Dr. Yasmin Akhtar M.D.
Family Practitioner | Adult Medicine
202 Ne 19th Dr Okeechobee FL, 34972About
Dr. Yasmin Akhtar is a family practitioner practicing in Okeechobee, FL. Dr. Akhtar specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Akhtar possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan MD
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Chronic Pain
- Anemia
- High Cholesterol
- Obesity
- Stroke
- Gastritis
- Pain
- Insomnia
- Vascular Disease
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