Naveed Akhtar MD
Radiologist | Diagnostic Radiology
4321 Washington St Suite 1400 Kansas City MO, 64111About
Dr. Naveed Akhtar is a radiologist practicing in Kansas City, MO. Dr. Akhtar specializes in diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases using medical imaging techniques such as X-Rays, magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography exams. These techniques offer accurate visibility to the inside of the patients body and help to detect otherwise hidden illnesses so that they can be treated quickly and efficiently.
Education and Training
Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan Medical
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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Fellowships
- Neuroradiology, University of Maryland Medical System, Bristol 1994
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