--- title: "Dr. Parvez Ahmed | Pediatrician in Los Gatos, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Dr. Parvez Ahmed, M.D. practices Pediatrics in Los Gatos, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-parvez-ahmed-1046241478" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Parvez Ahmed, M.D. ![Parvez Ahmed, M.D.](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/RmhCgezu08-knfTIzWU04hHYvhTcFpkKvrLOB__4xV8/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) 4.9/5 [(62 ratings)](https://www.sutterhealth.org/star-ratings) # Parvez Ahmed, M.D. ## Pediatrics - Accepting new patients [15400 Los Gatos Blvd.1st FloorLos Gatos, CA 95032](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=15400+Los+Gatos+Blvd.+Los+Gatos%2C+CA+95032+US) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-parvez-ahmed-1046241478#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-parvez-ahmed-1046241478#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-parvez-ahmed-1046241478#provider-locations) - [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-parvez-ahmed-1046241478#provider-services) ## About Dr. Ahmed Languages English and French Gender Male Ages treated Children under 18 Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging Offers [video visits](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-care/video-visits) for existing patients ### Approach to care Dr. Parvez Ahmed is dedicated to providing his patients with the highest quality medical care possible. He believes that being a good listener and taking the time to thoughtfully consider what is best for each child and their family are essential aspects of exceptional care. Committed to lifelong learning, he regularly reviews the latest medical research and developments in pediatric medicine to ensure his patients receive evidence-based care. He values open communication and welcomes any concerns parents may have about their child's health, recognizing that every question and concern is important. Dr. Ahmed supports the American Academy of Pediatrics' (AAP) and the California Dept of Public Health's (CDPH) guidelines and schedules on vaccinations to protect your child's and the community's health. ### Outside of medicine Outside of Medicine, Dr. Ahmed enjoys spending time with his wife and twins. They like to hike, read and go out for ice cream! ## Education and training **Medical school:** University of Virginia **Internship:** Children's Hospital of Buffalo **Residency:** Children's Hospital of Buffalo, Chief Resident ## Board certifications - Pediatrics ## Affiliations ### Medical groups - Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (19 plans)** ### Aetna - Aetna Choice POS II - Aetna Select EPO - Aetna Select Open Access - Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA) - Aetna Student Health Program - Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA) - Health Fund POS - HMO - HMO Deductible Plans - Managed Choice POS - National Advantage Plan (NAP) - Open Access Elect Choice EPO - Open Access Managed Choice POS - Open Choice PPO - Quality Point of Service (QPOS) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) - Copay Plan - Open Access Aetna Select - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) ACA High Deductible Health Plan POS II (ACA HDHP-POS II) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) High Deductible Health Plan POS II (HDHP POS II) - Traditional Choice **Alignment (4 plans)** ### Alignment - Alignment Health Plan My Choice (Medicare Advantage PPO) - Alignment Health Sutter Advantage +More (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage PPO) **Anthem Blue Cross of California (21 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Advantage PPO (Tier 1) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO Saver Small Group Plan - Anthem Blue Cross HMO, also sometimes known as California Care or Rural Cal Care (includes CalPERS Traditional HMO) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO/POS (California Care Plus) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual and Family EPO Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum-Covered California (Pathway - EPO) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Blue Cross Small Group HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Anthem High Performance Narrow Network - Anthem Medicare Preferred PPO Medicare Advantage Plans for Group Retirees - Behavioral Health Program - BlueCard - CareAdvocate PPO - Direct Access - Federal Employee Program (FEP) - PPO - GeoBlue - Indemnity - Managed Care Services - My Choice PPO - SmartSense **Blue Shield of California (24 plans)** ### Blue Shield of California - Active Choice PPO - Administrative Services Only (ASO) - Self-Funded PPO - Blue Shield $0 Cost Share PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield Access+ HMO CalPERS Limited Network - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan - Blue Shield Added Advantage POS (Point-Of-Service) Plan**Note:** - PPO Benefit Level - Blue Shield Bronze PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield CalPERS EPO - Blue Shield CalPERS Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Gold PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Life and Health Insurance Company - Blue Shield Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Minimum Coverage PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield of California PPO/EPO (aka Full Network PPO/EPO) - Blue Shield Platinum PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Silver PPO (IFP & Small Group) - BlueCard Plan - Federal Employee Program - PPO**Note:** - FEP accesses Anthem Blue Cross for Hospital Providers - Indemnity - PERS Platinum PPO - Shared Advantage - PPO/EPO and Shared Advantage Plus - PPO/EPO (Full Network PPO) - UC Care PPO - University of California HealthSavings+ - Vital Shield 900 Plans Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations [Los Gatos Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/los-gatos-center-1043246928) 15400 Los Gatos Blvd. 1st Floor Los Gatos, CA 95032 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=15400+Los+Gatos+Blvd.+Los+Gatos%2C+CA+95032+US) [408-523-3640](tel:+14085233640) Sunday Closed Monday 7:30 am - 8:30 pm Tuesday 7:30 am - 8:30 pm Wednesday 7:30 am - 8:30 pm Thursday 7:30 am - 8:30 pm Friday 7:30 am - 8:30 pm Saturday 7:30 am - 2:30 pm **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 7:30 am - 8:30 pm Tuesday 7:30 am - 8:30 pm Wednesday 7:30 am - 8:30 pm Thursday 7:30 am - 8:30 pm Friday 7:30 am - 8:30 pm Saturday 7:30 am - 2:30 pm ## Related services offered by Sutter - [Pediatric weight management program](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/pediatric-weight-management-program) ## Similar providers nearby [View all](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Pediatrics%22%5D%7D%5D&limit=10&staticFilters=%5B%7B%22displayName%22%3A%22Sutter+Health+provider%22%2C%22selected%22%3Atrue%2C%22filter%22%3A%7B%22kind%22%3A%22fieldValue%22%2C%22fieldId%22%3A%22c_providerIsSutterHealth%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%2C%22value%22%3Atrue%7D%7D%2C%7B%22displayName%22%3A%22Near%3A+Los+Gatos+Center%22%2C%22selected%22%3Atrue%2C%22filter%22%3A%7B%22kind%22%3A%22fieldValue%22%2C%22fieldId%22%3A%22c_offices.officeOrFacility.builtin.location%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24near%22%2C%22value%22%3A%7B%22lat%22%3A37.245604078336854%2C%22lng%22%3A-121.9572704288187%2C%22radius%22%3A16093%7D%7D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) - 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