4.2
10 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Afaque Akhtar is a board-certified internal medicine physician who also specializes in hospice and palliative medicine. He earned his medical degree from Dow Medical College and completed his residency training at North Shore University Hospital. With 37 years of clinical experience, Dr. Akhtar brings extensive knowledge to his practice caring for patients with complex medical needs. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Akhtar practices at Premier Health Center in Fuquay Varina, North Carolina, and maintains hospital affiliations with UNC Health Johnston. His clinical expertise includes treating substance use disorders, with particular focus on teen substance use issues and heroin dependency. He performs comprehensive drug screening procedures including benzodiazepine testing and cannabinoid confirmation studies. Patients have given Dr. Akhtar an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars for his compassionate and thorough approach to care.
Dr. Akhtar practices at Premier Health Center in Fuquay Varina, North Carolina, and maintains hospital affiliations with UNC Health Johnston. His clinical expertise includes treating substance use disorders, with particular focus on teen substance use issues and heroin dependency. He performs comprehensive drug screening procedures including benzodiazepine testing and cannabinoid confirmation studies. Patients have given Dr. Akhtar an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars for his compassionate and thorough approach to care.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 37 years of experience
- 39 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- North Shore University Hospital
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Premier Health Center Pllc
409 Wake Chapel RdFuquay Varina, NC 27526 Tel: (919) 567-9001
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
Sat10:00 am - 2:00 pm
SunClosed
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| Dr. Afaque Akhtar, MD | Dr. Rosmy Jimmy, MD | Dr. Abhyudaya Joshi, MD | Dr. Adewumi Bakare DMSc, PA-C |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 37 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Hindi, Malayalam | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) |
| Fuquay Varina , NC | Raleigh , NC | Wilson , NC | Mesquite , TX |
| Med School: Dow Medical College | Med School: Father Muller Medical College Hospital | Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College | Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Afaque Akhtar
Medical Specialties
Dr. Afaque Akhtar has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Afaque Akhtar has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
37 Years Experience
Dr. Afaque Akhtar holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at North Shore University Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Dow Medical College in 1989.
NPI Number
Dr. Akhtar's NPI number is 1053309419.
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- Dr. Afaque Akhtar's office is located at 409 Wake Chapel Rd, Fuquay Varina, NC, 27526.
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