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Dr. Muhammad Akhtar, MD

Dr. Muhammad Akhtar, MD

Hematology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Muhammad Akhtar, MD is a hematologist in East Providence, RI and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF THE PUNJAB / KING EDWARD MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as The Miriam Hospital and Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Practice

999 S Broadway Ste 200 East Providence, RI 02914
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(401) 438-7778

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Akhtar is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital Providence, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Akhtar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Akhtar

4.3
26 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 star
81%
81%
4 star
4%
4%
3 star
0%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
15%
15%

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Very good
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Idalina carreira – Jul 04, 2024
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Great Doctor!
He's a very caring man. He talks to you like he cares.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 14, 2023
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He's been my doctor since 2003. He not only a very smart and intelligent man but I consider him a friend. He listens to anything I say. I trust his advice even though I'm stubborn at times. He's a good Doctor hands down.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Dawn DaRocha – Jun 06, 2023
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I have been seeing Dr. Akhtar for over 18 years now and he is the kindest and most thorough doctor I have known. He takes the time to listen and tries to help in any way he can. I feel safe and comfortable having him as my doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Patricia Mendes – Apr 28, 2021
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He is the best Doctor! Very attentive and doesn’t make you feel rushed at your appointment. Takes the time to explain things and to listen to concerns.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Maria Johnson – Jan 06, 2020
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AWESOME..!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Sep 29, 2019
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Waiting period is more than 2 hrs. The bathroom is not clean. I would not come back to this place.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Marga in Central falls, RI – Jul 09, 2018
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Dr Akhtar is very kind and caring. He takes all the time needed to explain situations to his patients. He goes above and beyond to make his patients comfortable. I have severe "white coat syndrome", and he understands that and works with me so that I feel as comfortable as possible.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Linda in East Providence – Mar 27, 2018
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I have never met a more competent and caring doctor than Dr. Akhtar. He has been my primary care physician since 2003 and has been committed to my best health and well-being through a lot of challenges. If you need a partner in your healthcare, I hope you can get in to see him-- my brother, nephew, ex-husband and several friends are all currently his patients. Once I got over "sharing" my doctor with people in my life, everyone I know who has gone to him will never leave the practice.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
Margaret in Barrington, RI – Aug 01, 2017
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Dr Akhtar is very patient with his patients with special needs, when ever I called he returns my calls in reasonable frame of time, and he answers me in person, he's one of the few doctors who still takes time to listen to his patient's concerns. The waiting time is reasonable.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Banning, CA – Apr 29, 2017
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Dr. Akhtar is a wonderful caring doctor. He listens to me every time I go and is very knowledgeable. His staff is so friendly
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
Cranston, RI – Aug 01, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Muhammad Akhtar, MD is a hematologist in East Providence, RI and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF THE PUNJAB / KING EDWARD MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Hematology

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  • University Of The Punjab / King Edward Medical College

    Medical School, 1986
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Locations

Practice

Office999 S Broadway Ste 200 East Providence, RI 02914
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • The Miriam Hospital

    164 Summit Ave
    Providence, RI 02906
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 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.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Our Lady of Fatima Hospital

    200 High Service Ave
    North Providence, RI 02904
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Roger Williams Medical Center

    825 Chalkstone Ave
    Providence, RI 02908

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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