Summary

Dr. Furqan Akhtar specializes in internal medicine, providing comprehensive care for adult patients with a wide range of health conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and brings 11 years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Akhtar is fluent in English.

Dr. Akhtar practices at CHRISTUS Cancer Center locations in both Bossier City and Shreveport, Louisiana. He focuses on treating conditions such as anemia, iron deficiency anemia, and tobacco use disorder. His expertise includes performing complete blood counts, white blood cell differentials, and comprehensive metabolic panels to help diagnose and monitor patient health.

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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

Dr. 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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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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3.8 
11 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 English
Bossier City , LAShreveport , LAShreveport , LABossier City , LA
Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston Med School: Wayne State University Med School: LSU Health Shreveport Med School: \tLSU Health Shreveport
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Furqan Akhtar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Furqan Akhtar has the following area of expertise

  • Hematology/oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

11 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated in 2015

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