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Dr. Jawed Akhtar, MD

Dr. Jawed Akhtar, MD

Nephrology*

Dr. Jawed Akhtar, MD is a nephrologist in Huntingdon, PA. Dr. Akhtar has extensive experience in Glomerulonephritis & Nephropathy. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Geisinger Lewistown Hospital and Geisinger Medical Center.

Practice

3228 Cold Springs Rd Huntingdon, PA 16652

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(570) 271-7909

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Akhtar is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center Danville, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Akhtar specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Nephrology. • See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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About Me

biography

Dr. Jawed Akhtar, MD is a nephrologist in Huntingdon, PA. Dr. Akhtar has extensive experience in Glomerulonephritis & Nephropathy. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Geisinger Lewistown Hospital and Geisinger Medical Center.

  • Nephrology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Bihar University / Sri Krishna Medical College

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Nephrology
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Locations

Practice

Geisinger Cold Springs3228 Cold Springs Rd Huntingdon, PA 16652
1
Geisinger Clinic200 Scenery Dr State College, PA 16801
2
Select Specialty Hospital-Danville100 N Academy Ave Danville, PA 17822
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Practice

Geisinger Lewistown Hospital400 Highland Ave Lewistown, PA 17044
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Geisinger Medical Center

    100 N Academy Ave
    Danville, PA 17822
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Geisinger Lewistown Hospital

    400 Highland Ave
    Lewistown, PA 17044

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Penn Highlands Huntingdon

    1225 Warm Springs Ave
    Huntingdon, PA 16652
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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