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Dr. Muhammad Akhtar, MD

Dr. Muhammad Akhtar, MD

Hematology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Muhammad Akhtar, MD is a hematologist in East Providence, RI and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF THE PUNJAB / KING EDWARD MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as The Miriam Hospital and Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Practice

999 S Broadway Ste 200 East Providence, RI 02914
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(401) 438-7778

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Akhtar is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital Providence, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Akhtar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Akhtar

4.3

26 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
81%
81%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
15%
15%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Idalina carreira – Jul 04, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 14, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dawn DaRocha – Jun 06, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Patricia Mendes – Apr 28, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Maria Johnson – Jan 06, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 29, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Marga in Central falls, RI – Jul 09, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Linda in East Providence – Mar 27, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Margaret in Barrington, RI – Aug 01, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Banning, CA – Apr 29, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Cranston, RI – Aug 01, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Muhammad Akhtar, MD is a hematologist in East Providence, RI and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF THE PUNJAB / KING EDWARD MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Hematology

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  • University Of The Punjab / King Edward Medical College

    Medical School, 1986
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Locations

Practice

Office999 S Broadway Ste 200 East Providence, RI 02914
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • The Miriam Hospital

    164 Summit Ave
    Providence, RI 02906
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 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.

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

    3% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Our Lady of Fatima Hospital

    200 High Service Ave
    North Providence, RI 02904
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Roger Williams Medical Center

    825 Chalkstone Ave
    Providence, RI 02908

    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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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