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Dr. Shoaib Alam graduated from Other in 1995.
Dr. Alam has four offices in Arkansas, Nebraska and Virginia where he specializes in Internal Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine. Learn more.
Dr. Alam works with four hundred and ninety-three doctors including Dr. Lindsey Sward and Dr. Lillian West.
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Specialties
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Internal Medicine
As an internist, Dr. Shoaib Alam specializes in the primary care of adults through diagnosis and treatment of a range of conditions affecting many organ systems. Dr. Alam also can refer patients to specialists when medically needed. For example, patients having serious breathing problems may be referred to a pulmonologist for additional medical tests or therapies.
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Critical Care Medicine
Critical care specialists like Dr. Alam provide life-saving care for patients in critical condition. Patients are usually cared for in within intensive care units (ICUs), and may receive life and organ support. Dr. Alam may also work to stabilize patients and perform time-sensitive, potentially life-saving procedures.
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Pulmonology
Pulmonologists are specialized physicians who diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the respiratory tract. As a respiratory specialist, Dr. Alam may diagnose and treat pulmonary disorders such as asthma, pulmonary fibrosis, lung cancer, lung disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema and bronchitis, among a host of others.
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Sleep Medicine
Sleep medicine specialists diagnose and treat various disorders and diseases relating to sleep. This can include a range of conditions including insomnia, sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, narcolepsy, nightmares and others. Dr. Alam utilizes a variety of diagnostic tools including screening devices, overnight sleep studies or oximeters, among many others. Treatments can include CPAP therapy, implantation of sleep devices, counseling, lifestyle modifications, and others aimed at eliminating or alleviating the symptoms of sleep conditions.
Education & Training
Medical School
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Other
MD • 1995
Hospital Affiliations
- North Platte Nebraska Hospital Corporation
- UAMS Medical Center
- Nebraska Medical Center
- Faith Regional Health Services
Languages Spoken
- English