Overview
Naeem Akhtar is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Fresno, California.
Dr. Akhtar is highly rated in 52 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Esophageal Varices, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 60 peer reviewed articles.
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Insurance
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- HMO
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
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- INSURANCE PLAN
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- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- PPO
- HMO
- POS
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- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER MEDICARE
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- PPO
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- HMO
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- INSURANCE PLAN
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- HMO
- POS
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- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
2823 Fresno St, Fresno, CA 93721
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. Naeem M. Akhtar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Naeem M. Akhtar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Naeem M. Akhtar by calling their office at 559-459-6000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Naeem M. Akhtar a top-rated expert for Diverticular Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Naeem M. Akhtar is classified as an Distinguished expert for Diverticular Disease, 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. Naeem M. Akhtar specialize in?
While Dr. Naeem M. Akhtar is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Diverticular Disease, Esophageal Varices, and Gastrointestinal Bleeding. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Naeem M. Akhtar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Naeem M. Akhtar has published 60 articles and abstracts on conditions like Diverticular Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Naeem M. Akhtar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Naeem M. Akhtar accept my insurance?
Dr. Naeem M. Akhtar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 559-459-6000 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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- Distinguished
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- DiarrheaDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Exocrine Pancreatic InsufficiencyDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- GastritisDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- HeartburnDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Heartburn.
- HepatitisDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Hepatitis.
- IndigestionDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Indigestion.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Advanced
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AnemiaDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Anemia.
- AscitesDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Ascites.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- CirrhosisDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- EndoscopyDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Eosinophilic ColitisDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Eosinophilic Colitis.
- EsophagitisDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- GastroparesisDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Hepatitis CDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- Hepatorenal SyndromeDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Hepatorenal Syndrome.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- JaundiceDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Morning SicknessDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Primary Biliary CholangitisDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Primary Biliary Cholangitis.
- ProctitisDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Reynolds SyndromeDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Reynolds Syndrome.
- TenesmusDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Tenesmus.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Anal FissureDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Autoimmune HepatitisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Autoimmune Hepatitis.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Berdon SyndromeDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Berdon Syndrome.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Caroli DiseaseDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Caroli Disease.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- ColitisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColonoscopyDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Cronkhite-Canada DiseaseDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Fecal ImpactionDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Fecal Impaction.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- Hepatic Cystic HamartomaDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Hepatic Cystic Hamartoma.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Juvenile Polyposis SyndromeDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome.
- Levator SyndromeDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Levator Syndrome.
- Liver FailureDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- Mesenteric Artery IschemiaDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Mesenteric Artery Ischemia.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
- ObesityDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Obesity.
- Opioid Induced ConstipationDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Opioid Induced Constipation.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Pseudomembranous ColitisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomembranous Colitis.
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC)
- Stomach CancerDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.