Dr. Rizwan Akhtar, MD
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Dr. Rizwan Akhtar, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Rizwan Akhtar, MD is a nephrologist in Frankfort, KY. He is affiliated with Frankfort Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
Locations
Nephrology Associates of Kentuckiana
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- Area of Expertise • Dr. Akhtar specializes in the area of Nephrology. See board certifications
- Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital • Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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About Me
care philosophy
Provide the highest quality, most comprehensive and up-to-date care for patients with kidney disease in a courteous, respectful, and timely manner.biography
Dr. Akhtar graduated from the Allama Iqbal Medical College in 1986. And completed a residency at Meml Hospital Brown University. Dr. Akhtar works in Richmond, KY and 2 other locations and specializes in Nephrology.Nephrology
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Hospital Of St. Raphael Program Yale University
Fellowship HospitalMemorial Hospital Of Rhode Island
Residency HospitalAllama Iqbal Medical College
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Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 6
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
79%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home5% lower than the national average
72%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well4% lower than the national average