Dr. Laila Akhund, MD

Dr. Laila Akhund is an internal medicine physician who specializes in rheumatology, bringing over three decades of medical expertise to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Aga Khan University Medical College and completed her residency training at Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation. With 33 years of experience treating complex medical conditions, Dr. Akhund has developed particular expertise in managing diseases that affect the joints, muscles, and immune system. She is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Akhund practices at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston and Brigham and Women's Primary Care in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Her clinical focus includes treating back pain during pregnancy and addressing back pain in children and teens, conditions that require specialized understanding of how musculoskeletal issues affect different age groups. She also manages flank pain and incorporates …therapeutic approaches such as physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy into patient care plans. Patients have given Dr. Akhund an average rating of 3.7 on Vitals, reflecting their experiences with her comprehensive approach to internal medicine and rheumatologic care.