Since 1980, Dr. Shahid has provided our community medical care beyond the scope of practice we know today. His genuine manner and humble approach has touched thousands of patients over his 40 plus year career. Devotion to the practice of medicine would shine through with every encounter, each patient leaving with the feeling of being heard. Dr. Shahid would listen to his patients, and would always take the time necessary to hear their story. He was able to carry this compassion into the operating room, where he was truly able to exhibit his craft. He took great joy in healing his patients and returning them back to their prior selves.

As medicine evolved over time, Dr. Shahid demonstrated resilience in adaptation. He embraced new surgical techniques, cutting edge technology and the digitalization of modern day medical practice. Not only did he enjoy the practice of medicine, he valued serving as a mentor and teacher to his colleagues, residents, nurses and staff. Despite his retirement, he will always be a neurosurgeon. He is a true credit to our profession and an honored member of the medical society.

Dr. Shahid continues to serve on the board of directors for Nuvance Health, bringing his expertise of patient care to the executive level, aligning patient experience with the networks future vision. His former patients continue to be welcomed at Elite Brain and Spine, the practice he helped build over his long career. Even though he is no longer an official part of the organization, he has shown merit that we claim him as a continuing part of our professional group, we gather glory from his reflected glory.