Overview
Sajjad Akhtar is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Richmond Hill, New York.
Dr. Akhtar is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Allergic Conjunctivitis, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Diabetic Retinopathy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
11704 Jamaica Ave, Richmond Hill, NY 11418
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. Sajjad Akhtar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sajjad Akhtar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sajjad Akhtar by calling their office at 718-847-3937. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sajjad Akhtar a top-rated expert for Dry Eye Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sajjad Akhtar is classified as an Advanced expert for Dry Eye Syndrome, 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. Sajjad Akhtar specialize in?
While Dr. Sajjad Akhtar is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Dry Eye Syndrome, Allergic Conjunctivitis, and Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Sajjad Akhtar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sajjad Akhtar has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Dry Eye Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Sajjad Akhtar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sajjad Akhtar accept my insurance?
Dr. Sajjad Akhtar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-847-3937 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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- Advanced
- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.
- CataractDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)Dr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- GlaucomaDr. Akhtar isAdvanced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- AmblyopiaDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- BlepharitisDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- ChalazionDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Chalazion.
- EntropionDr. Akhtar isExperienced. Learn about Entropion.