Summary

Dr. Furqan Akhtar is an internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. With 11 years of experience in medicine, he focuses on comprehensive internal medicine care for adult patients. Dr. Akhtar speaks English and provides care with expertise developed over more than a decade of practice.

Dr. Akhtar practices at CHRISTUS Cancer Center locations in both Bossier City and Shreveport, Louisiana. He specializes in treating blood disorders including iron deficiency anemia and hemolytic anemia, as well as providing care for lung cancer patients. His practice includes performing complete blood counts, white blood cell differentials, and general blood testing to help diagnose and monitor various health conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 11 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Furqan Akhtar has 2 locations

CHRISTUS Cancer Center

2541 Viking Dr Ste 103Bossier City, LA 71111

CHRISTUS Cancer Center

1453 E Bert Kouns Industrial LoopShreveport, LA 71105

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11 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Filipino, English
Bossier City , LABossier City , LAShreveport , LABossier City , LA
Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston Med School: \tLSU Health Shreveport Med School: Tulane University School of Medicine Med School: University of Santo Tomas
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Medical Specialties

Furqan Akhtar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Furqan Akhtar has the following area of expertise

  • Hematology/oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

11 Years Experience

Furqan Akhtar holds an active medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Louisiana that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston in 2015.

NPI Number

Furqan Akhtar's NPI number is 1518354836.

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Furqan Akhtar speaks English.
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Where is Furqan Akhtar's office located?
Furqan Akhtar's office is located at 2541 Viking Dr Ste 103, Bossier City, LA, 71111.

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