Dr. Shahid Rafiq, MD
Neurology*
35+ years of experience
Dr. Shahid Rafiq, MD is a neurologist in Frederick, MD and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Rafiq has extensive experience in Headache. He graduated from Rawalpindi Med College University Of Punjab Rawalpindi Pakistan in 1985. He is affiliated with Frederick Health Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
3.3 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (31 reviews)
Practice
196 Thomas Johnson Dr Ste 120 Frederick, MD 21702Telehealth available
Hospital Highlight
Dr. Rafiq is affiliated with Frederick Health Hospital Frederick, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurology.
At a Glance
- Areas of ExpertiseDr. Rafiq specializes in the areas of Neurology, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Sleep Medicine & Vascular Neurology. • See board certifications
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Rafiq's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rafiq
3.3
31 ratings, 14 with a written review
| 5 star | 55% | 55% |
| 4 star | 0% | 0% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 6% | 6% |
| 1 star | 39% | 39% |
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Dr Rafiq is a very knowledgeable man, and I appreciate that he gives students the opportunity to intern.
However, he does not seem to look at the big picture of what is going on with my health. He suggests treatments that are familiar to him but does not seem to have any interest in exploring other options. Frustrating experience.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions
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Mar 11, 2024
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Terrible. God awful.
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
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Jan 27, 2024
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I had my sleep study in October. It is almost Februray and despite reaching out to him and the DMS I've not only not gotten my cpap, but had no input, direction, guidance or support from him or his office. Completely unprofessional and unacceptable.
What went well
- Staff friendliness
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Long wait times
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Jan 19, 2022
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Wonderful, he has neurological services as well and besides being thorough he is pleasant
What went well
- Office environment
- 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 other person found this helpful
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Kim – Apr 03, 2021
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Dr. Rafiq is a great doctor and he always is appreciative and takes his time.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Feb 05, 2021
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Dr. Rafiq was very caring and compassionate, he answered my questions thoroughly and the front office staff were helpful and efficient.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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 other person found this helpful
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Feb 21, 2020
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I am truly blessed to have found Dr. Rafiq and his practice is A+.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Rita Mclister – Feb 14, 2020
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I highly recommend Dr.Rafiq he has been treating my mom for three years now and he is very understanding and very polite.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Feb 13, 2020
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Excellent service.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Feb 13, 2020
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I liked his service and also the staff of CNS
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
No results
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Faraz Ali – Feb 13, 2020
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Dr Rafiq is kind hearted and a helpful doctor with lots of patience.
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
No results
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Feb 05, 2020
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Dr Rafiq is a subpar at best Dr who doesnt care for his patients. I had an appointment today at 130 - at 247 I asked "how much longer" - he comes in the room - sits down and spends no more than 5 minutes with me - he stated that he needs my records from Mayo Clinic and Hopkins in order to verify that what Im telling his is accurate and not "psychological" - no this is not in my head! - I was there for a migraine - not to unearth some random disease! a MIGRAINE! - I was told to come back in a month for meds - uummmm...... so I walked out! I waited for an 1.5 to be seen for 5 minutes to be "dismissed" - this was not worth my time nor my money! - Apparently all along they "forgot" I was in the exam room and had me confused with another patient - READ MY CHART!! - I see now he has bad reviews allll over the internet - should have done my homework beforehand -
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- 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
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L.A. – Aug 29, 2019
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Repeatedly, no one answers the phone. Repeated message scheduling request calls are not returned. Complaint messages left, not acknowledged. Phone voice message system mailboxes continually "full." Primary care provider's office could not get through, either. Seizure diagnosis, medications and restrictions imposed without test results. No follow up after negative tests. Non-informational patient discussions and indifferent/detached attitude.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- 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 others found this helpful
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Germantown, MD – Sep 07, 2018
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Very caring doctor with a lot of knowledge.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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 others found this helpful
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Aug 08, 2017
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About Me
biography
Dr. Shahid Rafiq, MD is a neurologist in Frederick, MD and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Rafiq has extensive experience in Headache. He graduated from Rawalpindi Med College University Of Punjab Rawalpindi Pakistan in...read moreNeurology
Clinical Neurophysiology
Sleep Medicine
Vascular Neurology
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University Of Texas Health Center - Tyler
Fellowship Hospital, 2006Nj Neuroscience Institute Of Seton Hall University At Jfk Medical Center
Residency Hospital, 2005St Francis Medical Center
Residency Hospital, 2002Rawalpindi Med College University Of Punjab Rawalpindi Pakistan
Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology
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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Sleep Medicine
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Vascular Neurology
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Practice
Frederick Health400 W 7th St Frederick, MD 21701
Antietam Neurology Center PA11110 Medical Campus Rd Ste 227 Hagerstown, MD 21742
Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 12
hospital awardsAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in the care and treatment of stroke
View all awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in the care and treatment of stroke
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87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
75%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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