Overview
Rizwan Akhtar is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 19 years.
Dr. Akhtar is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Dementia.
Dr. Akhtar is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology - Neurology (Certified). He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 20 peer reviewed articles and participating in 5 clinical trials.
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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. Rizwan S. Akhtar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Rizwan S. Akhtar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Rizwan S. Akhtar by calling their office at 312-695-7950. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Rizwan S. Akhtar a top-rated expert for Parkinson's Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rizwan S. Akhtar is classified as an Distinguished expert for Parkinson's 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. Rizwan S. Akhtar specialize in?
While Dr. Rizwan S. Akhtar is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Rizwan S. Akhtar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Rizwan S. Akhtar has published 19 articles and abstracts on conditions like Parkinson's Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Rizwan S. Akhtar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Rizwan S. Akhtar accept my insurance?
Dr. Rizwan S. Akhtar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 312-695-7950 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Movement DisordersDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Movement Disorders.
- Parkinson's DiseaseDr. Akhtar isDistinguished. Learn about Parkinson's Disease.
- Advanced
- Lewy Body Dementia (LBD)Dr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Lewy Body Dementia (LBD).
- Experienced
- Acute Cerebellar AtaxiaDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Acute Cerebellar Ataxia.
- Alzheimer's DiseaseDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Alzheimer's Disease.
- Boucher-Neuhauser SyndromeDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Boucher-Neuhauser Syndrome.
- Brown SyndromeDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Brown Syndrome.
- Corticobasal DegenerationDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Corticobasal Degeneration.
- DementiaDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Dementia.