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Summary
Dr. Rizwan Akhtar is a neurologist who specializes in treating complex movement disorders and neurological conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed both his residency and fellowship training at the University of Pennsylvania Health System, finishing his fellowship in 2013. With 19 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Akhtar brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Akhtar practices at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, where he provides comprehensive neurological care. He focuses on treating conditions such as ataxia, corticobasal syndrome, and dystonia. His treatment approach includes physical therapy and strength training to help patients improve their mobility and quality of life. Patients consistently rate Dr. Akhtar highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Akhtar practices at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, where he provides comprehensive neurological care. He focuses on treating conditions such as ataxia, corticobasal syndrome, and dystonia. His treatment approach includes physical therapy and strength training to help patients improve their mobility and quality of life. Patients consistently rate Dr. Akhtar highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 19 years of experience
- 19 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- University of Pennsylvania Health System
- 2 specialties
- 11 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Regenstein Center for Neurological Care
259 E Erie St Lavin Family Pavilion, Ste 1900Chicago, IL 60611 Tel: (312) 695-7950
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| Neurology | Neurology | Neurology | Neurology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 19 Years of Experience | 54 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish, Tagalog | Speaks English, Russian | |
| Chicago , IL | Maywood , IL | Park Ridge , IL | Seattle , WA |
| Med School: University of Alabama School of Medicine | Med School: University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And Surgery | Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Rizwan S. Akhtar
Medical Specialties
Rizwan S. Akhtar has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Rizwan S. Akhtar has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
19 Years Experience
Rizwan S. Akhtar holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at University of Pennsylvania Health System in 2013.
Residency
Completed their residency at University of Pennsylvania Health System in 2011.
Medical School
Graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine in 2007.
NPI Number
Rizwan S. Akhtar's NPI number is 1770786865.
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- Rizwan Akhtar speaks English and Spanish.
- Which hospitals is Rizwan Akhtar affiliated with?
- Rizwan Akhtar is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
- Where is Rizwan Akhtar's office located?
- Rizwan Akhtar's office is located at 259 E Erie St Lavin Family Pavilion, Ste 1900, Chicago, IL, 60611.
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