Dr. Afaque Akhtar M.D.
Internist
409 Wake Chapel Rd Fuquay Varina NC, 27526About
Dr. Afaque Akhtar is an internist practicing in Fuquay Varina, NC. 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
Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan MD
Karachi Medical and Dental College
Karachi Medical and Dental College 1989
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Blood Pressure (hypertension)
- Indigestion
- Pain
- Opiate Dependence
- Peripheral Artery Disease (pad)
- Vascular Disease
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