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Dr. Shameem Akhtar, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 52
Dr. Shameem Akhtar, MD
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Dr. Shameem Akhtar, MD is an Internist in Lafayette, LA.
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Dr. Shameem Akhtar, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 52
Lafayette, LA
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26 years of experience
Dr. Shameem Akhtar, MD is an Internist in Lafayette, LA.

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Dr. Akhtar graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine. Dr. Shameem Akhtar, MD is an Internist in Lafayette, LA and has 26 years experience. Dr. Akhtar currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center and Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge. Dr. Akhtar has experience treating conditions like Tobacco Use Disorder among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Akhtar received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 10 times. Dr. Akhtar's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Akhtar also speaks Bengali. Dr. Akhtar is board certified in Internal Medicine.

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Tobacco Use Disorder
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Dehydration
Tobacco Use Disorder
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Dehydration
Tobacco Use Disorder
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Dehydration
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Constipation
Joint Pain
Nausea
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Rhabdomyolysis
Secondary Hypertension
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Abdominal Pain
Acidosis
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Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Kidney Infection
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Adult Failure to Thrive
Alkalosis
All Types of Food Poisoning
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Back Pain
Balanoposthitis
Bedsores
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Bedwetting
Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bird Flu
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Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bronchospasm
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Bursitis
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Cachexia
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Canker Sore
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Coccygeal Pain
Cold Sore
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
Dermatitis Due to Substances Taken Internally
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Down Syndrome
Dry Eyes
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Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
Food Poisoning
Foot Infection
Gait Abnormality
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Genu Varum
Gout
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Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Histoplasmosis
Hives
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iodine Deficiency
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Itchy Skin
Kidney Infection
Knee Sprain
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Leukocytopenia
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Mastodynia
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nail Infection
Neurogenic Bladder
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pharyngitis
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pneumonia
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polymyositis
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Proteinuria
Purpura
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Radiculopathy
Rash
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Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Sarcoidosis
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shortness of Breath
Sickle Cell Disease
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Skin Ulcer
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Strep Throat
Swine Flu
Symptomatic Menopause
Tension Headache
Throat Pain
Thrush
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Thyroid Goiter
Tonsillitis
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Urinary Hesitancy
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Valley Fever
Venous Compression
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Hepatitis
Viral Infection
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Diabetes Counseling
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Smoking Cessation Counseling
Wellness Examination

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Locations

  1. 1 Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center
    1214 Coolidge Blvd, Lafayette, LA 70503
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 289-7991
  2. 2 Ochsner Medical Center-Baton Rouge
    17000 Medical Center Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70816
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (225) 755-4396
  3. 3 Lori Gautreaux Bergeron LLC
    4640 W Congress St, Lafayette, LA 70506
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 406-9000

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Oct 25, 2018
She always takes time to address any questions or concerns. Explains everything fully.
Tonya Connolly in Lafayette, LA — Oct 25, 2018
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Languages Spoken
Bengali
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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
    1998
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Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Shameem Akhtar, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Akhtar's profile.

Dr. Shameem Akhtar, MD is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center and Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge.

Yes, Dr. Shameem Akhtar, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center

    1214 Coolidge Blvd, Lafayette, LA

  • Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge

    17000 Medical Center Dr, Baton Rouge, LA