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Dr. Furqan Akhtar, MD
Internal Medicine* Age 37
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Dr. Furqan Akhtar, MD is an Internist in Bossier City, LA.
Dr. Furqan Akhtar, MD
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Dr. Furqan Akhtar, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 37
Bossier City, LA
Accepting new patients
Dr. Furqan Akhtar, MD is an Internist in Bossier City, LA.

About

Dr. Akhtar graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston|University Of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Tx and completed a residency at LSH Health Sciences Center, Shreveport, LA Hematology Oncology. Dr. Furqan Akhtar, MD is an Internist in Bossier City, LA. Dr. Akhtar currently practices at CHRISTUS Cancer Center and is affiliated with CHRISTUS Shreveport-Bossier Health System and Natchitoches Regional Medical Center. Dr. Akhtar has experience treating conditions like Venous Embolism and Thrombosis among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Akhtar's office accepts new patients. Dr. Akhtar is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Dehydration
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Dehydration
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Tobacco Use Disorder
Nausea
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Leukocytopenia
Tonsillitis
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Constipation
Fever
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Joint Pain
Pharyngitis
Shortness of Breath
Abdominal Pain
Abnormal Thyroid
Acidosis
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Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Adult Failure to Thrive
Alkalosis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Atherosclerosis
Back Pain
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bird Flu
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Bladder Atony
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Bunion
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Coccygeal Pain
Cold Sore
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cystic Fibrosis
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Fibromyalgia
Foot Infection
Gait Abnormality
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Long COVID Disorder
Low Back Pain
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Mononucleosis
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Neurogenic Bladder
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pericardial Disease
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pneumonia
Polyneuropathy
Prostatitis
Radiculopathy
Rash
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Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Sarcoidosis
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Scrotal Pain
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
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Sickle Cell Disease
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Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Swine Flu
Symptomatic Menopause
Throat Pain
Thrush
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Thyroid Goiter
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
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Venous Compression
Vertigo
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Viral Hepatitis
Viral Infection
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Diabetes Counseling
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Immunization Administration
Smoking Cessation Counseling

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    Open Choice PPO
    Aetna HMO
    Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
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    Preferred Care PPO
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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
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    Open Access Plus
    Cigna HMO
  • Choice Plus POS
    Options PPO
    Navigate HMO
    Navigate Plus POS
  • BlueCard PPO

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Jan 22, 2026
In and out of office in a timely manner. Staff is friendly and efficient. Every department work together when coordinating treatment. Receptionist, lab technician, nurses and Dr.
— Jan 22, 2026
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Internal Medicine
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Does Dr. Akhtar communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Akhtar offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
21 users said yes.
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Does Dr. Akhtar offer an online patient portal?
37 users said yes.
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Does Dr. Akhtar have free onsite parking?
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Does Dr. Akhtar offer weekend visits?
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Furqan Akhtar, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Akhtar's profile.

Dr. Akhtar frequently treats the following conditions: Venous Embolism and Thrombosis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Furqan Akhtar, MD is affiliated with CHRISTUS Shreveport-Bossier Health System and Natchitoches Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Furqan Akhtar, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology.

Education
Medical Education
  • University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston|University Of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Tx
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Internship
  • Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - Shreveport, Internal Medicine
Internship
Residency Hospital
  • LSH Health Sciences Center, Shreveport, LA Hematology Oncology
Residency Hospital

Hospital Affiliations

  • CHRISTUS Shreveport-Bossier Health System

    1453 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport, LA

  • Natchitoches Regional Medical Center

    501 Keyser Ave, Natchitoches, LA

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