Dr. Shafqat M. Akhtar MD
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
401 Bicentennial Way Santa Rosa CA, 95403About
Dr. Shafqat Akhtar is a hematologist oncologist practicing in Santa Rosa, CA. Dr. Akhtar specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of blood diseases such as anemia, hemophilia, sickle-cell disease, leukemia and lymphoma. Hematologist Oncologists are also trained in the study of cancer and its attack on other organs.
Education and Training
Lahore Medical and Dental College 1980
Punjab Medical College 1981
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Hematology
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