Summary

Dr. Akhtar graduated from the Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College in 1969. He works in Philadelphia, PA and 1 other location and specializes in Psychiatry. Dr. Akhtar is affiliated with Jefferson Methodist Hospital.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 57 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Umdnj
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Salman Akhtar has 2 locations

Jefferson Division Of Psychiatry And Human Behavior

833 Chestnut St Ste 210Philadelphia, PA 19107
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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57 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Philadelphia , PARockville , MDSan Francisco , CASan Francisco , CA
Med School: Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College Med School: Western University of Health Sciences Med School: UT Southwestern Medical Center Med School: Yale University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Salman Akhtar

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Salman Akhtar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Salman Akhtar has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Clinical Depression
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorder
  • Insomnia
  • Manic Depressive Disorder
  • Mental Illness
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorder
  • Psychoanalysis
  • Schizophrenia
  • Sleep Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

57 Years Experience

Dr. Salman Akhtar holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Umdnj.

Medical School

Graduated from Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College in 1969.

NPI Number

Dr. Akhtar's NPI number is 1548285091.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Salman Akhtar's office located?
Dr. Salman Akhtar's office is located at 833 Chestnut St Ste 210, Philadelphia, PA, 19107.
Which hospitals is Dr. Salman Akhtar affiliated with?
Dr. Salman Akhtar is affiliated with Jefferson Methodist Hospital.
Does Dr. Salman Akhtar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Salman Akhtar accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Salman Akhtar speak?
Dr. Salman Akhtar speaks English and Spanish.
Is Dr. Salman Akhtar accepting new patients?
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