Summary

Dr. Sana Akbar specializes in internal medicine with advanced training in nephrology, focusing on kidney health and related conditions. She earned her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in Dominica and completed her residency at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in 2009, followed by a nephrology fellowship at the same institution in 2011. With two decades of medical experience, Dr. Akbar is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She is fluent in both Urdu and English.

Dr. Akbar practices at Mon Health Medical Center and sees patients at St. Luke's Nephrology Associates locations in Bethlehem and Allentown, Pennsylvania. She provides comprehensive care for patients with chronic kidney disease and various stages of kidney dysfunction. Her expertise includes advanced dialysis treatments such as automated peritoneal dialysis and continuous renal replacement therapy for patients requiring specialized kidney support. Patients rate Dr. Akbar 2.6 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.6
  • 20 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Urdu, English
  • Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Sana R Akbar has 2 locations

St. Luke's Nephrology Associates - Bethlehem

834 Eaton Ave Ste 301Bethlehem, PA 18018
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

St. Luke's Nephrology Associates - Allentown

1941 Hamilton St Ste 100Allentown, PA 18104
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks Urdu, English Speaks Spanish, Chinese, English Speaks English Speaks English
Bethlehem , PAWARREN , NJElizabethtown , PADu Bois , PA
Med School: Ross University School of Medicine-Dominica Med School: Guangdong Pharmaceutical University Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Ohio University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sana R Akbar

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Sana R Akbar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sana R Akbar has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Nephrology
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active
Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Newark Beth Israel Medical Center2011

Residency

Newark Beth Israel Medical Center2009

Medical School

Ross University School of Medicine-DominicaGraduated in 2006

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Which hospitals is Dr. Sana Akbar affiliated with?
Dr. Sana Akbar is affiliated with Mon Health Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Sana Akbar's office located?
Dr. Sana Akbar's office is located at 834 Eaton Ave Ste 301, Bethlehem, PA, 18018.
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