Dr. Durresamin M. Akhtar, MD
Pediatrician
300 Lake Dr E Chanhassen MN, 55317About
I have been practicing general pediatrics in the Twin Cities for more than 30 years. I enjoy seeing pediatric patients, from newborns to adolescents. I also enjoy seeing patients from different ethnic ...
Education and Training
Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan 1982
Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan 1981
University of Karachi, Sind Med College, Karachi, Pakistan
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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- Hawaii
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- Hiking, biking
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