Summary

Dr. Akhtar graduated from the Allama Iqbal Medical College in 1986. He works in Louisville, KY and 5 other locations and specializes in Nephrology and Internal Medicine. Dr. Akhtar is affiliated with Baptist Health Richmond, Baptist Health Louisville and Frankfort Regional Medical Center.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 40 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Yale University School Of Medicine
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Rizwan Akhtar has 6 locations

Nephrology Associates Of Kentuckiana

6400 Dutchmans Pkwy Ste 250Louisville, KY 40205
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Baptist Health Richmond

801 Eastern BypRichmond, KY 40475

Frankfort Regional Medical Center

299 Kings Daughters DrFrankfort, KY 40601

Baptist Health Louisville

4000 Kresge WayLouisville, KY 40207

Fresenius Kidney Care Berea

509 Richmond Rd NBerea, KY 40403
Mon5:30 am - 5:30 pm
TueClosed
Wed5:00 am - 5:00 pm
ThuClosed
Fri5:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dialysis Clinic Inc

100 Keystone DrRichmond, KY 40475
Mon6:00 am - 5:30 pm
TueClosed
Wed6:00 am - 5:30 pm
ThuClosed
Fri6:00 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Rizwan Akhtar, MDDr. Marle L Malubay, MDDr. Philip Henry Soucheray, MDDr. Grant Walker Mckenzie
NephrologyInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.5 
40 Years of Experience 61 Years of Experience 85 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Louisville , KYLouisville , KYLouisville , KYLouisville , KY
Med School: Allama Iqbal Medical College Med School: University Of Santo Tomas Med School: University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rizwan Akhtar

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rizwan Akhtar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rizwan Akhtar has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
  • Chronic Renal Disease
  • Dialysis
  • End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
  • Hemodialysis
  • Internal Medicine
  • Kidney Biopsy
  • Peritoneal Dialysis
  • Urinalysis

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. Rizwan Akhtar holds an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Yale University School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Allama Iqbal Medical College in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Akhtar's NPI number is 1669695649.

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Dr. Rizwan Akhtar is affiliated with Baptist Health Richmond, Baptist Health Louisville, and Frankfort Regional Medical Center.
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Dr. Rizwan Akhtar speaks English.
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