Dr. Osama Ahmed, MD
Neurosurgery•Male•Age 39
Accepting new patients
Brain and Spine Institute of San Antonio
3202 Avenue G Hondo, TX 78861Dr. Osama Ahmed, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Hondo, TX and has over 13 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Texas Tech University medical school in 2008. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Legent Orthopedic + Spine Hospital and Methodist Heart Hospital. He is accepting new patients and has indicated that he accepts telehealth appointments. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Ahmed to book an appointment.
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My husband fell and damaged several vertebrae in his back one year ago this month. We went to Dr. Osama Ahmed. He was such a warm and friendly doctor. We were immediately at ease. He operated on my husband in January, 2020. My husband is now walking without a walker or any assistance. We feel Dr. Ahmed is a miracle worker!
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- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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A. L. Hickok – Aug 09, 2020
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I recently had Dr Ahmed do surgery on my spine. Before the surgery, I had pain for over a year. After the surgery, I had almost no pain after just a few weeks. His staff is wonderful. I would recommend Dr. Ahmed to anyone needing surgery on their back. He is an absolutely amazing Dr. All my pain is nearly gone now after a month of recovery. I am able to walk and do exercises. I was not able to do any of those things for over a year. Thank you so very much for your help.
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- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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Jeffrey Lakin – Jul 17, 2020
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Dr. Ahmed has been amazing from the beginning. I had a lumbar laminectomy and fusion of L4 through S1 with Dr. Ahmed. This surgery was done at the Northeast Methodist hospital in Live Oak, Texas. His staff in his clinic as well as the staff at the hospital were and are amazing! Recovery after surgery was tough, as expected and explained by Dr. Ahmed, in the beginning, but I am three weeks out and I am getting better every day! I highly recommend Dr. Ahmed if you are looking for a neurosurgeon.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Jordan Guerrero – Jun 29, 2020
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Dr. Ahmed diagnosed my severe facial pain as trigeminal neuralgia. He took the time to listen to me and answer all my questions. I have been pain free since he performed the surgery. He and his staff are great.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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No results
Feb 13, 2020
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I herniated my L5 S1 and it was pushing on my spinal cord and nerves. Dr Ahmed was extremely helpful and accommodating. I was in extreme pain! He was able to come up with a minimally invasive plan. After my surgery I woke up almost zero pain and a tiny scar! Would recommend him and his super helpful staff any day!
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Kayla – Nov 25, 2019
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Took his time. Explaining what to expect. making sure all my questions were answered.
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Sylvia – Nov 22, 2019
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Went to visit him for facial pain send me out for test found arteries in my brain and head putting pressure on nerves so did surgery real professional doctor and staff did good job would recommend highly to anyone
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Art Guerra – Nov 09, 2019
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My elderly dad underwent a lumbar laminectomy and fusion with no complications and outstanding results. Dr. Ahmed is as good in the clinic as he obviously is in the OR. Leaves you feeling completely confident and thoroughly managed. Every issue was discussed and all answers well understood. Would strongly recommend Dr. Ahmed to anyone. He's one of the best surgeons we've ever met.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Nov 06, 2019
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Excellent care and bedside manner. Answered all my post surgery questions and seems really concerned. Staff was friendly and helpful.
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- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
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- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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No results
Kayla Mann – Oct 22, 2019
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Dr. Ahmed is measured, personable, and open to discussing what is best for you. His staff is also kind and helpful.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Oct 14, 2019
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Dr. Ahmed operated on my neck he fused C3 - C6, he explained everything in detail of what he was going to do while performing the surgery. He gave instructions of what I should and shouldn't do after the surgery. I had very little pain after the surgery and feel I am healing very quick. Dr. Ahmed is a skilled Neurosurgeon with a great bed side manner.
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- Appointment scheduling
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- Staff friendliness
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- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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Lucia P Abbott – Oct 09, 2019
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Wonderful bedside manner. extremely knowledgeable. Was very good at explaining what was going on or to be going on. Absolutely saved my life from the debilitating pain I was in.
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- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
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No results
Sep 05, 2019
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Warning: this will be a long post.
Had initial surgery overseas, moved to Texas and felt like I would never be myself again, 8 months later we met Dr. Ahmed. He was honest and explained that we weren’t sure of what would be once we had the surgery. We weren’t sure if we would be able to fix me. Surgery date came. Woke up in recovery and instantly felt like myself before the surgery. We prayed for a miracle, Dr Ahmed is our miracle. To say he’s the best is an understatement. I am forever grateful to him and the entire staff that we’ve come across. Thank you for everything that you do!
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Catherine baldorado – Aug 21, 2019
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Dr Ahmed repaired a herniated disc in my back in early July. The surgery was a great success and his attention to my recovery and after care is impressive. I did a lot of research before interviewing neurosurgeons. I narrowed it down to two, and ultimately chose Dr Ahmed. Had I not taken my health care decisions into my own hands, I would still be sitting in a chair waiting for my next pain management appointment and my next steroid injection. Surgery may not be right for everyone, but you owe it to yourself to meet with this doctor and discuss your options. His staff is equally wonderful.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Appointment was rushed
Mary G Pritchard – Jul 26, 2019
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Dr. Ahmed is awesome! I can't really say too much more than what has already been said on this site, but I will say this: I normally am very cautious around doctors because I know that there is so much upheaval and craziness in the medical profession due to a whole swath of underlying circumstances. They wanna operate when they don't have to, give you medicine you don't need, etc. However, I never once suspected that Dr. Ahmed had anything other than my best interests at heart while under his care, and that says a lot about his character and commitment. You can find a lot of doctors out there that can do the procedure he did, but it's much more rare to find one that you feel did it because that's what not only he felt was best for ya, but actually was the best thing for ya. He's straight to the point, and darn good at what he does.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
John D. – Jul 13, 2019
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Excellent time management. Dr. Ahmed is a pleasure to work with. He is not only a top notch Neurosurgeon, but he has patient-care technique of a family physician. The staff are very professional and polite. I would recommend Dr. Ahmed's practice to all my local friends.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
John O'Connor – Jul 12, 2019
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Excellent result. All pain eliminated and excellent service!
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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No results
Jun 29, 2019
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Dr. Ahmed took excellent care of my mother! He's a very gracious man who genuinely cares about his patients, as well as their families. He was very thorough in explaining the procedure he performed, and the procedure was a complete success. We are grateful.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Steve – Jun 21, 2019
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My father had spine surgery with Dr Ahmed. He is an amazing doctor, and you can tell you genuinely cares about his patients and their well being. He checked on him throughout his recovery and made sure my dad's nurses were taking good care of them. Dr. Ahmed is an amazing doctor (and person, for that matter) and I would definitely recommend him with zero hesitation.
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gdamon210 – Jun 06, 2019
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I have been looking for a neurosurgeon that would take the time and truly listen to my complex problems with both my back and lower extremities. After reviewing the "reviews" on-line, I still entered his office with caution. However, from the first minute I walked up to the front counter to check-in, the reception I received was very professional and extremely kind. They seem to actually care that I was there. Both my wife and I was escorted into Dr. Ahmed's office where he received us. I was totally blown away at the reception he also gave. I never felt hurried and he totally listened to me as I provided an oral history of my problems. This was after he had already reviewed what radiology reports and previous doctor reports I had given the front desk. This doctor seems to be brilliant. Could I have found the right doctor to determine my problems and fix them after so many, many years of agony and pain. I think so.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
David in Schertz, TX – Jun 04, 2019