Dr Shahab A. Akhter, MD | Greenville, NC | Cardiovascular Surgery

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Dr Akhter graduated from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. He works in Greenville, NC and 1 other location and specializes in Cardiovascular Surgery and Surgery. Dr Akhter is affiliated with Ecu Health Roanoke Chowan Hospital.

accepting new patients
4.4

27 Ratings
23 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Michigan Medicine
20 written reviews
1 award
2 specialties
3 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

Flexible scheduling

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Dr Akhter's Ratings and Reviews

4.4

27 Ratings with 20 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 5 Minutes

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Patients have expressed satisfaction with Dr. Shahab Ali Akhter, highlighting his professionalism, efficiency, and ability to clearly explain medical issues and treatment options. Positive feedback frequently mentions the caring nature of his staff, the organized and timely nature of appointments, and the overall exceptional experience received. On the negative side, some reviews note dissatisfaction with wait times to see the doctor.

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Very satisfied with provider

January 12th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Would definitely refer others here

October 8th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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They are always concerned, answer any questions. Explained in a manner I could understand.

January 13th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Excellent

December 9th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Overall great experience

October 14th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Excellent experience

September 23rd, 2024 | Source: Partner

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He doctor went over the issues and covered the treatment options and went over the options. He was very nice and answered questions in a manner that I could understand them. Excellent!!

August 5th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Dr Ahkter and his staff are very professional, efficient, caring and above all informative. I know his chosen discipline is specialized but I wish he were my primary provider. I will definitely Dr Ahkter and his staff to anyone with heart disease. Thank you for everything you do!

July 24th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Could not have been any better. Great care by the entire team.

July 5th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Good

July 3rd, 2024 | Source: Partner

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East Carolina Heart Institute at East Carolina University

115 Heart DrGreenville, NC 27834

Tel: (252) 744-4400

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

ECU Health Medical Center

2100 Stantonsburg RdGreenville, NC 27834

Tel: (252) 847-4100

Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm

Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm


Dr Shahab A. Akhter, MD	Dr. Jacob Dalton Owen	Dr. Bernward Steinhorst	Dr. Saeram Oh
Cardiovascular Surgery	Surgery	Surgery	Surgery
Accepts New Patients
4.4 (27 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
	6 Years of Experience	36 Years of Experience	5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Greenville , NC	Greenville , NC	Greenville , NC	Greenville , NC
Med School: University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine	Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine	Med School: Heinrich-Heine-Universitaet Duesseldorf Medizinische Fakultaet	Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine
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BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Thoracic Surgery

Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery

American Board of Surgery

Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, North Carolina, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Michigan Medicine

Residency

Duke University Medical Center

Medical School

University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine

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What languages does Dr Shahab Akhter speak?: Dr Shahab Akhter speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Dr Shahab Akhter affiliated with?: Dr Shahab Akhter is affiliated with Ecu Health Roanoke Chowan Hospital.
Where is Dr Shahab Akhter's office located?: Dr Shahab Akhter's office is located at 115 Heart Dr, Greenville, NC, 27834.

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