Dr. Iqbal Moshin Akhter M.D., Rheumatologist
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Dr. Iqbal Moshin Akhter M.D.

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

1007 South 42nd Street Suite 4 Mount Vernon Illinois, 62864
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About

Dr. Iqbal Akhter is a rheumatologist practicing in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Dr. Akhter specializes in the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases and systematic autoimmune conditions that can affect the bones, muscles or bones. Eventually, if not treated, these illnesses can also impact the skin, eyes, nervous system and internal organs. Dr. Akhter treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.

Education and Training

Pakistan

Dow Medical College

Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan 1987

Board Certification

Board Certified

American Board of Internal Medicine in Rheumatology

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 37 years of experience

Internships

  • University of Illinois, Chicago, Illinois

Fellowships

  • St. Louis University School of Medicine St. Louis, Missouri

Professional Society Memberships

  • American College of Rheumatology

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Hard Work and Patient Care

Hobbies / Sports

  • Tennis, Reading, International Relations

Favorite professional publications

  • New England Journal of Medicine, Journal of Rheumatology

Dr. Iqbal Moshin Akhter M.D.'s Practice location

1007 South 42nd Street Suite 4 -
Mount Vernon, Illinois 62864
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New patients: 618-242-4626
Fax: 618-242-4638
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Dr. Iqbal Akhter, MD

512 N 42nd St -
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
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New patients: 618-242-4626

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