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Dr. Aafaque Akhter, MD

Psychiatry* Age 56
Dr. Aafaque Akhter, MD
5.0 (3 Ratings)

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Dr. Aafaque Akhter, MD

Psychiatry* Age 56
Norton, MA
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30 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Aafaque Akhter, MD is a Psychiatrist in Norton, MA.

About

Dr. Akhter graduated from PATNA UNIVERSITY / PATNA MEDICAL COLLEGE. Dr. Aafaque Akhter, MD is a Psychiatrist in Norton, MA and has 30 years experience. Dr. Akhter currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Melrosewakefield Hospital and St. Joseph's Health Hospital. At present, Dr. Akhter received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 3 times. Dr. Akhter's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Akhter is board certified in Addiction Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Psychiatric Evaluation
Marijuana Addiction
Adult Failure to Thrive
Psychiatric Evaluation
Marijuana Addiction
Adult Failure to Thrive
Psychiatric Evaluation
Marijuana Addiction
Adult Failure to Thrive
Alcohol Withdrawal
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Amphetamine and Other Psychostimulant Dependence
Anxiety
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Bipolar Disorder
Borderline Personality Disorder
Cocaine Addiction
Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Major Depressive Disorder
Nondependent Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Opioid Dependence
Personality Disorders
Schizoaffective Disorder
Schizoid and Schizotypal Personality Disorder
Schizophrenia
Schizophreniform and Schizoaffective Disorder
Suicidal Ideation
Tobacco Use Disorder
Alcohol Misuse Screening and Counseling
Alcohol or Substance Misuse Screening and Counseling
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dementia or Depression Screening
Group Psychotherapy
Psychiatric Medication Therapy
Psychological Evaluation
Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery
Psychotherapy and Psychophysiological Therapy (incl. Biofeedback)

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    HealthBlue PPO
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  • Freedom
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  • Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
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Locations

  1. 1 Norton Health Care PC
    85 E Main St # A, Norton, MA 02766
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (508) 285-8550
  2. 2 Melrosewakefield Healthcare Inc.
    170 Governors Ave, Medford, MA 02155
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (781) 306-6160
  3. 3 Office
    821 W 21st St, Norfolk, VA 23517
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (757) 317-0076
  4. 4 Office
    87 E Main St, Norton, MA 02766
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (508) 285-8550

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Patient Reviews
Aug 13, 2016
He is an amazing man, he saved me life!
Ally D. in Billerica, MA — Aug 13, 2016
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Specialties*
Psychiatry
Addiction Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • PATNA UNIVERSITY / PATNA MEDICAL COLLEGE
    1994
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Addiction Medicine and Psychiatry
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Aafaque Akhter, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Akhter's profile.

Dr. Aafaque Akhter, MD is affiliated with Melrosewakefield Hospital and St. Joseph's Health Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Aafaque Akhter, MD holds board certification in Addiction Medicine and Psychiatry.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Melrosewakefield Hospital

    585 Lebanon St, Melrose, MA

  • St. Joseph's Health Hospital

    301 Prospect Ave, Syracuse, NY