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Dr. Waheed Akbar, MB BS

Orthopedic Surgery
4.9 (33)
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47 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Waheed Akbar, MB BS

Dr. Waheed Akbar, MB BS is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Saginaw, MI. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 47 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from King Edward Med Coll and is affiliated with Ascension St. Mary's Hospital.

Dr. Akbar works at Ascension Medical Group- Orthopedics in Saginaw, MI. They frequently treat conditions like Osteoarthritis of Shoulder, Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear) and Osteoarthritis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Akbar's Office Locations

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    Raana Akbar MD
    4701 Towne Centre Rd Ste 303, Saginaw, MI 48604 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (989) 790-6719
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    4677 Towne Centre Rd, Saginaw, MI 48604 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (855) 298-9888

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  • Ascension St. Mary's Hospital

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    Dec 03, 2022
    Dr. Akbar is on of the kindest, compassionate surgeon I have meet, he listen to his pts., he make sure we as his pts. get the best care and I love his bedside manners with pt.
    Bettina Redeemer — Dec 03, 2022
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    About Dr. Waheed Akbar, MB BS

    Specialties
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 47 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1447255971
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Ny Ortho Hosp
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • Booth Meml Med Ctr
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • King Edward Med Coll
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Akbar has an average wait time of 31 – 45 minutes at their office(s).

    Dr. Akbar has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Akbar works at Ascension Medical Group- Orthopedics in Saginaw, MI. View the full address on Dr. Akbar’s profile.

    Dr. Akbar has seen patients for Osteoarthritis of Shoulder, Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear) and Osteoarthritis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Akbar on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    33 patients have reviewed Dr. Akbar. The overall rating for this provider is 4.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Akbar.

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