Summary

Dr. Omer Iftikhar is a cardiovascular disease specialist who brings 17 years of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from King Edward Medical University and completed extensive training through residencies at Nishtar Medical College and the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Dr. Iftikhar furthered his specialization with fellowships at the University of Chicago-Northshore and Temple University, building comprehensive knowledge in heart and vascular care.

Dr. Iftikhar practices in Kenner, Louisiana, where he focuses on treating conditions such as high blood pressure and chest wall pain. His expertise includes performing diagnostic procedures like echocardiograms and electrocardiograms to evaluate heart function. He also provides specialized contrast echocardiography to give patients detailed insights into their cardiovascular health.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 17 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • Temple University
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dr. Omer Iftikhar

200 W Esplanade AveKenner, LA 70065

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Cardiovascular DiseasePediatricsNurse PractitionerPsychiatry
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17 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Kenner , LANew Orleans , LANew Orleans , LANew Orleans , LA
Med School: King Edward Medical University Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Omer Iftikhar

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Peoples Health
  • Security Life
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Omer Iftikhar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Omer Iftikhar has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Cardiologist
  • Internal Medicine
  • Interventional Cardiology

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Temple University2020
University of Chicago - Northshore2019

Residency

University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center2016
UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA2016
Medicare Hospital2013
Nishtar Medical College2011

Internship

University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center2014
UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA2014

Medical School

King Edward Medical UniversityGraduated in 2009

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Dr. Omer Iftikhar's office is located at 200 W Esplanade Ave, Kenner, LA, 70065.
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