Dr. Saadia R Akhtar MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2347 E Gala St Meridian ID, 83642About
Dr. Saadia Akhtar practices Pulmonology in Meridian, ID. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Akhtar manages patients who need life support and mechanical ventilation, and is specially trained in diseases and conditions of the chest, particularly pneumonia, asthma, tuberculosis, emphysema, and complicated chest infections.
Education and Training
University of Michigan Medical School 2003
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Critical Care Medicine
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