4.8
21 Ratings with 11 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Umer Akbar is a neurologist with 18 years of experience treating complex neurological conditions. He earned his medical degree from the Medical University of the Americas in Nevis and specializes in neurology with additional training in internal medicine. Dr. Akbar speaks both English and Spanish, allowing him to care for a diverse patient population.
Dr. Akbar practices at locations in Paramus and Hackensack, New Jersey, and maintains an affiliation with Women and Infants Hospital of Rhode Island. He focuses on treating movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease and dystonia, as well as managing extrapyramidal symptoms. His treatment approach includes botulinum injections and coordinating physical therapy programs to help patients maintain strength and mobility. Patients rate Dr. Akbar 4.8 out of 5 stars for his care.
Dr. Akbar practices at locations in Paramus and Hackensack, New Jersey, and maintains an affiliation with Women and Infants Hospital of Rhode Island. He focuses on treating movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease and dystonia, as well as managing extrapyramidal symptoms. His treatment approach includes botulinum injections and coordinating physical therapy programs to help patients maintain strength and mobility. Patients rate Dr. Akbar 4.8 out of 5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 18 years of experience
- 21 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Medical University Of The Americas (Nevis)
- 11 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 14 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Umer Akbar has 2 locationsNeuroscience Institute at Hackensack University Medical Center
360 Essex StHackensack, NJ 07601 Tel: (551) 996-8100
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| Paramus , NJ | New York , NY | New York , NY | New York , NY |
| Med School: Medical University Of The Americas (Nevis) | Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med | Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School | Med School: Universitatea De Medicina Si Farmacie Iuliu Hatieganu |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Umer Akbar
Medical Specialties
Umer Akbar has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Umer Akbar has the following 14 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
18 Years Experience
Umer Akbar holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Rhode Island and New Jersey.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Rhode Island that expired in 2024 and an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Medical University Of The Americas (Nevis) in 2008.
NPI Number
Umer Akbar's NPI number is 1477798106.
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- Umer Akbar speaks English and Spanish.
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- Umer Akbar is affiliated with Women And Infants Hospital Of Rhode Island.
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