Dr. Riffat Akhtar M.D.
Internist
106 So Claude A. Lord Boulevard Pottsville PA, 17901About
Dr. Riffat Akhtar is an internist practicing in Pottsville, PA. Dr. Akhtar specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Akhtar provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Sind Med Coll, Univ Of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan 1987
Karachi Medical and Dental College 1987
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Allergies
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Bronchitis
- Hypothyroidism
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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