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Dr. Ali Akbar, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 45
Dr. Ali Akbar, MD
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Dr. Ali Akbar, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Memphis, TN.
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Dr. Ali Akbar, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 45
Memphis, TN
Accepting new patients
22 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Ali Akbar, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Memphis, TN.

About

Dr. Akbar graduated from UNIVERSIDAD PEDAGOGICA Y TECNOLOGICA DE COLOMBIA / FACULTAD DE CIENCIAS DE LA SALUD - ESCUELA DE MED. Dr. Ali Akbar, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Memphis, TN and has 22 years experience. Dr. Akbar currently practices at Gastro One and are affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, Methodist Olive Branch Hospital, Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto and Methodist University Hospital. Dr. Akbar has experience treating conditions like Intestinal Diverticulosis, Abdominal Pain and Gas-Bloat Syndrome among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Akbar received an average rating of 4.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 6 times. Dr. Akbar's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Akbar also speaks Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu. Dr. Akbar is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Intestinal Diverticulosis
Abdominal Pain
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Abdominal Pain
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Abdominal Pain
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Anal or Rectal Pain
Colorectal Polyp
Constipation
Gallstones
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Indigestion
Unexplained Weight Loss
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Anemia
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Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Bile Duct Obstruction
Chronic Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenal Cancer
Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Dysentery
Dysphagia
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Varices
Esophagitis
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroptosis
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis C
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Malnutrition
Nausea
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Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Pancreatitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Splenomegaly
Ulcerative Colitis
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Viral Enteritis
Vomiting Disorders
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Acute Gastritis
Alcoholic Fatty Liver
Alcoholic Gastritis
Alcoholic Hepatitis
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Cirrhosis
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bowel Strangulation
Celiac Disease
Cholangitis
Chronic Anal Fissure
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Cyclical Vomiting
Dehydration
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Malabsorption Carbohydrate
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Lactose Intolerance
Liver Abscess
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Pancreatic Pseudocyst
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Pouchitis
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Proctoptosis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rectal Ulcer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Spleen Cyst
Stomach Stenosis
Stomal Ulcer
Viral Hepatitis
Visceroptosis
Vitamin_Deficiency
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Colon Cancer Screening
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Endoscopy
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Biopsy
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

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Locations

  1. 1 Gastro One - Eastmoreland Ave
    1325 Eastmoreland Ave Ste 410, Memphis, TN 38104
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (901) 377-2111
  2. 2 Gastro One - Southaven
    7900 Airways Blvd Bldg B, Southaven, MS 38671
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (662) 349-6950
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  3. 3 Gastro One - Wolf River Blvd
    8000 Wolf River Blvd Ste 200, Germantown, TN 38138
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (901) 747-3630
  4. 4 GI Diagnostic and Therapeutic Endoscopy Center - Wolf Park Drive
    1310 Wolf Park Dr, Germantown, TN 38138
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (901) 624-5151
  5. 5 Gastro One - Wolf Park Drive
    1324 Wolf Park Dr, Germantown, TN 38138
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (901) 755-9110
  6. 6 Gastro One Pharmacy
    1324 Wolf Park Dr, Germantown, TN 38138
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (901) 624-5151

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Jun 18, 2021
Dr. Akbar is extremely knowledgeable of his field. He is also a good listener, kind and gracious. I have experienced better gastro health with him as my doctor.
V. Ladley — Jun 18, 2021
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Hindi
Punjabi
Urdu
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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSIDAD PEDAGOGICA Y TECNOLOGICA DE COLOMBIA / FACULTAD DE CIENCIAS DE LA SALUD - ESCUELA DE MED
    2002
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  • Gastroenterology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Ali Akbar, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Akbar's profile.

Dr. Akbar frequently treats the following conditions: Intestinal Diverticulosis, Abdominal Pain and Gas-Bloat Syndrome. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Ali Akbar, MD is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, Methodist Olive Branch Hospital, Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto and Methodist University Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Ali Akbar, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis

    6019 Walnut Grove Rd, Memphis, TN

  • Methodist Olive Branch Hospital

    4250 Bethel Rd, Olive Branch, MS

  • Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto

    7601 Southcrest Pkwy, Southaven, MS

  • Methodist University Hospital

    1265 Union Ave, Memphis, TN