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Dr. Waheed Akhtar, MD

Dr. Waheed Akhtar, MD

Cardiology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Waheed Akhtar, MD is a cardiologist in Goldsboro, NC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Akhtar has extensive experience in Heart Conditions and Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from King Edward Medical University in 1982. He is affiliated with UNC Health Wayne. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

2615 Hospital Rd Ste 300 Goldsboro, NC 27534
Telehealth available
(919) 734-0033

Dr. Akhtar is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Akhtar specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Nuclear Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Akhtar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Akhtar

3.7

18 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
61%
61%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
28%
28%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Kim – Aug 25, 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
Alice Adams in Goldsboro, NC – Aug 31, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Goldsboro, NC – May 10, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Selma, NC – May 06, 2017
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Belle in Goldsboro, NC – May 27, 2016
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
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Mar 14, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Waheed Akhtar, MD is a cardiologist in Goldsboro, NC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Akhtar has extensive experience in Heart Conditions and Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from King Edward Medical...read more

  • Cardiology

  • Cardiovascular & Metabolic Diseases

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • E Carolina University School Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases St Mary's Hosp-unity Health Sys, Internal Medicine

    Residency Hospital

  • Park Ridge Hospital - St Marys Campus

    Residency Hospital

  • Royal Wigan,preston,wythenshaw And Hammersmith Hospital,london(uk)

    Internship Hospital

  • University Of California

    Medical School

  • East Carolina University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1997

  • University Of Rochester

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994

  • King Edward Medical University

    Medical School, 1982

  • University Of The Punjab / King Edward Medical College

    Medical School, 1982

  • Board Certified In Cardiovascular Diseases,nuclear Cardiology,cardiac Ct

  • Mrcp(uk),dip.cardiology(uk),facc

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
American Board of Nuclear Medicine
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Nuclear Medicine†
†Self designated 
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  • Punjabi

  • Urdu

Dr. Akhtar is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    North Carolina Heart & Vascular-Goldsboro2615 Hospital Rd Ste 300 Goldsboro, NC 27534
    1

    Practice

    Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings201 N Breazeale Ave Mount Olive, NC 28365
    2
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 7:30am - 6:00pm
      • Tue: 7:30am - 6:00pm
      • Wed: 7:30am - 6:00pm
      • Thu: 7:30am - 6:00pm
      • Fri: 7:30am - 6:00pm
      • Sat: 8:00am - 12:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    Wayne Memorial Hospital Inc2700 Wayne Memorial Dr Goldsboro, NC 27534
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • UNC Health Wayne

      2700 Wayne Memorial Dr
      Goldsboro, NC 27534

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

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

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