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Shams Zia, MD

Shams Zia, MD

Urology, Hospital Medicine, Nephrology
919-350-1570
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Provider Ratings

5 out of 5 (143 ratings)

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Locations

Urology - North Raleigh

WakeMed North Hospital Physicians Office Pavilion
10010 Falls of Neuse Road, Suite 009
Raleigh , NC 27614

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Monday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Thursday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Friday
8:00am - 12:00pm
Urology - North Raleigh
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Urology - Raleigh Medical Park

WakeMed Raleigh Medical Park
23 Sunnybrook Road, Suite 310
Raleigh , NC 27610

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Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 4:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 4:45pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 12:00pm
Urology - Raleigh Medical Park
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Urology - Garner

WakeMed Garner Healthplex
400 US Highway 70 East, Suite 205
Garner , NC 27529

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Monday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Thursday
8:00am - 4:30pm
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8:00am - 12:00pm
Urology - Garner
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Urology - Cary

210 Ashville Avenue
Suite 330
Cary , NC 27518

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8:00am - 5:00pm
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Urology - Cary
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Urology - Oberlin

505 Oberlin Road
Suite 210
Raleigh , NC 27605

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8:00am - 4:30pm
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Urology - Oberlin
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About Me

Dr. Zia earned her undergraduate degree from St. Joseph’s Government College in Karachi, Pakistan.

She attended medical school at Dow Medical College in Karachi, Pakistan. Her internship was completed at the Aga Khan University Hospital. She went on to complete a three-year residency at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY, where she also served as Chief Resident. She completed a fellowship in the Department of Nephrology at Duke University Medical Center as well as serving as a clinical research fellow in Nephrology and Transplant with the Duke Clinical Research Institute.

In addition to serving as a nephrology consultant for the Kidney Stone Center, Dr. Zia also serves as an adult hospitalist on the WakeMed Raleigh Campus.

Appointments with Dr. Zia are made by referral through WakeMed Physician Practices — Urology.

She sees patients at all five WakeMed Urology locations.

Read Dr. Zia's most recent blog posts here.

Education

Fellowship:
Department of Nephrology at Duke University Medical Center

Undergraduate:
St. Joseph’s Government College in Karachi, Pakistan

Internship:
Aga Khan University Hospital

Medical School:
Dow Medical College, Karachi, Pakistan

Residency:
SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY

Provider Ratings

5 out of 5

(143 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

49 Reviews

01/30/2024

All good!

01/29/2024

The respect, concern and interest for me as person and patient

01/27/2024

The recommendation to take []

01/22/2024

All very good.

11/13/2023

Everything was well organized and well explained, by the staff and by the doctor.

11/08/2023

Dr. Zia is very friendly, caring and listen’s to my concerns. She’s the best.

10/31/2023

I felt at ease after the visit. That everything was going to be okay!

10/30/2023

Dr Zia actually withheld a medication from me because of side effects affecting my other health issues. Glad a doctor doesn't push a med.

10/27/2023

The in take nurse/assistant was really pleasant and I liked her. Dr.Zia is always down to earth and explains things well.

10/26/2023

Dr Zia was out standing. My wife and I liked her very much!

10/23/2023

Professional and friendly.

10/23/2023

Prescription issued resulted in 100% knee pain end

10/23/2023

Everyone was very cordial. I did not have to wait for my appointment. Dr.Zia was very friendly. She was eager to address any questions or concerns that I had. She informed me about a change in my medication dosage. She spent time with me and I did not feel rushed. The dietitian shared information about foods that I should be eating. The nurse was very friendly. It was an overall positive experience. I had a good visit!

10/17/2023

The way everything was presented to me about my medical situation.

10/14/2023

Love Dr Zia She is great!

10/08/2023

I loved Dr. Zia! Our video quality was not great(not sure whose end the problem was on). She was super helpful even though I didn’t have [], we have kept in touch through MyChart, she contacted my primary within 42 hours and is making sure she is doing everything she can for me to receive the best care for me. She did not seem annoyed (even commented on my food question) at my questions and gave me the time I needed to speak with her! Again, could not be more pleased and happy with her.

10/01/2023

Wake Med Urology and Dr Zia especially is professional, caring. personable and helpful. She makes me feel comfortable with her sweet disposition and pleasant manner. She is the best!

09/30/2023

Just the way the office staff and the care of Dr Zia and also the Nutrition Person are very Professional..

09/21/2023

The Doctor really took her time and worked with me to digest all the test results. Her dietitian was also excellent and kind to me

09/20/2023

Dr. Zia provided me with a prescription that had no refills from my primary care doctor. This was not her responsibility but she provided me with a new prescription.

09/18/2023

Wake Med Garner is Amazing

09/13/2023

I like Dr. Zia, she is very friendly and caring. She does not rush you and takes her time. She is informative and helped me out when I didn’t even have a scheduled appointment with her.

09/12/2023

Willingness to listen to my concerns related to my interpretation of the issue for which I was referred

08/30/2023

Dr Sham’s is fantastic! But I had to wait 6 months to get an appointment with her!

08/28/2023

Yes she was very thorough and I did not feel like a number. I felt like a patient and like she cared a lot about me and my new diagnosis.

08/14/2023

Dr. Zia is one in a million. Can't imagine a more competent and caring physician.

08/11/2023

We were able to address concerns immediately. She had reviewed all test results and doctor notes prior to my appt

07/31/2023

Dr. Zia is a good listener, she explains my treatment well, she answers all my questions, she follows up with me to check on my condition.

07/27/2023

Dr Zia is wonderful and I never feel rushed! I’m fortunate to be her patient. The front desk person was a different face and very nice!

07/27/2023

Everyone was great! The nutritionist/dietician and the doctor were wonderful. I didn’t fell rushed and they answered all my questions.

07/27/2023

Attention to detail and my feelings. Dr. Zia and Dr. [], as well as the nutritionist and Dr. [],s nurse are incredible.

07/24/2023

Dr Zia's treatment is always outstanding.

07/20/2023

Full explanations

06/19/2023

They didn't have my correct information and I was not seen for my urologist appointment. I am still waiting for them to reschedule my appointment.

06/13/2023

Shams Zia is the most amazing doctor. She is totally involved in my care and very easy to reach. She communicates with me through my chart frequently. She really makes me feel special. She is concerned with my total care.

06/03/2023

Dr. Zia is outstanding. She is clearly a foremost expert in her specialty, but is also a wonderful communicator with a caring manner. She always takes the time to explain things in an understandable way. We are lucky to have her at WakeMed.

06/03/2023

Everything. I have seem many drs for my condition for over twenty years and she is the first to give me relief and hope

05/31/2023

Dr Zia is intelligent, knowledgeable, friendly, caring and has a wonderful personality!

05/31/2023

I did not choose excellent because it was the first option. I chose it because that’s how my visit went. Amazing staff and ‘RN’s.

05/30/2023

The gentleman who checked me in was efficient and courteous.

05/30/2023

Everyone was respectful and professional and gave me a lot to think about and work on.

04/21/2023

My first experience with dr Zia was great. She was very friendly and clear in explaining everything. I would highly recommend her.

04/20/2023

Everything about the visit was outstanding.

04/17/2023

Front desk staff, nurses, dietician, and De, Zia were all professional, efficient, and helpful. -:) dd [DATE]

04/04/2023

Everything

03/12/2023

Dr Zia is a compassionate, relatable doctor. I feel cared for and more knowledgeable about my kidney issues after visits with her. I would highly recommend her as a doctor and a kind human.

03/05/2023

The friendliness of the staff was excellent. My visit with Dr. Zia was very informative. She explained everything thoroughly. She called me later that evening to discuss results of lab work that I had done. I felt very cared for.

02/20/2023

Dr. ZIA is amazing every time I see her. She explains things very well to me and her nurse and nutritionist are both amazing as well.

02/11/2023

Dr. Zia is a wonderful physician. I'm lucky to have her.
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