Dr. Umar Saeed, MD
Family Medicine & Urgent Care Medicine Specialist
Biography:
Dr. Umar Saeed has dedicated 17 years to the field of Family Medicine, practicing across Texas and Oklahoma. Recognized as one of the top three family medicine physicians in Arlington for several years, Dr. Saeed’s career began with his training at Memorial Hermann Southwest in Houston. He then joined Central Oklahoma Family Medical Center in Konawa, OK, where he served as the medical director, overseeing both urban and rural clinic settings as well as hospital operations. His leadership extended to serving veterans and rural communities.
Transitioning to Emergency Room settings in Texas, Dr. Saeed observed the inefficiencies and resource wastage associated with patients seeking emergency care for non-emergent conditions. This experience inspired him to innovate the urgent care model, focusing on providing timely, cost-effective care that optimizes resources and patient outcomes.
In a short time, Dr. Saeed has transformed the urgent care landscape in North Texas. His approach emphasizes treating patients like family, addressing not just immediate concerns but also providing comprehensive health education. By minimizing unnecessary tests and wait times, he enhances the overall patient experience. Dr. Saeed is now establishing a new urgent care facility in Arlington, TX, named Dr Umar Saeed MD, to further his mission of accessible, patient-centered care.
About Me:
Dr Umar Saeed graduated from Allama Iqbal Medical College, University of Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan in 2000. With over 15 years of experience in Family Medicine and Urgent Care Medicine, he is currently based in Arlington, TX. Fluent in English, Spanish, Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi, Dr. Saeed effectively communicates with a diverse patient base.
His new venture, Umar Saeed MD, reflects his commitment to revolutionizing healthcare delivery by combining urgent care and primary care services. Having successfully pioneered Urgent Care of Texas, Dr. Saeed aims to extend his innovative approach to new communities, enhancing healthcare access and quality.
Specialties:
- Family Medicine
- Urgent Care Medicine
Education:
- Memorial Hermann Southwest, Houston, TX
Residency Hospital, 2006 - Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital, Houston, TX
Internship Hospital, 2004 - Allama Iqbal Medical College, University of Health Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan
Medical School, 2000 - Government College, Lahore, Pakistan
Undergraduate School, 1995
Board Certification:
- American Board of Medical Specialties® – Family Practice