Overview
Riaz Akhtar is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Oakbrook Terrace,, Illinois.
His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, and Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 68 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Akhtar is currently accepting new patients.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
Locations
1 S Summit Ave, Oakbrook Terrace,, IL 60181
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. Riaz A. Akhtar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Riaz A. Akhtar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Riaz A. Akhtar by calling their office at 630-629-6700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Riaz A. Akhtar a top-rated expert for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Riaz A. Akhtar is classified as an Experienced expert for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, 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. Riaz A. Akhtar specialize in?
While Dr. Riaz A. Akhtar is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, and Bicuspid Aortic Valve. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Riaz A. Akhtar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Riaz A. Akhtar has published 68 articles and abstracts on conditions like Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. You can view a list of Dr. Riaz A. Akhtar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Riaz A. Akhtar accept my insurance?
Dr. Riaz A. Akhtar accepts most major insurance plans, including Health Care Services Corporation. We recommend calling the office directly at 630-629-6700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Experienced
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Aortic DissectionDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- LymphangiectasisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Lymphangiectasis.
- Meige DiseaseDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Meige Disease.
- Primary Intestinal LymphangiectasiaDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.