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Dr. Rizwan Akhtar, MD

Neurology* Age 46
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Dr. Rizwan Akhtar, MD

Neurology* Age 46
Chicago, IL
Accepting new patients
Dr. Rizwan Akhtar, MD is a Neurologist in Chicago, IL.

About

Dr. Akhtar graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Rizwan Akhtar, MD is a Neurologist in Chicago, IL. Dr. Akhtar currently practices at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and are affiliated with Pennsylvania Hospital, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Dr. Akhtar's office accepts new patients. Dr. Akhtar is board certified in Neurology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Regenstein Center for Neurological Care
    259 E Erie St Ste 2450, Chicago, IL 60611

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Specialties*
Neurology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham
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Board Certifications

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  • Neurology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Rizwan Akhtar, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Akhtar's profile.

Dr. Rizwan Akhtar, MD is affiliated with Pennsylvania Hospital, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Rizwan Akhtar, MD holds board certification in Neurology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Pennsylvania Hospital

    800 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA

  • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania

    3400 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA

  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital

    251 E Huron St, Chicago, IL