Dr. Nilufa Akhter, MD
Internal Medicine•Female
Dr. Nilufa Akhter, MD is a Internal Medicine Specialist in Pontiac, MI. She is affiliated with medical facilities Ascension St. Mary's Hospital and Covenant Medical Center Harrison. She is accepting new patients and has indicated that she accepts telehealth appointments. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Akhter to book an appointment.
Dr. Nilufa Akhter, MD
Internal Medicine
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Oak Street Health Pontiac
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- Offers Telehealth • This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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- Low Wait Times • Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.
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Experience and Background Checks
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Dr. Akhter's conditions and procedures:
- Abdominal Pain
- Acne
- Acute Bronchitis
- Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Acute Pharyngitis
- Acute Sinusitis
- Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
- Adhesive Capsulitis
- Administrative Physical
- Advance Directive End of Life Planning
- All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Anemia
- Animal Allergies
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Asthma
- Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
- Ataxia
- Atherosclerosis
- Athlete's Foot
- Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
- Atrophic Vaginitis
- Back Pain
- Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
- Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
- Boil
- Bronchitis
- Bursitis
- Calcium Metabolism Disorders
- Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
- Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Celiac Disease
- Cellulitis
- Chest Pain
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Chronic Pain
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Confusion
- Constipation
- Contact Dermatitis
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Cough
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Dehydration
- Dermatitis
- Diabetes Counseling
- Diabetes Mellitus, Secondary
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
- Diabetic Foot Exam
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty With Walking
- Diverticulitis, Intestinal
- Diverticulosis, Intestinal
- Dizziness
- Dyslipidemia
- Dysphagia
- Ear Ache
- Earwax Buildup
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Emphysema
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Esophagitis
- Fever
- Fibromyalgia
- Fungal Nail Infection
- Gait Abnormality
- Ganglion Cyst
- Gastritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastroparesis
- Genital Herpes
- Geriatric Assessment
- Gout
- Hair Loss
- Hammer Toe
- Headache
- Heart Disease
- Heart Palpitations
- Hemorrhoids
- Herpes Simplex Infection
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperkalemia
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypertension
- Hypokalemia
- Hypotension
- Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
- Hypothyroidism
- Immunization
- Immunization Administration
- Influenza (Flu)
- Insomnia
- Intertrigo
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Itchy Skin
- Joint Pain
- Kidney Infection
- Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
- Leg and Foot Ulcers
- Limb Cramp
- Limb Pain
- Limb Swelling
- Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
- Lipid Disorders
- Liver Damage from Alcohol
- Low Back Pain
- Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
- Malaise and Fatigue
- Malnutrition
- Mastodynia
- Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
- Menstrual Disorders (incl. Dysmenorrhea)
- Migraine
- Mineral Metabolism Disorders
- Muscle Spasm
- Muscle Weakness
- Nail and Nail Bed Infection
- Nausea
- Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
- Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
- Obesity
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
- Osteoarthritis of Hands
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of Spine
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Otitis Media
- Outer Ear Infection
- Overweight
- Painful Urination (Dysuria)
- Pap Smear
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Perimenopause
- Pharyngitis
- Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
- Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
- Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
- Pollen Allergy
- Polyuria
- Postnasal Drip
- Prostatitis
- Proteinuria
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Rash
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Restless Leg Syndrome
- Ringworm
- Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
- Sarcoidosis
- Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
- Shingles
- Shortness of Breath
- Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
- Sinus Bradycardia
- Sinus Tachycardia
- Sinusitis
- Skin Ulcer
- Sleep Apnea
- Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
- Smoking Cessation Counseling
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Symptomatic Menopause
- Testicular Dysfunction
- Throat Pain
- Tinea Versicolor
- Tinnitus
- Tobacco Use Disorder
- Torticollis
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
- Tremor
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Stones
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Vaccination
- Vaginitis and-or Vaginosis
- Venous Insufficiency
- Vertigo
- Viral Infection
- Vitamin B Deficiency
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Warts
- Wellness Examination
- Wheezing
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Dr. Akhter accepts the following insurance:
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
- Cigna
- Cigna PPO
- Open Access Plus
- Medicaid
- Medicaid (21 and over)
- Medicaid (under 21)
- Medicare
About Me
Care Philosophy
Biography
Specialties
- Internal Medicine
- Family Medicine
- Geriatric Medicine
- Preventive Medicine
Board Certifications
- Family Practice
Education
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nilufa Akhter, MD?
Click here to schedule an appointment online. New patients can also call (877) 572-6414.
Does Dr. Nilufa Akhter, MD offer telehealth services?
Dr. Akhter has indicated that they offer telehealth. Contact the office to check for eligibility for your needs.
Is Dr. Nilufa Akhter, MD accepting new patients?
Dr. Nilufa Akhter, MD generally accepts new patients on Healthgrades. You can see Dr. Akhter's profile to make an appointment.
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What are Dr. Nilufa Akhter, MD's top areas of care?
Dr. Akhter frequently treats Shortness of Breath, Wheezing, and Overweight. See all procedures and conditions Dr. Akhter treats.
Where is Dr. Nilufa Akhter, MD's office located?
Dr. Akhter's office is located at 462 Telegraph Rd, Pontiac, MI 48341. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
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Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.66% Patient Experience Rating, 3% lower than the national average
74% Patient Experience Rating, 5% higher than the national average
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