
Dr. Rasheed Akhtar M.D.
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
2545 S King Dr Chicago IL, 60616About
Dr. Rasheed Akhtar is a hematologist oncologist practicing in Chicago, IL. Dr. Akhtar specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of blood diseases such as anemia, hemophilia, sickle-cell disease, leukemia and lymphoma. Hematologist Oncologists are also trained in the study of cancer and its attack on other organs.
Education and Training
Osmania Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Vijayawada- Hyderabad- Ap- India 1978
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Medical Oncology
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