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Dr. Iqbal Akhter, MD

Rheumatology* Age 61
Dr. Iqbal Akhter, MD
2.2 (24 Ratings)

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Dr. Iqbal Akhter, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in Mount Vernon, IL.
Dr. Iqbal Akhter, MD
2.2 (24 Ratings)
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Dr. Iqbal Akhter, MD

Rheumatology* Age 61
Mount Vernon, IL
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Offers telehealth

Dr. Iqbal Akhter, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in Mount Vernon, IL.

About

Dr. Iqbal Akhter, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in Mount Vernon, IL. They graduated from Dow Medical College Karachi. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Breese, Clay County Hospital, Crossroads Community Hospital, Fairfield Memorial Hospital, Good Samaritan Regional Health Center, Hamilton Memorial Hospital, Herrin Hospital, Salem Township Hospital, SIH St. Joseph Memorial Hospital, SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Centralia and Washington County Hospital. Dr. Akhter has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Arthritis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Akhter received an average rating of 2.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 24 times. Their office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Akhter is board certified in Rheumatology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Arthritis
Joint Pain
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Arthritis
Gout
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Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Malaise and Fatigue
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Psoriatic Arthritis
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Arthritis of the Neck
Bursitis
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Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Dermatomyositis
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Fibromyalgia
Hammer Toe
Infective Arthritis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Limb Swelling
Muscle Weakness
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polymyositis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Raynaud's Disease
Sarcoidosis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spondylitis
Still's Disease
Systemic Sclerosis
Temporal Arteritis
Vasculitis
Bone Density Scan
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Osteoporosis Screening
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Steroid Injection
Ultrasound, Musculoskeletal

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Locations

  1. 1 Arthritis Clinic Ltd.
    1007 S 42nd St Bldg A, Mount Vernon, IL 62864

Patient Satisfaction

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2.2
Based on 24 Reviews
5 Stars (6)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (16)

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Mar 16, 2016
I was referred to him from my new Dr Kimberly Barnes-Reames from Salem, Il for possible Lupus. On first visit he said that I did not have Lupus but thought possible RA. Some blood work showed him that he was pretty sure it is RA. He started me first with Prednisone.Vitamin D also. for about 8 weeks. My last visit we are going to try Arava. But He talked to me about my dry eyes and mouth. A person just has to ask for an answer with initiative.We have not, because we ask not.
Dana Jones in Flora, IL — Mar 16, 2016
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Iqbal Akhter, MD is a rheumatology specialist in Mount Vernon, IL. He specializes in Rheumatology.
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Specialties*
Rheumatology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Dow Medical College Karachi
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Rheumatology
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Iqbal Akhter, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Akhter's profile.

Dr. Akhter frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Arthritis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Iqbal Akhter, MD is affiliated with HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Breese, Clay County Hospital, Crossroads Community Hospital, Fairfield Memorial Hospital, Good Samaritan Regional Health Center, Hamilton Memorial Hospital, Herrin Hospital, Salem Township Hospital, SIH St. Joseph Memorial Hospital, SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Centralia and Washington County Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Iqbal Akhter, MD holds board certification in Rheumatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Breese

    9515 Holy Cross Ln, Breese, IL

  • Clay County Hospital

    911 Stacey Burk Dr, Flora, IL

  • Crossroads Community Hospital

    8 Doctors Park Rd, Mount Vernon, IL

  • Fairfield Memorial Hospital

    303 NW 11th St, Fairfield, IL

  • Good Samaritan Regional Health Center

    1 Good Samaritan Way, Mount Vernon, IL

  • Hamilton Memorial Hospital

    611 S Marshall Ave, Mc Leansboro, IL

  • Herrin Hospital

    201 S 14th St, Herrin, IL

  • Salem Township Hospital

    1201 Ricker Rd, Salem, IL

  • SIH St. Joseph Memorial Hospital

    2 S Hospital Dr, Murphysboro, IL

  • SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Centralia

    400 N Pleasant Ave, Centralia, IL

  • Washington County Hospital

    705 S Grand St, Nashville, IL