Overview
Jawed Akhtar is a Nephrologist in Lewistown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Akhtar is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH), and Polycystic Kidney Disease. Dr. Akhtar is currently accepting new patients.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
400 Highland Avenue, Lewistown, PA 17044
3228 Cold Springs Road, Huntingdon, PA 16652
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. Jawed Akhtar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jawed Akhtar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jawed Akhtar by calling their office at 800-230-4565. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jawed Akhtar a top-rated expert for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jawed Akhtar is classified as an Advanced expert for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), 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. Jawed Akhtar specialize in?
While Dr. Jawed Akhtar is a Nephrology, they have specific expertise in End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, and Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nephrology.
Does Dr. Jawed Akhtar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jawed Akhtar has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). You can view a list of Dr. Jawed Akhtar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jawed Akhtar accept my insurance?
Dr. Jawed Akhtar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-230-4565 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Experienced
- Acute Kidney FailureDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Acute Kidney Failure.
- CalcinosisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Calcinosis.
- Chronic Kidney DiseaseDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Kidney Disease.
- Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1
- GlomerulonephritisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Glomerulonephritis.
- High Potassium LevelDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about High Potassium Level.