Overview
Philosophy of care | I believe in patient oriented medicine care. My goal is to provide detailed education to you about your condition and help you make decisions based on most recent available medical literature and guidelines. Empathetic care and family support contributes to speedy recovery. I want to assure you and your family that I will put my best efforts in applying my skills, my experience, advancing and ever-changing technologies, and my judgment to get you back to your routine life. | Why I entered medicine | I became a doctor to help heal those who are ailing. | Community involvement | Away from patient care, I volunteer to give health education lectures to the community. | Personal interests | Outside of my work, I greatly enjoy traveling, sightseeing and spending time with my wife and three children.
Dr. Akbar is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Fainting, Arrhythmias, and Cardiac Ablation.
Dr. Akbar is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Nephrology, American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine , and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease . He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Akbar is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
106 S Claude A Lord Blvd, Pottsville, PA 17901
1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 300, Allentown, PA 18103
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. Ghulam Akbar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ghulam Akbar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ghulam Akbar by calling their office at 570-728-2424. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ghulam Akbar a top-rated expert for Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ghulam Akbar is classified as an Distinguished expert for Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), 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. Ghulam Akbar specialize in?
While Dr. Ghulam Akbar is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, and Fainting. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Ghulam Akbar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ghulam Akbar has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST). You can view a list of Dr. Ghulam Akbar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ghulam Akbar accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghulam Akbar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 570-728-2424 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- ArrhythmiasDr. Akbar isDistinguished. Learn about Arrhythmias.
- FaintingDr. Akbar isDistinguished. Learn about Fainting.
- Familial Ventricular TachycardiaDr. Akbar isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Ventricular Tachycardia.
- Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST)Dr. Akbar isDistinguished. Learn about Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST).
- Advanced
- ApoplexyDr. Akbar isAdvanced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Akbar isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Akbar isAdvanced. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Brugada SyndromeDr. Akbar isAdvanced. Learn about Brugada Syndrome.
- CardiomyopathyDr. Akbar isAdvanced. Learn about Cardiomyopathy.
- Ectopic HeartbeatDr. Akbar isAdvanced. Learn about Ectopic Heartbeat.
- Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope
- Heart AttackDr. Akbar isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Attack.
- Heart FailureDr. Akbar isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Failure.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- Jervell Lange-Nielsen Syndrome (JLNS)
- Long QT SyndromeDr. Akbar isAdvanced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome.
- Long QT Syndrome 1Dr. Akbar isAdvanced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 1.
- Long QT Syndrome 2Dr. Akbar isAdvanced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 2.
- Long QT Syndrome 3Dr. Akbar isAdvanced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 3.
- Long QT Syndrome 5Dr. Akbar isAdvanced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 5.
- NecrosisDr. Akbar isAdvanced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Akbar isAdvanced. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
- Pulmonary EdemaDr. Akbar isAdvanced. Learn about Pulmonary Edema.
- Short QT SyndromeDr. Akbar isAdvanced. Learn about Short QT Syndrome.
- Timothy SyndromeDr. Akbar isAdvanced. Learn about Timothy Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Acute Arterial Occlusion of KidneyDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Acute Arterial Occlusion of Kidney.
- Acute Coronary SyndromeDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Acute Coronary Syndrome.
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- AnginaDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Angina.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Atrial TachycardiaDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Tachycardia.
- Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT)
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Bidirectional TachycardiaDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Bidirectional Tachycardia.
- Cardiac AblationDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Ablation.
- Cardiac AmyloidosisDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Amyloidosis.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia
- Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS)
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)Dr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM).
- Familial Dilated CardiomyopathyDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy.
- Familial Hypertrophic CardiomyopathyDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy.
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism
- Heart MurmursDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Heart Murmurs.
- High CholesterolDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about High Cholesterol.
- His Bundle TachycardiaDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about His Bundle Tachycardia.
- HypertensionDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Hypertension.
- Hypertensive Heart DiseaseDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Hypertensive Heart Disease.
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)Dr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM).
- Idiopathic EdemaDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Edema.
- Low Blood PressureDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Low Blood Pressure.
- Low Potassium LevelDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Low Potassium Level.
- Metabolic SyndromeDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Metabolic Syndrome.
- Mitral Valve ProlapseDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Prolapse.
- Mitral Valve RegurgitationDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Regurgitation.
- Multifocal Atrial TachycardiaDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia.
- Orthostatic HypotensionDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Orthostatic Hypotension.
- Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT)
- Paroxysmal Ventricular FibrillationDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Paroxysmal Ventricular Fibrillation.
- Primary Localized Cutaneous Amyloidosis
- Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Embolism.
- Pulmonary HypertensionDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Hypertension.
- Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive DiseaseDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease.
- Sengers SyndromeDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Sengers Syndrome.
- SitosterolemiaDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Sitosterolemia.
- Stable AnginaDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Stable Angina.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)Dr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).
- VasculitisDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Vasculitis.
- Ventricular FibrillationDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Ventricular Fibrillation.
- Ventricular Septal DefectsDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Ventricular Septal Defects.
- Ventricular TachycardiaDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Ventricular Tachycardia.
- Wolff-Parkinson-White SyndromeDr. Akbar isExperienced. Learn about Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome.