Dr. Waseem Akhter M.D.
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist | Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
801 Ostrum St Bethlehem PA, 18015About
Dr. Waseem Akhter is a Neonatal-Perinatal Physician practicing in Bethlehem, PA. Dr. Akhter cares for the critically ill newborn and premature infants. Neonatal-Perinatal Physicians treat conditions such as breathing disorders, birth defects, infections, and any other life-threatening medical problems. They coordinate with their young patients families and other physicians to determine appropriate treatment.
Education and Training
Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan 1993
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
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