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Dr. Zahir Sarwar is a pediatric radiologist in Jacksonville. He specializes in using imaging techniques to diagnose and treat pediatric conditions.
The Nemours Foundation
Accepting New Patients?
Yes, Dr. Zahir U. Sarwar is accepting new patients at this office.
Phone
Address
807 Childrens Way, Jacksonville, FL 32207-8426
Office Details
Insurance Accepted
- Medicare
Bio
Dr. Zahir Sarwar graduated from Other in 1987.
Dr. Sarwar has one office in Florida where he specializes in Pediatric Radiology, Radiation Oncology and Diagnostic Radiology.
Dr. Sarwar works with sixty doctors including Dr. Kevin Sullivan and Dr. Alicia Della Volpe.
Specialties
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Pediatric Radiology
Pediatric radiologists are trained to use a variety of imaging techniques to diagnose and treat children of all ages, from newborns to teens. Dr.nbsp;Sarwar is trained to work specifically with children, accounting for their unique medical needs such as the fact that kids are sometimes frightened by the use of diagnostic imaging equipment.
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Radiation Oncology
Radiation oncologists are highly specialized physicians who utilize radiation therapy treatments to treat patients suffering from cancer. Dr. Sarwar is trained to identify the type of cancer and create a targeted treatment plan that will increase the patient's chances of overcoming the disease. To treat and manage cancer, radiation therapy targets malignancies, working to prevent cancer cells from continually dividing. As a result, radiation therapy can kill cancer cells and shrink tumors & growths.
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Diagnostic Radiology
Specializing in the field of diagnostic radiology, Dr. Zahir Sarwar evaluates the results of medical images. These may include X-rays like CAT scans or MRIs. Diagnostic radiologists may specialize in evaluating the results of a specific imaging modality, or in the diagnosis of a specific disease, such as cancer. Medical imaging techniques are typically used to diagnose and evaluate conditions like cancer or a broken leg.
Education & Training
Medical School
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Other
MD • 1987
Languages Spoken
- English
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