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Summary
Dr. Zeeshan Akhtar is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in treating conditions affecting bones, joints, and muscles. He completed his residency at the University of Kentucky Department of Orthopaedic Surgery in 2024 and furthered his training with a fellowship at the University of Virginia Department of Orthopaedic Surgery in 2025. Dr. Akhtar speaks English and brings specialized knowledge in orthopedic care to his practice.
Dr. Akhtar is affiliated with University of Kentucky Albert B Chandler Medical Center and University of Virginia Children's Hospital, with his practice located in Metairie, Louisiana. He focuses on treating joint pain, including knee and hip discomfort. His approach to care includes physical therapy and strength training to help patients regain mobility and function. He also utilizes nerve stimulation techniques to provide pain relief for his patients.
Dr. Akhtar is affiliated with University of Kentucky Albert B Chandler Medical Center and University of Virginia Children's Hospital, with his practice located in Metairie, Louisiana. He focuses on treating joint pain, including knee and hip discomfort. His approach to care includes physical therapy and strength training to help patients regain mobility and function. He also utilizes nerve stimulation techniques to provide pain relief for his patients.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 7 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University of Virginia Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Zeeshan M Akhtar, MD | Dr. John G. Burvant, MD | Dr. Joseph L. Finstein, MD | JR Charles G. Haddad, Jr., MD |
| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 38 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience | 27 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish |
| METAIRIE , LA | Metairie , LA | Metairie , LA | Metairie , LA |
| Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine | Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine | |
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Medical Specialties
Zeeshan M Akhtar has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Zeeshan M Akhtar has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
Zeeshan M Akhtar holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Virginia that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at University of Virginia Department of Orthopaedic Surgery in 2025.
Residency
Completed their residency at University of Kentucky Department of Orthopaedic Surgery in 2024.
NPI Number
Zeeshan M Akhtar's NPI number is 1871055673.
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