Dr. Adil J. Akhtar
Overview
Adil Akhtar is a Palliative Medicine specialist and an Oncologist in Sterling Heights, Michigan. Dr. Akhtar has been practicing medicine for over 41 years is highly rated in 47 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, Thrombocytopenia, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Akhtar is currently accepting new patients.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles and participating in 5 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
44344 Dequindre Road, Suite 260, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
32255 Northwestern Highway, Suite 196, Farmington Hills, MI 48334
53960 Van Dyke Avenue, Shelby Township, MI 48316
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Akhtar has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Adil J. Akhtar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Adil J. Akhtar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Adil J. Akhtar by calling their office at 586-323-1500. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Adil J. Akhtar a top-rated expert for Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Adil J. Akhtar is classified as an Distinguished expert for Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Adil J. Akhtar specialize in?
While Dr. Adil J. Akhtar is a Palliative Medicine, they have specific expertise in Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, Thrombocytopenia, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Palliative Medicine.
Does Dr. Adil J. Akhtar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Adil J. Akhtar has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Adil J. Akhtar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Adil J. Akhtar accept my insurance?
Dr. Adil J. Akhtar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 586-323-1500 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Anal CancerDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia SyndromeDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome.
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- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- AgranulocytosisDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Breast CancerDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Childhood Acute Myeloid LeukemiaDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
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- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)Dr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)Dr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML).
- Acute Promyelocytic LeukemiaDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia.
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.