Summary

Dr. Sana Akbar is a board-certified internal medicine physician who specializes in nephrology, focusing on comprehensive kidney care. She earned her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in Dominica and completed both her residency and fellowship training at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, finishing her nephrology fellowship in 2011. With two decades of medical experience, Dr. Akbar holds certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She is fluent in both English and Urdu, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Akbar practices at St. Luke's Nephrology Associates with locations in Bethlehem and Allentown, Pennsylvania, and maintains affiliations with Mon Health Medical Center. She treats patients with various stages of chronic kidney disease, including advanced stage 5 kidney disease. Her expertise includes performing specialized procedures such as automated peritoneal dialysis, continuous renal replacement therapy, and peritoneal dialysis to help patients manage their kidney conditions effectively. Patients have given Dr. Akbar an average rating of 2.6 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

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

Office Locations

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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Bethlehem , PAPhiladelphia , PAWarren , NJElizabethtown , PA
Med School: Ross University School of Medicine-Dominica Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Guangdong Pharmaceutical University Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by 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

Sana R Akbar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

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

Sana R Akbar holds an active medical license in the states of New Jersey and Pennsylvania. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027 and an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in 2011.

Residency

Completed their residency at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in 2009.

Medical School

Graduated from Ross University School of Medicine-Dominica in 2006.

NPI Number

Sana R Akbar's NPI number is 1245474303.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Sana Akbar affiliated with?
Sana Akbar is affiliated with Mon Health Medical Center.
Does Sana Akbar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Sana Akbar accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Sana Akbar's office located?
Sana Akbar's office is located at 834 Eaton Ave Ste 301, Bethlehem, PA, 18018.
How can I make an appointment with Sana Akbar?
You can find contact information for Sana Akbar here on Vitals.
Does Sana Akbar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Sana Akbar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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