Azim Shekarchi, MD

Azim G. Shekarchi, MD Pronunciation Guide

Internal Medicine
4.9of 5 | (1221) | View Reviews
About our provider ratings

ARC South 1st Ages seen: 0 - 99 Languages: Farsi Joined ARC: 1999

About Azim G. Shekarchi, MD

  • Dr. Shekarchi currently has long wait times for new patients. 

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    Dr. Shekarchi is married with one child. He enjoys long-distance running, tennis, literature, and the cinema.

I always treat my patients the way that I would want my own family members to be treated: with respect, care, and dignity.

Services

Annual Physical Exam

Annual Physical Exam

An annual wellness exam helps you touch base with your ARC physician or advanced practice clinician (APC), address health issues, and talk about preventative measures for you.

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Chronic Care Management

Chronic Care Management

Chronic healthcare management includes care for patients with high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, and other chronic health conditions.

Diabetic Retinopathy Screenings

Diabetic Retinopathy Screenings

Austin Regional Clinic offers annual diabetic retinopathy screenings to our patients with diabetes. Screening is easy, takes less than five minutes to complete, and does not require any pupil dilatation or eye protection.

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Flu Shots

Flu Shots

A flu vaccine can help prevent flu-related visits each year. CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older get vaccinated every flu season.

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Immunizations

Immunizations

Immunizations help provide immunity to children and adults before they are exposed to potentially harmful diseases like hepatitis B, measles, mumps, polio, and more.

Medicare Wellness

Medicare Wellness

Medicare Wellness visits are an annual benefit provided to patients with a Medicare, Medicare Advantage, or Medicare Supplement insurance plan. These visits include a review of your health, medications, health history, and more. 

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Preventive Health Care

Preventive Health Care

Preventive health care services focus on preventing diseases and conditions caused by environmental factors, genetic predisposition, disease agents, and lifestyle choices.

Telemedicine Visits

Telemedicine Visits

ARC offers telemedicine visits for primary and specialty care. ARC doctors and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) can quickly evaluate you for a new health issue or follow up with you via a phone call or video visit from the comfort of your home.

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Locations & Hours

Credentials

  • Board Certifications
    Board Certified in Internal Medicine
  • Residency
    University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, Galveston, TX, 1999
  • Medical School
    University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, Galveston, TX, 1996
  • Education
    B.S. in Pharmacy, Magna Cum Laude, University of Houston, Houston, TX, 1992
  • Professional Positions
    • Member, Rho Chi National Honor Society
    • Served as a member of the ARC Executive Board of Directors for the past 10 years
    • Serves on the faculty of the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)
  • Awards & Honors
    • Austin’s Top Doctors, Austin Monthly, 20212022
    • Best Doctor for Seniors, agilon health, 2021
    • Compassionate Doctor Award, Vitals.com, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018
    • On-Time Doctor Award, Vitals.com, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018
    • Patient’s Choice Award, Vitals.com, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
    • Top Docs Award, UTMB, 2008

Patient Reviews

OVERALL PROVIDER RATING

Rating based on "Did the healthcare provider or doctor provide the care you expected?"

4.9out of 5
  • August 28, 2025

    I had a concerning medical issue and Dr. Shekarchi stayed late to squeeze me in at the end of the day. Great service for our community!!

  • August 28, 2025

    Dr Shekarchi and his nurse are always friendly and helpful. Both always listen and address the issues that brought me into the office.

  • August 27, 2025

    The whole experience went about as well as could be expected.

  • August 27, 2025

    Best doctor and nurse ever!

  • August 27, 2025

    The attention I was given at my office Visit and the change in my medication and advice Doctor gave me . Dr. Shekarchi is a wonderful and Caring Person. Thank Doctor Shekarchi

  • August 27, 2025

    Shekarchi and his staff were terrific,