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Dr. Akber Safi, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 64
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Dr. Akber Safi, MD is an Internist in Poway, CA.
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Dr. Akber Safi, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 64
Poway, CA
Accepting new patients
Dr. Akber Safi, MD is an Internist in Poway, CA.
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Dr. Safi graduated from Stony Brook University Renaissance School of Medicine and completed a residency at Winthrop - University Hospital. Dr. Akber Safi, MD is an Internist in Poway, CA. Dr. Safi currently practices at North County Internists and are affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway, Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido and Palomar Medical Center Escondido. Dr. Safi has experience treating conditions like Secondary Hypertension, Secondary Renovascular Hypertension and Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Safi received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 17 times. Dr. Safi's office accepts new patients. Dr. Safi is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 North County Internists
    15721 Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA 92064
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Experience and Background Check

Secondary Hypertension
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Secondary Hypertension
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Secondary Hypertension
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Administrative Physical
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Foot Infection
Joint Pain
Leukocytopenia
Limb Pain
Nail Infection
Pharyngitis
Shortness of Breath
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Immunization Administration
Wellness Examination
Abdominal Pain
Actinic Keratosis
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Kidney Infection
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
ADHD and-or ADD
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Anemia
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Ataxia
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Back Pain
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchitis
Bursitis
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Constipation
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Dehydration
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Gait Abnormality
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gout
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Headache
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Heart Disease
Heartburn
Hernia
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Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypogonadism
Hypokalemia
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Kidney Infection
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Low Back Pain
Lyme Disease
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nasopharyngitis
Nausea
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Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Onychomycosis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoporosis
Overweight
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Perimenopause
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pneumonia
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Proteinuria
Radiculopathy
Rash
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Ringworm
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Sarcoidosis
Sciatica
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Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Symptomatic Menopause
Testicular Dysfunction
Throat Pain
Thrush
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Tinnitus
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Tobacco Use Disorder
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Vertigo
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Viral Infection
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Safi
4.2
Based on 17 Reviews
5 Stars (12)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (2)

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Jul 22, 2023
Dr. Safi is my brothers Internist. Dr. Safi is thorough, compassionate, his care is second to NONE.
Angie LaPlante — Jul 22, 2023
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Akber Safi, MD is an internist in Poway, CA. He specializes in Internal Medicine.
Biography
Specialties*
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Stony Brook University Renaissance School of Medicine
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Winthrop - University Hospital
    1992
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Winthrop - University Hospital
    1994
Residency Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Akber Safi, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Safi's profile.

Dr. Safi frequently treats the following conditions: Secondary Hypertension, Secondary Renovascular Hypertension and Urinary Tract Infection (UTI). See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Akber Safi, MD is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway, Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido and Palomar Medical Center Escondido.

Yes, Dr. Akber Safi, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Palomar Medical Center Poway

    15615 Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA

  • Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido

    555 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA

  • Palomar Medical Center Escondido

    2185 Citracado Pkwy, Escondido, CA

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