Overview
Dr. Shariar Akter earned his medical degree at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, Texas. He completed his pediatric residency at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital, and MD Anderson Cancer Center as part of the University of Texas Health Science Center (UTHealth) residency program. Dr. Akter also served as Chief Resident in Pediatrics the year following residency. Dr. Akter adopts an individualized approach with all of his patients and their parents. He sees patients from newborn to age 18. Dr. Akter treats patients for sick visits as well as preventive medicine, such as immunizations and wellness checkups. His clinical interests include providing long-term care for illnesses like asthma and helping to guide new parents into parenthood. As a father himself, Dr. Akter understands how helpful pediatricians can be to new parents, his goal is to ensure they feel comfortable asking him questions and ensuring the children are understood and listened to as well. Board certified in pediatrics, Dr. Akter is fluent in Bengali and a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. In his spare time, Dr. Akter enjoys completing do-it-yourself projects, spending time outdoors, traveling, and spending time with his wife and son. Practice Information Dr. Akter practices at Memorial Hermann Medical Group Sugar Land.
His clinical expertise encompasses Delayed Growth and Developmental Dysphasia Familial.
Dr. Akter is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
17402 West Grand Parkway South, Suite 300, Sugar Land, TX 77479
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shariar M. Akter
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shariar M. Akter?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Shariar M. Akter by calling their office at 346-843-6470. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Shariar M. Akter a top-rated expert for Delayed Growth?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shariar M. Akter is classified as an Experienced expert for Delayed Growth, 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. Shariar M. Akter specialize in?
While Dr. Shariar M. Akter is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Delayed Growth, Developmental Dysphasia Familial. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Shariar M. Akter accept my insurance?
Dr. Shariar M. Akter accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 346-843-6470 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Delayed GrowthDr. Akter isExperienced. Learn about Delayed Growth.
- Developmental Dysphasia FamilialDr. Akter isExperienced. Learn about Developmental Dysphasia Familial.