Dr. Ruhi Akhtar, MD

Dr. Ruhi Akhtar is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing nearly three decades of clinical expertise to patient care. She earned her medical degree from Government Medical College Srinagar and completed her residency training at Holy Name Hospital. With 29 years of experience in the field, Dr. Akhtar has developed extensive knowledge in managing complex medical conditions requiring hospitalization.

Dr. Akhtar practices at multiple locations throughout New Jersey, including Westwood, Teaneck, North Bergen, and Tinton Falls, with her primary hospital affiliation at Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center. She focuses on treating patients with high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies, as well as conditions affecting trunk control and mobility. Her approach to care includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients regain function and independence. Patients consistently rate Dr. Akhtar highly for …her care, giving her an average rating of 5.0.