Overview
Furqan Akhtar is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Bossier City, Louisiana.
Dr. Akhtar is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Stomach Cancer.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Locations
2541 Viking Dr Ste 103, Bossier City, LA 71111
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. Furqan Akhtar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Furqan Akhtar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Furqan Akhtar by calling their office at 318-848-2970. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Furqan Akhtar a top-rated expert for Colorectal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Furqan Akhtar is classified as an Advanced expert for Colorectal Cancer, 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. Furqan Akhtar specialize in?
While Dr. Furqan Akhtar is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, and Familial Colorectal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.
Does Dr. Furqan Akhtar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Furqan Akhtar has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Furqan Akhtar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Furqan Akhtar accept my insurance?
Dr. Furqan Akhtar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 318-848-2970 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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- Advanced
- AngiosarcomaDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Breast CancerDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Inflammatory Breast CancerDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Inflammatory Breast Cancer.
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
- Experienced
- AgranulocytosisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Anal CancerDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- AnemiaDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)Dr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT).