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Dr. Muhammad Akbar, MD

Dr. Muhammad Akbar, MD

Cardiology*

Dr. Muhammad Akbar, MD is a cardiologist in Chicago, IL. He is affiliated with medical facilities Presence Saint Francis Hospital and Swedish Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (9 reviews)

AMITA Health Medical Group Heart & Vascular Chicago

6300 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 465-4600

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Akbar is affiliated with Swedish Hospital Chicago, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Akbar specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Interventional Cardiology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Akbar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Akbar

4.6

9 ratings, 4 with a written review
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Daniel – Mar 06, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 18, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Dave S – Mar 20, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lawrence Kampwirth in Chicago, IL – May 04, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

My goal is to treat a patient from the heart while using the best of brain.

biography

My goal is to treat a patient from the heart while using the best of brain.

  • Cardiology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • St Francis Hospital Of Evanston

    Residency Hospital, 2002

  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 2002

  • Michael Reese Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2002

  • St Francis Hospital Of Evanston

    Internship Hospital, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Interventional Cardiology
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Locations

AMITA Health Medical Group Heart & Vascular Chicago

AMITA Health Medical Group Heart & Vascular Chicago6300 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL 60659
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AMITA Health Medical Group Heart & Vascular Evanston

AMITA Health Medical Group Heart & Vascular Evanston800 Austin St Ste 207 Evanston, IL 60202
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Swedish Hospital

    5145 N California Ave
    Chicago, IL 60625
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Presence Saint Francis Hospital

    355 Ridge Ave
    Evanston, IL 60202
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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