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Dr. Naheed Akhter, MD

Dr. Naheed Akhter, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Naheed Akhter, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Downers Grove, IL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PUNE / ARMED FORCES MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1973. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale and Edward Hospital-Main Campus. She is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 49 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (49 reviews)

Practice

4121 Fairview Ave Ste 201 Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-9229

Dr. Akhter is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Akhter specializes in the area of Obstetrics & Gynecology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Akhter's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Akhter

4.5

49 ratings, 25 with a written review
5 Star
84%
84%
4 Star
2%
2%
3 Star
4%
4%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
10%
10%

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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
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May 06, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 13, 2023
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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
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Tatyana Anodenko – Jun 26, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
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Mar 30, 2023
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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
No results
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Kathryn – Feb 02, 2023
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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
No results
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Aisha – Nov 16, 2022
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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
No results
Helpful
Vicki Martinez – Sep 03, 2022
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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
No results
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Lia Anna Andre – Apr 23, 2022
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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
No results
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Juliann Kramer – Feb 03, 2021
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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
  • Long wait times
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Natalie S – Jan 30, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Jan 28, 2021
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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
No results
Helpful
Ekta Sethi – Jan 09, 2021
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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
No results
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Syeda Tabassum Ahmed – Dec 05, 2020
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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
No results
Helpful
Geralynn – Jul 13, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
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a very satisfied patient of over 30 years – Dec 17, 2019
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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
No results
Helpful
Therese Marus – Aug 16, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Aisha Hasan – Jul 19, 2019
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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
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jul 17, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jenny McCann – Jul 17, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
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Jul 12, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Naheed Akhter, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Downers Grove, IL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PUNE / ARMED FORCES MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1973. She is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • University Of Pune / Armed Forces Medical College

    Medical School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology®
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Obstetrics & Gynecology
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Dr. Akhter is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

  • Honors in medical school: Sau Paravati Bai award

  • Chief resident OB/GYN program at Cook County Hospital

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Locations

Practice

Women OB/GYN Associates PC4121 Fairview Ave Ste 201 Downers Grove, IL 60515
1

Practice

Adventist Midwest Health120 N Oak St Hinsdale, IL 60521
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Edward Hospital-Main Campus

    801 S Washington St
    Naperville, IL 60540
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    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.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital

    3815 Highland Ave
    Downers Grove, IL 60515
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher 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

  • UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale

    120 N Oak St
    Hinsdale, IL 60521
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    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.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% 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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