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Dr. Muhammad Akhtar, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
3.7 (7)
Map Pin Small Auburn, NY
Accepting new patients
53 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Muhammad Akhtar, MD

Dr. Muhammad Akhtar, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Auburn, NY. They specialize in Ear, Nose, and Throat, has 53 years of experience, and is board certified in Otolaryngology. They graduated from King Edward Medical College and is affiliated with Lake Region Healthcare Corporation. Dr. Akhtar, completed a residency at University of Miami Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Akhtar an average 3.7 star rating.

Dr. Akhtar works at Practice in Auburn, NY with other offices in Fergus Falls, MN. They are accepting new patients and accept Cigna and Humana as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Akhtar's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Auburn Community Hospital
    17 Lansing St, Auburn, NY 13021 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
  2. 2
    Lake Region Healthcare Corporation
    111 W VERNON AVE, Fergus Falls, MN 56537 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (218) 736-8000
  3. 3
    Cny Gastroenterology Pllc
    77 Nelson St Ste 240, Auburn, NY 13021 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (315) 255-3300

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  • Lake Region Healthcare Corporation

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    About Dr. Muhammad Akhtar, MD

    Specialties*
    • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Years of Experience
    • 53 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1558307967
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • University of Miami Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • Brooklyn Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • King Edward Medical College
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    Board Certifications
    • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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