3.5
33 Ratings with 18 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Iraj Akhavan is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in pulmonology, bringing over five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Tehran University of Medical Sciences and completed his residency training at Harlem Hospital Center. With 55 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Akhavan has developed extensive knowledge in treating both general internal medicine conditions and specialized lung and respiratory disorders. He is fluent in Spanish, Tagalog, and English, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.
Dr. Akhavan practices at multiple Mount Sinai locations throughout New York, including Mount Sinai West, Mount Sinai Morningside, and The Mount Sinai Hospital, as well as maintaining an affiliation with Lenox Hill Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating sleep disorders and managing cholesterol conditions such as hyperlipidemia. He also offers virtual care services to provide convenient …access to his patients. Patients have given Dr. Akhavan an average rating of 3.6 on Vitals, reflecting their experiences with his care.
Read More Read less Dr. Akhavan practices at multiple Mount Sinai locations throughout New York, including Mount Sinai West, Mount Sinai Morningside, and The Mount Sinai Hospital, as well as maintaining an affiliation with Lenox Hill Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating sleep disorders and managing cholesterol conditions such as hyperlipidemia. He also offers virtual care services to provide convenient …access to his patients. Patients have given Dr. Akhavan an average rating of 3.6 on Vitals, reflecting their experiences with his care.
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Quick Facts
- 55 years of experience
- 36 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, Tagalog, English
- Harlem Hospital Center
- 18 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 5 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Iraj Akhavan has 5 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Iraj Akhavan, MD | Dr. Larisa V Mashensky, MD | Dr. Ayman Attia, MD | Dr. Dewan S Khan, MD |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 55 Years of Experience | 31 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience | 41 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, Tagalog, English | Speaks English, Russian | Speaks English, Arabic | Speaks English, Spanish, Bengali, Hindi, Urdu |
| New York , NY | New York , NY | Astoria , NY | Hopelawn , NJ |
| Med School: Tehran University Of Medical Sciences | Med School: First Tashkent State Medical Institute | Med School: Forest Hills | Med School: Rangpur Medical College |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Iraj Akhavan
Medical Specialties
Dr. Iraj Akhavan has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Iraj Akhavan has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
55 Years Experience
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Harlem Hospital Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Tehran University Of Medical Sciences in 1971.
NPI Number
Dr. Akhavan's NPI number is 1598763906.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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- What languages does Dr. Iraj Akhavan speak?
- Dr. Iraj Akhavan speaks Spanish, Tagalog, and English.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Iraj Akhavan affiliated with?
- Dr. Iraj Akhavan is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital.
- Does Dr. Iraj Akhavan accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Iraj Akhavan has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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