Dr. Matheena Akhtar, MD | Joliet, IL | Pediatrics

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Dr. Matheena Akhtar is a board-certified pediatrician at Duly Health and Care, dedicated to helping children build a foundation for lifelong wellness. She believes preventive care in childhood is not only an opportunity but an obligation to support long-term health. Her clinical focus includes general pediatrics, asthma, allergies, and developmental care. Dr. Akhtar partners closely with families to address health issues early, encourage healthy behaviors, and guide each child’s growth with compassion and expertise.

accepting new patients
4.9

9 Ratings
46 years of experience
19 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
The Medical Center (Columbus) Program
7 written reviews
1 award
1 specialty
5 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Female

Flexible scheduling

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It was okay. But we have made 2 appts within the last week and yesterday he needed urgent care for an ear and upper respiratory infection, same illness. This illness took 3 visits to get an antibiotic prescribed.

March 31st, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Matthena Akhtar is very knowledgeable doctor with great bedside manner. She's my favorite doctor!

October 27th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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She has been my daughter dr. since she was a baby and now she is 13. We just love her!

December 13th, 2018

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Thank you for taking care of Emily for all those years. Pam Dukovac??

September 16th, 2018

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Very caring and takes care of her patients well. I appreciate her dedication and the welcoming Joliet staff. Very friendly atmosphere, will definitely be a top choice in referring to others.

November 2nd, 2016

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She is hands down the best in the area. She calls on the weekends to check on my son and has always given her best.

July 20th, 2016

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I really enjoy going to see Dr.Akhtar, she provides very good treatment for her patients and makes sure her patients are taken good care of. I really appreciate how she makes sure patients are still doing good even after the visit. One of the best pediatricians I have seen.

December 11th, 2014

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Duly Health and Care

2100 Glenwood AveJoliet, IL 60435

Tel: (815) 514-2040

Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Duly Health and Care

1890 Silver Cross BlvdNew Lenox, IL 60451

Tel: (815) 462-9300


Dr. Matheena Akhtar, MD	Dr. Joanna Betancourt, MD, FAAP	SR Fredy David Valero Hernandez	Dr. Tracy Ching-Hue Burton
Pediatrics	Pediatrics	Pediatrics	Pediatrics
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.9 (9 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
46 Years of Experience		9 Years of Experience	18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks Chinese, Spanish
Joliet , IL	Algonquin , IL	Franklin , TN	Franklin , TN
Med School: Osmania Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Vijayawada- Hyderabad- Ap- India		Med School: Pontificia Universidad Javeriana - Bogota, Colombia	Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
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BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Pediatrics

Pediatrics

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

The Medical Center (Columbus) Program

Columbus Hosp, Pediatrics

Medical School

Osmania Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Vijayawada- Hyderabad- Ap- IndiaGraduated in 1980

Osmania Medical CollegeGraduated in 1980

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Where is Dr. Matheena Akhtar's office located?: Dr. Matheena Akhtar's office is located at 2100 Glenwood Ave, Joliet, IL, 60435.
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What languages does Dr. Matheena Akhtar speak?: Dr. Matheena Akhtar speaks English.

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