Summary

Dr. Mohammad Akbar is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist who also practices allergy and immunology. He earned his medical degree from King Edward Medical University and completed his residency at A C Logan Memorial Hospital. With over five decades of medical practice, Dr. Akbar brings extensive experience to his patient care. He is fluent in both English and Arabic.

Dr. Akbar practices at multiple locations throughout Pottsville, Pennsylvania, including Schuylkill Medical Center and Lehigh Valley Hospital Schuylkill East Norwegian Street. He specializes in treating thyroid nodules and various allergic conditions including allergic rhinitis. His expertise includes performing thyroid and parathyroid ultrasounds as well as cranial ultrasound procedures. Patients rate Dr. Akbar 3.8 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 53 years of experience
  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Arabic
  • A C Logan Memorial Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Mohammad Masood Akbar has 3 locations

Pottsville Ent

26 S Centre StPottsville, PA 17901
Mon9:00 am - 7:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Schuylkill Medical Center

420 S Jackson StPottsville, PA 17901

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Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
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53 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 65 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Arabic Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
Pottsville , PAPhiladelphia , PAMeadowbrook , PAHazleton , PA
Med School: King Edward Medical University Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Mohammad Masood Akbar

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Cenpatico
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - HMO
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Mohammad Masood Akbar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Mohammad Masood Akbar has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Allergy
  • Allergy & Immunology
  • Asthma
  • Desensitization
  • Hay Fever
  • Itching
  • Nasal Allergies
  • Rash
  • Sinusitis
  • Watery Eyes

Certifications, License, & Education

53 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

A C Logan Memorial Hospital

Medical School

King Edward Medical UniversityGraduated in 1973

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Mohammad Akbar speak?
Dr. Mohammad Akbar speaks English and Arabic.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mohammad Akbar?
You can find contact information for Dr. Mohammad Akbar here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Mohammad Akbar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Mohammad Akbar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Mohammad Akbar's office located?
Dr. Mohammad Akbar's office is located at 26 S Centre St, Pottsville, PA, 17901.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mohammad Akbar affiliated with?
Dr. Mohammad Akbar is affiliated with Schuylkill Medical Center.

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