Dr. Rowsonara Akhter, MD

Dr. Rowsonara Akhter is a geriatric medicine and internal medicine physician who has dedicated over three decades to caring for patients. She earned her medical degree from Sher-E-Bangla Medical College and completed her residency training at Mercy Catholic Medical Center. With 32 years of clinical experience, Dr. Akhter brings extensive knowledge to her practice. She is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Akhter practices at locations in Stratford, New Jersey, and maintains hospital privileges at Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital. She specializes in managing high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies, helping patients control these serious cardiovascular conditions. Her clinical services include routine blood work such as complete blood counts and cholesterol testing, as well as preventive care like influenza vaccinations to keep patients healthy year-round.