Summary

Dr. Asfa Akhtar is a dermatologist and family medicine physician with 26 years of clinical experience. She earned her osteopathic medical degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency training at North Broward Hospital. Her dual specialty background allows her to provide comprehensive skin care alongside primary care services. Dr. Akhtar speaks English fluently with her patients.

Dr. Akhtar practices throughout South Florida, with affiliations at Cleveland Clinic Florida, HCA Florida Westside Hospital, HCA Florida Woodmont Hospital, and Cleveland Clinic Florida Weston Hospital in Plantation and Tamarac. She specializes in treating common skin conditions including moles, age spots, and seborrheic keratoses. Her procedural expertise includes laser therapy for skin lesions and cryotherapy treatments. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.1 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.1
  • 26 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • North Broward Hospital
  • 9 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Asfa S Akhtar has 3 locations

Skin And Cancer Associates

261 N University Dr Ste 720Plantation, FL 33324
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

Hca Florida Woodmont Hospital

7201 N University DrTamarac, FL 33321

Hca Florida Westside Hospital

8201 W Broward BlvdPlantation, FL 33324

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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks French, Spanish
Plantation , FLBoca Raton , FLFort Lauderdale , FLTampa , FL
Med School: Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic Med School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University - Enzyme Mechanism and Kinetics Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Asfa S Akhtar

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Asfa S Akhtar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Asfa S Akhtar has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
  • Acne Rosacea
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Allergic Contact Dermatitis
  • Basal Cell
  • Eczema
  • Excision
  • Family Medicine
  • Laser Surgery
  • Melanoma
  • Mole
  • Psoriasis
  • Rash
  • Rosacea
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Dr. Asfa S Akhtar holds an expired medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at North Broward Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic in 2000.

NPI Number

Dr. Akhtar's NPI number is 1245434588.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Asfa Akhtar speak?
Dr. Asfa Akhtar speaks English.
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