Overview
Asad Akhter is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri.
His clinical expertise encompasses Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, Hemangioma, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 27 peer reviewed articles.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
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Locations
1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, Saint Louis, MO 63110
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. Asad S. Akhter
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Asad S. Akhter?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Asad S. Akhter by calling their office at 314-362-3577. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Asad S. Akhter a top-rated expert for Spinal Fusion?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Asad S. Akhter is classified as an Experienced expert for Spinal Fusion, 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. Asad S. Akhter specialize in?
While Dr. Asad S. Akhter is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Spinal Fusion, Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, and Hemangioma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Asad S. Akhter participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Asad S. Akhter has published 27 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spinal Fusion. You can view a list of Dr. Asad S. Akhter's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Asad S. Akhter accept my insurance?
Dr. Asad S. Akhter accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and CareSource. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-362-3577 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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- Experienced
- Brain AneurysmDr. Akhter isExperienced. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.
- Cerebral Cavernous MalformationDr. Akhter isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Cavernous Malformation.
- EncephaloceleDr. Akhter isExperienced. Learn about Encephalocele.
- Epidural HematomaDr. Akhter isExperienced. Learn about Epidural Hematoma.
- HemangioblastomaDr. Akhter isExperienced. Learn about Hemangioblastoma.
- HemangiomaDr. Akhter isExperienced. Learn about Hemangioma.
- Increased Intracranial PressureDr. Akhter isExperienced. Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
- KyphosisDr. Akhter isExperienced. Learn about Kyphosis.
- LaminectomyDr. Akhter isExperienced. Learn about Laminectomy.
- Parkinson's DiseaseDr. Akhter isExperienced. Learn about Parkinson's Disease.
- Pseudotumor Cerebri SyndromeDr. Akhter isExperienced. Learn about Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome.
- Spinal FusionDr. Akhter isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Fusion.
- Von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) SyndromeDr. Akhter isExperienced. Learn about Von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) Syndrome.