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Dr. Syed Akhter, MD

Pediatrics* Age 62
Dr. Syed Akhter, MD
3.5 (21 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Syed Akhter, MD is a Pediatrician in Knoxville, TN.
Dr. Syed Akhter, MD
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Dr. Syed Akhter, MD

Pediatrics* Age 62
Knoxville, TN
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Syed Akhter, MD is a Pediatrician in Knoxville, TN.

About

Dr. Akhter graduated from Dow Medical College Karachi. Dr. Syed Akhter, MD is a Pediatrician in Knoxville, TN and has 36 years experience. Dr. Akhter currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with East Tennessee Children's Hospital and University of Tennessee Medical Center. Dr. Akhter has experience treating conditions like Acute Bronchitis and Acute Lower Respiratory Infection among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Akhter received an average rating of 3.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 21 times. Dr. Akhter's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Akhter is board certified in Pediatrics and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Acute Bronchitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Immunization Administration
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Immunization Administration
Wellness Examination
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Constipation
Diaper Rash
Fever
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Newborn Jaundice
Pharyngitis
Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Strep Throat
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Abdominal Pain
Acne
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Acute Laryngitis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
ADHD and-or ADD
Administrative Physical
All Types of Food Poisoning
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Allergic Rhinitis Due to Food
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Asthma
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Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Back Pain
Balanitis
Balanoposthitis
Bedwetting
Bird Flu
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Black Eye
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiolitis
Bronchitis
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Burn Injuries
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pharyngitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Conduct Disorder
Confusion
Contact Dermatitis
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dehydration
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
Dermatitis Due to Substances Taken Internally
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Down Syndrome
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Elbow Sprain
Emphysema
Enteritis
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Febrile Convulsion
Foot Infection
Foot Sprain
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Genu Valgum
Gonorrhea Infections
Hair Loss
Headache
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Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Hip Sprain
Hives
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Hydrocele
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypothyroidism
Impetigo
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Influenza (Flu)
Ingrown Nail
Insomnia
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Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
Joint Pain
Knee Sprain
Lactose Intolerance
Laryngitis
Lice
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Limb Pain
Limb Swelling
Lipid Disorders
Low Back Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Mastodynia
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Muscle Spasm
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nail Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Nausea
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Neck Muscle Strain
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Onychomycosis
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Phimosis
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Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pinworm
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Plantar Wart
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polyuria
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Proteinuria
Pubic Lice (Crabs)
Rash
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Ringworm
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Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Scabies
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Seborrheic Dermatitis
Second-Degree Burns
Separation Anxiety
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stye
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Sunburn
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Swine Flu
Thrush
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Tinea Versicolor
Tonsillitis
Torticollis
Tremor
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Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Infection
Vitamin D Deficiency
Warts
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Wheezing
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Wrist Sprain or Strain
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Blood Test
Breathing Treatment
Catheterization
Diabetes Counseling
Physical Exams for Sports, School and Summer Camp
Preventive Care
Rapid Flu Test
Strep Test
Suture Removal

Insurance Accepted

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  • National POS
    HMO Premier HMO
    Choice Care PPO
    Choice POS
    Choice Care Network PPO
  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
  • Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Choice Plus POS II
    Open Choice PPO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    APCN Open Access Aetna Select
  • Options PPO
    Medica Choice
    Choice Plus POS
    Nexus Open Access
    Navigate POS
    Navigate HMO
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO

Locations

  1. 1 William L. Burkhart MD
    1128 E Weisgarber Rd Ste 230, Knoxville, TN 37909
  2. 2 Pediatric Consultants at Cedar Bluff
    9333 Park West Blvd Ste 104, Knoxville, TN 37923
  3. 3 Neurology Rehabilitation Services
    320 N Park 40 Blvd Ste B, Knoxville, TN 37923

Patient Satisfaction

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3.5
Based on 21 Reviews
5 Stars (13)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (0)
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1 Star (8)

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Feb 04, 2021
Dr Akhter has been our pediatrician for 15 years. He is so attentive to the patient. He is very personable. He is knowledgable and share advice in laymans terms. he is patient. We love him!!!
— Feb 04, 2021
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Pediatrics
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Dow Medical College Karachi
    1988
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Pediatrics
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Syed Akhter, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Akhter's profile.

Dr. Akhter frequently treats the following conditions: Acute Bronchitis and Acute Lower Respiratory Infection. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Syed Akhter, MD is affiliated with East Tennessee Children's Hospital and University of Tennessee Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Syed Akhter, MD holds board certification in Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • East Tennessee Children's Hospital

    2018 W Clinch Ave, Knoxville, TN

  • University of Tennessee Medical Center

    1924 Alcoa Hwy, Knoxville, TN