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Dr. Omar Akhtar, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*MaleAge 50

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. Omar Akhtar, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Cedar Rapids, IA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 2003. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. David's Medical Center and Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. Omar Akhtar, MD

Practice

202 10th St SE Ste 370STE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

Make an Appointment

(319) 398-1545

Accepting new patients

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Akhtar is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids Cedar Rapids, a highly rated hospital.

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  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
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Dr. Akhtar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Akhtar

4.5

42 ratings, 24 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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LK Duhon, Austin, TX – Mar 12, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Janice Lincoln - Husband Ross Lincoln was Dr. Akht – Mar 01, 2024
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Aug 25, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Maggie – Aug 21, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Martin – Aug 04, 2021
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Geri C – May 24, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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George Franklin – Nov 12, 2020
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Lisa Williams – May 05, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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George Lee – Feb 10, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Denise Strong – Nov 08, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Shirley Farkas in pflugerville, TX – Feb 18, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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West Point, TX – Feb 09, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Kathy Ford in Leander, TX – Dec 04, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Catherine in San Saba, Tx – Oct 21, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Debbie S. in Austin, TX – Jun 01, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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M. Jones in Austin, TX – Apr 14, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Connie Watson in La Grange, TX – Feb 01, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Corinne Davenport in Lometa,TX – Nov 09, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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Joe M. in Austin, TX – Jul 15, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Erma Shung in Round Rock, TX – Jun 15, 2016
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About Me

Care Philosophy

I am an experienced, caring and trustworthy specialist in the evaluation and treatment of muscle, joint, and bone problems. My focus and goal is to help...Read more

Biography

Dr. Akhtar has over 12 years of experience with the evaluation and treatment of muscle, bone, and joint disorders. His focus and goal is to help you find...Read more

Specialties*

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics
  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery

University of Pennsylvania

Fellowship Hospital, 2009

MICHIGAN STATE University

Residency Hospital, 2008

MICHIGAN STATE University

Internship Hospital, 2004

Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

Medical School, 2003

University of Pennsylvania

1997

Rutgers University

Undergraduate School, 1996

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    What is Dr. Omar Akhtar, MD's office address?

    Dr. Akhtar's office is located at 202 10th St SE Ste 370STE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

    Locations

    Practice

    Omar H Akhtar MD202 10th St SE Ste 370STE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids

    701 10th St SE
    Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

    St. David's Medical Center

    919 E 32nd St
    Austin, TX 78705
    Recipient of 66
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

    UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's Hospital

    1026 A Ave NE
    Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
    Recipient of 18
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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