Dr. Zaka Ahmed

Resident Physician · Howard University Hospital

Physician Washington, DC

Overview

Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
4 years
since Jul 2022

Experience

Resident PhysicianCurrent
Howard University Hospital
Since Jul 2022 · 4 years · Washington, DC

Education

Punjab Medical College
Bachelor ofMedicine and Bachelor of Surgery Degree (MBBS)

Skills

Medicine Clinical Research Surgery Hospitals Healthcare Management Medical Education Healthcare Public Health Research Internal Medicine Pediatrics Treatment Trauma Surgery Emergency Medicine Patient Safety Healthcare Information Technology Medical Research Acls Orthopedic Epidemiology Family Medicine Clinical Trials Inpatient Infectious Diseases General Surgery Healthcare Consulting Orthopedics Spss

About Howard University Hospital

Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
1000 to 4999
Revenue
$100M to <$1B

Professional Overview

Dr. Zaka Ahmed is a Resident Physician, currently affiliated with Howard University Hospital, based in Washington, DC. As a physician, Dr. Ahmed contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Washington, DC. They have been with Howard University Hospital for 4 years. Dr. Ahmed holds academic credentials, including Bachelor ofMedicine and Bachelor of Surgery Degree (MBBS), from Punjab Medical College. Core competencies include Medicine, Clinical Research, Surgery, Hospitals, Healthcare Management. Howard University Hospital operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 1000 to 4999 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physician professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. Direct outreach to physician specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Washington, DC healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 161,969 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Physician specialty. Zaka Ahmed is one of them.
  • 686 Physicians are based in DC (out of 4,172 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 192 contacts at Howard University Hospital are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Physician compensation in DC: $127,000 – $190,000 (median $150,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Physicians in DC: Sole Proprietor (36), Medstar Georgetown University Hospital (34), Children's National Hospital (17).
  • 0% of Physicians in DC hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 70% of Physicians in DC have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

Recruiting Physician

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Zaka Ahmed located?

Dr. Zaka Ahmed is based in Washington, DC. They are currently affiliated with Howard University Hospital.

What is Dr. Zaka Ahmed's specialty?

Dr. Zaka Ahmed specializes in Physician. Their current role is Resident Physician.

Where does Dr. Zaka Ahmed currently work?

Dr. Zaka Ahmed currently works at Howard University Hospital. They have been there for 4 years.

What is Dr. Zaka Ahmed's educational background?

Dr. Zaka Ahmed attended Punjab Medical College.

How do I contact Dr. Zaka Ahmed for recruiting?

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What is the average salary for a Physician in DC?

Physicians in DC typically earn $127,000 to $190,000 annually, with a median of $150,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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