Shahla Walizada, DO

Shahla Walizada, DO

Family Medicine

Speaks

Languages

English

Provider Groups

  • Saint Alphonsus Medical Group

Primary Contact

(208) 302-5000
Appointments (New Patients Welcome)
Provider Groups
  • Saint Alphonsus Medical Group

Primary Contact
(208) 302-5000

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Family Medicine

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Saint Alphonsus Family Medicine BHP

2141 E ParkCenter Blvd
Boise , ID 83706

View hours
Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Saint Alphonsus Family Medicine BHP

About

As a board certified family physician, Dr. Walizada believes in providing a physician-patient relationship that fosters trust and open communication. She takes the time to get to know each patient, understanding their wellness goals and helping them improve their health in ways that fit their lifestyle and background. She's an avid volunteer and stays highly involved in the community she proudly serves.

Philosophy of Care

Treating the patient as a whole, respecting the body's self-healing ability, and understanding the patient's physical, social, and psychological aspects of life are important to me. Listening to my patients' concerns and encouraging them to actively participate in their care are essential to my practice. As a primary care physician it is important that my relationship with my patients is based on mutual respect, open communication, education, and shared decision-making.

In the Media

Exercising at home doesn't have to take up a lot of time or be difficult. There are many options you can choose to make a commitment to your good health and well-being. Dr. Walizada writes about the importance of daily exercise and how you can do something good for yourself each day.

Conditions Treated

  • Acute & chronic condition care
  • Colds & flu
  • Immunizations
  • Lab services & X-ray
  • Medication prescription
  • Nutrition
  • Physicals
  • Specialist referral
  • Wellness screenings & prevention

Education & Certifications

Education

Residency:
Trios Health

Medical School:
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Med

Board Certifications

Family Medicine, Family Medicine

Provider Groups

Saint Alphonsus Medical Group

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.7 out of 5

(116 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.

142 Reviews

10/31/2024

Survey too long

10/22/2024

She listens & answers with suggestions & a path.

10/11/2024

Great

10/09/2024

The only complaint is the wait time. The last two times it was an hour each before seeing the doctor.

10/08/2024

Altogether, a positive experience.

10/01/2024

Had to wait about 45 minutes after the appointment time.

09/30/2024

Refer to previous "fill in the blank"

08/19/2024

I don’t wish to participate in any surveys in the future.

07/24/2024

The appointment felt rushed and we didn’t even have time to address the main point I wanted to address

07/22/2024

answered my questions

06/26/2024

We love all of the caregivers who work with Dr Walizada - they are efficient, funny, kind, and really listen to what we have to say. I love that I found her!

06/17/2024

Pleasant Experience!!

05/16/2024

Dr. Walizada is a wonderful provider she always looks after me and males me always feel comfortable so glad I found herr

04/01/2024

Excellent!

03/29/2024

Dr. Walizada is a great doctor, she listens carefully and explains things in an easy to understand manner.

03/14/2024

I am very satisfied with my choice of Dr. Walizada as my PCP.

03/07/2024

I also had choices in treatment & she explained each one.

03/05/2024

Very good experience- appreciated the time and attention to detail

02/20/2024

Dr. Walizadas really listens..

02/13/2024

She acknowledge of concerns in other areas we didn't expect.

01/25/2024

Dr Walizada is very knowledgeable and also approachable. She does a good job having a conversation about healthcare instead of her "telling" what to do

01/25/2024

I think as a new patient it would of been nice to discuss when the result of the X-ray would be giving to me. And it would of been more comforting to talk about my sleeping aid.

01/18/2024

I have recommended Dr. Walizada to many other people

01/09/2024

Bad

01/05/2024

This is the first time I have had this happen with this provider, but because of it I was unable to get my questions answered and she prescribed a new medication with no explained about it to me because I couldn’t stay late.

01/05/2024

I am very happy with the team at this clinic. They are my go-to for all of my health care.

12/21/2023

Comfortable and easy to talk to

11/12/2023

Curtious, and informative. Knowledge about my issue

11/08/2023

She is such a good listener and comes up with solutions that I can work with

11/03/2023

Very grateful for her care.

10/21/2023

I am looking forward to my next visit with Dr Walizada.

10/18/2023

I liked her as a person

10/13/2023

I am hard of hearing so sometimes doctor spoke too low. Doctor very good at taking care of my needs.

09/23/2023

Very competent. Good listener

09/22/2023

I think Dr Walizada is a very competent, empathic doctor

09/06/2023

Very attentive to patients and nice to follow up with details of prescription complexities, which gives me confidence in my doctor

09/01/2023

A good communication

08/31/2023

Excellent care over the last year and longer!

08/31/2023

I can’t understand what she is saying at times

08/25/2023

Not terribly happy with the follow up communication. Whether it’s through my chart or phone call or other doctors office is calling to get a referral signed by Dr. Walizada so that I can do what I need to do just doesn’t seem to take place for weeks at a time. I’m actually extremely frustrated with all of it.

08/24/2023

I have always discussed my issues before and never been charged for an office visit. I’ve had thyroid and medication issues, neither of these were discussed.

07/25/2023

Vey patient and listened to my concerns.

07/20/2023

I needed a referral and she was able to do that for me

07/19/2023

After a horrific experience with a previous provider at another clinicI feel my anxiety had calmed down and we are in good hands finally.

07/16/2023

I am very happy with my doctor. She listens to my concerns and is very knowledgeable on any concerns I have.

07/14/2023

I am very happy to have such great health care with this provider.

06/30/2023

I did not feel rushed or discouraged from asking questions

06/22/2023

Carol, Dr Walizada's assistant was very thorough and caring, thoughtful. Appreciated her honesty.

06/20/2023

Over time I will have a more informed opinion.

06/06/2023

Even in a telehealth session she makes great connection and empathy

06/02/2023

All of the staff was attentive and timely as well as professionally and friendly.

06/01/2023

Very pleasant and effective.

05/18/2023

She was very helpful and friendly

05/12/2023

Dr. Walizada is great!

05/10/2023

I like her humility she doesn’t act like she has all the answers but readily will direct me to someone who can aid me.

05/06/2023

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05/05/2023

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05/01/2023

Personable and knowledgeable

04/29/2023

They make me comfortable!

04/20/2023

I saw her on [dates]. Both times she was late and on [date], I had a pap smear. She rushed out of the room when she was done. It didn’t give me a chance to ask questions

04/18/2023

I had some confusion with the pharmacy and although it was a little awkward for me, the situation was resolved in a satisfactory amount of time

04/08/2023

Very pleasant and skilled

03/29/2023

Love mychart

03/27/2023

I thought DR. Walizada explained things very well so I could see what she wants to accomlish with me.

03/26/2023

N/A

03/13/2023

Dr.Wallizada is an attentive and caring provider.

03/04/2023

Dr Walizada knew exactly how to treat my injury and give me the information I needed to continue healing at home.

02/21/2023

I'm very happy with the provider

02/15/2023

Thankful

02/10/2023

She is very caring.

02/06/2023

I want you to look at the patient's chart before the consultation..

02/05/2023

Like her demeanor.

01/28/2023

I like her. She is kind.

01/27/2023

They contacted me about my blood work & let me know they didn’t need to adjust my medication. That was good of them to do.

01/22/2023

Dr Walizada and her staff have been very good to/for me for a few years now.

01/19/2023

Looking forward to continued care

01/17/2023

Its very good doctor she has given good information about health and how to take care of healthare

01/12/2023

Thank you

01/04/2023

Satisfied with care

01/04/2023

Very comfortable with Dr.

12/30/2022

Dr. Walizada is always thorough, professional, and explains things well.

12/26/2022

Great Doctor

12/20/2022

I am pleased with the quality of care that I am receiving.

11/30/2022

The neurologist referred to has never called me back. I still have no appointment scheduled.

11/28/2022

Dr. Walizada is very pleasant.

11/21/2022

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11/04/2022

I felt safe and well-cared for there.

10/18/2022

Great experience

10/10/2022

This provider and her nurse were wonderful and caring. Front Desk staff member not at all.

09/30/2022

Lacks attention to detail!!! Totally dropped the ball on my care.

09/17/2022

No problems. A routine check-up went well.

09/16/2022

This provider writes prescriptions. She does/will not provide anything more.

09/10/2022

Dr Walizada is very professional yet courteous and kind

08/09/2022

She was nice

08/06/2022

It was a waste of time and money

07/10/2022

The physician was very nice and seemed knowledgeable. After realizing she had been given medical history on a completely different person she worked to gather my correct information.

07/05/2022

I realize that I was coming in with COVID like symptoms and needed to wait out in my car. This was no problem, but after 20 minutes I needed to call the receptionist to see what the wait was. I was then given poor directions on where I should pull my car around to a COVID entrance, leading to another 10 minute wait.

07/05/2022

*Dr. Walizada is excellent.

06/17/2022

*Dr. Walizada is knowledgeable and skilled. She listens and asks questions to ____ understanding. She explains things well and clearly.

06/17/2022

Pleasant & helpful.

06/16/2022

A good experience.

06/11/2022

The provider was not really interested in what I was there for. In fact she told Me Too! Just calm down that she couldn't address all of my concerns in one visit, which iPhone which I fully understand. However, She really didn't give me give me a good sense of security of security concerning why I was there.. It could be a case of crashing of clashing of different personalities. I just didn't feel good about the whole interaction.. I will not be going back to see this provider.. I just didn't feel good about the whole interaction.. I will not be going back to see this provider..

06/04/2022

She is attentive, kind, and reasonable.

05/31/2022

*Dr. Walizada has always been attentive and concerned with my health care.

05/25/2022

Very good.

05/15/2022

Very good experience.

05/11/2022

She puts the stethoscope in her ears backwards. It drives me crazy.

05/10/2022

It was as quick and efficient as it needed to be. I was in and out within an hour.

05/07/2022

I appreciate that the doctor is providing training for new residents

04/29/2022

Provider didn't seem to take the time to read up on my medical history before meeting me. Instead she asked me to tell her. I haven't had this experience with a provider before

04/21/2022

She prescribed a medication but did not tell me anything about it, like that you cannot drink on it. And when I called the office to clarify that after reading it on the bottle, in a time sensitive matter, I did not hear back for 4 days.

04/18/2022

Very happy with our provider.

04/18/2022

*Dr. Walizada is excellent. She is knowledgeable & friendly.

04/18/2022

Doctor's don't seem to have enough time.When I asked questions in the end Doctor seemed annoyed by me asking questions. I felt bad for asking questions because she just went up and left (because we were about finished) however I wasn't prepared for this, there were no closing words, wrapping it up and saying goodbye, I was confused, so I merely asked if I'll get referrals because in the past she said I would get referred (i.e. Rheumatologist) that never happen,so naturally I'm concerned this may happen again. I personally do not see doctors unless I have a condition that doesn't go away naturally. Also when I email with questions,via patient portal my message gets ignored. What's the point of having a patient portal when no one answers? It says to give it 2 days for an answer, however it takes over a week to get answers. I can't make an appointment everytime just because I have a question. Also before I had my blood drawn, I told the doctor and nurse many times that I'm fasting (16:8),I eat a healthy diet, yet the doctor said I need to eat healthy and work out (I'm already living a healthy lifestyle). It's frustrating that no one listens, or words get twisted in the report. Treatment like this makes me as the patient/client feel very uncomfortable and I no longer feel my needs are being met at your business. Your business is supposed to be Christian,yet I do not see a Christ like behavior in your establishment.

04/18/2022

I thought the visiting med student was more empathetic & attentive than my provider. My provider did not show concern for my issue; ordered labs, but did not explain what is being tested for & what next steps would be.

04/13/2022

We really like Dr Walizada she's very nice. But getting followup ?s answered or our prescriptions called in correctly or when we desperately need provider followup to get rxs issued In a timely manner is horrendous.

04/10/2022

I'm sorry epic let me schedule wrong apt type, but it doesn't mean that I didn't need care and was more than willing change apt type. I was so disappointed and still have no results and can't get to MyChart. I won't be back sorry

04/05/2022

She was very behind after the system change & spent very little time, rushed me through, & then test were never ordered.

04/01/2022

Great confidence in the provider, *Dr. Walizada.

03/24/2022

OK.

03/21/2022

Doctor asked me my blood sugar levels first thing but I don't have diabetes. I had to correct the doctor. Doctor asked if she had explained the side effects of taking a particular medication she had prescribed over a year ago. The answer was no she had not. She left the room saying she was getting her assistant to recheck my blood pressure. Never said goodbye or that she would not be returning.

03/21/2022

Just what I would expect and want.

03/01/2022

Everything went well, except I was told I could raise the dose again next month without a visit, but she didn't write it down, and forgot. Now I'm being told I have to make another appointment to raise the dosage.

01/07/2022

*Dr. Walezada is courteous & professional. She listens to me & suggests ways that I can improve my own health.

12/28/2021

She denied my SSRI refills so I couldn't get a refill in time. Just because she wanted to see me. Without having the office call me about it. I went into withdrawal symptoms. She also didn't place a refill for them (or even another prescription I came In for) AFTER my visit, I had to contact the clinic AGAIN for it once my pharmacy let me know.

11/18/2021

*Dr. Walizada is very patient, explains everything and great listener.

11/03/2021

It was excellent. I had tried to switch to a doctor closer to my home but found him arrogant and judgmental so switched back. I really appreciate Dr Walizada open attitude.

11/03/2021

The provider had recommended I return for a procedure but did not remember me or what the procedure was.

10/22/2021

I think Wahlizada is a very competent doctor who demonstrates the appropriate level of compassion.

09/28/2021

Sometimes I can't understand what she is saying.

09/13/2021

I really like Dr. Walazada and feel I get the best of care from my visits.

09/10/2021

Still waiting fo get ultrasound have heard nothing

09/03/2021

I WAS ACTUALLY DISAPPOINTED BECAUSE I HAD HEARD THAT SHE WAS A GOOD HOWEVER AFTER I WAS IN THE ROOM SHE DIDN'T SPEND ANY TIME DISCUSSING WHY I WANTED TO ESTABLISH NEW PATIENT CARE WITH HER ALL SHE DONE WAS SLIGHTLY EXAMINE ME AND TOLD ME I HAD ALOT OF PROBLEMS I EXPECTED TO SPEND AT AN HOUR WITH HER TO ESTABLISH MY HEALTH CARE AND POSSIBLE A PLAN AND THE FACT THATY SHE DOESN'T BELIEVE IN ANXIETY OR MEDS FOR THEM AS WELL AS PAIN. I WILL NOT BE SEEING HER A SECOND TIME

08/24/2021

All the support staff and my doctor are kind, intelligent, caring people. I continue to use their services because of their professionalism.

08/18/2021

Wait time is to long

08/18/2021

I've always had good experiences with my provider.

07/22/2021

Dr Shahla Walizada came to me highly recommended. I will have a third visit with her on the 1st of August. I've asked her to PARTNER with me in maintaining my good health. She has agreed to do so. I brought in three cutting edge books that address medical issues with which I am dealing. She has agreed to read one of them to better serve her patients since much progress has been made in the Area of Life Style Medicine since she graduated medical school. I am impressed by her wisdom, humility, and willingness to continue learning.Brown Crossing is far from where I live, it costs more to be treated at that clinic, and there are clearly things that can be improved-still, I believe and hope that Dr Shahla Walizada will prove worth it. I have referred a family member to her with the caveat that I'm still testing the waters. Another good thing is that Dr Walizada is knowledgeable, made appropriate referrals (that my former PCP had not), that she listens, that though she was an hour late to my appointment she made up for it by spending adequate time, she is reasonable, she is willing to lead by following if she recognizes that the patient is also wise and is doing her homework and ACTING on what she is learning, and Dr Walizada is sensitive to the history of medical apartheid and racial injustice that has been and remain a sad truth in our country. So far, so good. I feel I can trust her. I think that's it fir now. Feel free to ask me again. I trust that my honest will help improve patient care. Bottom line. I will also report back to those who referred me to Dr Walizada and to St Als. Thank you. Please forgive typos. I don't have my glasses with me but I now have the time to start this done. All my best.

07/22/2021

I have been going to *Dr. Walizada for several years. I am very satisfied w/the professionalism and compassionate way she treats me.

07/21/2021

I continue to be very happy with the care I receive from *Dr. Walizada.

07/16/2021

I just moved to ID from ME and was eager to find a good physician here. Very pleased to be seeing *Dr. Walizada.

06/29/2021

I waited 45 min. for a 9:00 appt. I was taken back after 45 min. and then I had to wait an additional 30 min. to see the provider. It then took only 15 min. for the appt. and I wanted another 20 min. to be discharged. I was there over 2 hours. This is NOT uncommon.

06/28/2021

she's great. I won't change Drs unless she retires or is no longer in my network.
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