Summary

Dr. Shafqat Akhtar is an internal medicine physician who specializes in oncology, focusing on cancer care and treatment. He earned his medical degree from King Edward Medical University and completed his residency at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center. With 46 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Akhtar brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Akhtar practices at several locations including Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, El Camino Health Los Gatos Hospital, and Mercy Medical Center Redding across California. His expertise includes treating breast cancer and related conditions such as metastatic breast cancer. He performs diagnostic procedures like complete blood counts and specialized protein tests to help guide patient care. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his medical expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 46 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Shafqat Mahmud Akhtar has 4 locations

Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Orthopedics

401 Bicentennial WaySanta Rosa, CA 95403
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Mercy Medical Center Oncology Services

310 Hartnell Ave Ste ARedding, CA 96002
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

El Camino Health Los Gatos Hospital

815 Pollard RdLos Gatos, CA 95032

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3.8 
46 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Santa Rosa , CAUpland , CAScottsdale , AZBeverly Hills , CA
Med School: King Edward Medical University Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Shafqat Mahmud Akhtar

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Shafqat Mahmud Akhtar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Shafqat Mahmud Akhtar has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Clinical Research
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Epidemiology
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hodgkin's Lymphoma
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma
  • Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from King Edward Medical University in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Akhtar's NPI number is 1700960788.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Shafqat Akhtar speak?
Dr. Shafqat Akhtar speaks English.
Where is Dr. Shafqat Akhtar's office located?
Dr. Shafqat Akhtar's office is located at 401 Bicentennial Way, Santa Rosa, CA, 95403.
Does Dr. Shafqat Akhtar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Shafqat Akhtar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Shafqat Akhtar affiliated with?
Dr. Shafqat Akhtar is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, El Camino Health Los Gatos Hospital, and Mercy Medical Center Redding.
Does Dr. Shafqat Akhtar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Shafqat Akhtar accepts on their Vitals profile.

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