste 1-118 Maywood, NJ 07607
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Morton Plant Hospital

    300 Pinellas St
    Clearwater, FL 33756
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

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

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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    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.

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

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    16% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Holy Name Medical Center

    718 Teaneck Rd
    Teaneck, NJ 07666

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Hackensack University Medical Center

    30 Prospect Ave
    Hackensack, NJ 07601
    Recipient of 29
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 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.

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

    1% lower 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
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