Dr. Akbar Rizvi MD
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
4201 Medical Center Dr Suite 180 Mckinney TX, 75069About
Dr. Akbar Rizvi is board certified in medical oncology and hematology.
Education and Training
Dow International Medical College, Dow University Of Health Sciences
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Medical Oncology
Provider Details
Fellowships
- Hematology/Oncology - University of Mississippi, Jackson, MS
- hematology and oncology - University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MI
- University of Mississippi Medical Center-HEM
Experience & Accolades
- MemberVA Medical Center Jackson, Jackson, MS
- Member Cancer Center Associates, Dallas, TX
- Member Medical Center of McKinney, McKinney, TX
- Member Dallas Regional Medical Center, Mesquite, TX
- Member Centennial Medical Center, Frisco, TX
- Member Presbyterian Hospital of Allen, Allen, TX
- Member Presbyterian Hospital of Plano, Plano, TX
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