Summary

Dr. M. Akhtar is a gastroenterologist with 45 years of experience treating digestive system disorders. He earned his medical degree from UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in Camden and has dedicated nearly five decades to helping patients with complex gastrointestinal conditions. Dr. Akhtar speaks English and brings extensive expertise to his practice.

Dr. Akhtar practices at Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital in Coal Township, Pennsylvania. He specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps, Crohn's disease, and diverticular disease. His procedural expertise includes performing pathology tests, kidney transplant biopsies, and nerve biopsies to help diagnose and monitor various medical conditions. Patients rate Dr. Akhtar 4.0 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 45 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson Med. School - Camden
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital

4200 Hospital RdCoal Township, PA 17866
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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45 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Coal Township , PALittle Rock , ARSACRAMENTO , CASACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson Med. School - Camden Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine Med School: New York University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. M. Nayeem Akhtar

  • AARP
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. M. Nayeem Akhtar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. M. Nayeem Akhtar has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson Med. School - CamdenGraduated in 1993
East Carolina University School of MedicineGraduated in 1989
Patna Medical CollegeGraduated in 1981

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Which hospitals is Dr. M. Akhtar affiliated with?
Dr. M. Akhtar is affiliated with Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital.
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Dr. M. Akhtar's office is located at 4200 Hospital Rd, Coal Township, PA, 17866.

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