Dr. Matheena Akhtar, MD

Dr. Matheena Akhtar, MD

Pediatrician
2100 Glenwood Ave, Joliet, IL
Good health is a lifelong pursuit and health in later life is often predicated by behavior and interventions earlier in life. Preventive care in children is an opportunity, even an obligation, to address problems early in a person's life.This is not only to ward off a later condition, but to give children the best chance for a fully productive life. Languages English Urdu Hindi Clinical Interests General pediatrics, Preventive and developmental, asthma and allergies Personal Interests Read, Cook and Enjoy nature. Memberships American Academy of Pediatrics
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About Dr. Matheena Akhtar

Good health is a lifelong pursuit and health in later life is often predicated by behavior and interventions earlier in life. Preventive care in children is an opportunity, even an obligation, to address problems early in a person's life.This is not only to ward off a later condition, but to give children the best chance for a fully productive life. Languages English Urdu Hindi Clinical Interests General pediatrics, Preventive and developmental, asthma and allergies Personal Interests Read, Cook and Enjoy nature. Memberships American Academy of Pediatrics

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Popular visit reasons

Allergy Consultation
Annual Physical
Gluten Sensitivity
Illness
Iron Deficiency
Menstrual Cramp(s)
Pediatric Consultation
Sleep Problems
Allergy Consultation
Annual Physical
Gluten Sensitivity
Illness

Office locations

Glenwood Ave. (Pediatrics) (1 of 2)
2100 Glenwood Ave, Joliet, IL 60435
Silver Cross Blvd. (Pediatrics) (2 of 2)
1870 Silver Cross Blvd, Pavilion B, Ste 240, New Lenox, IL 60451
1 of 2

Education and background

Practice names

Hospital affiliations

  • Silver Cross Hospital

Board certifications

  • American Board of Pediatrics

Education and training

  • Medical School - Osmania Medical College, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
  • Columbus Hospital Chicago, Residency in Pediatrics

Professional memberships

  • The American Academy of Pediatrics

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Urdu
  • Hindi

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1447296991

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4.83
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Dr. Matheena Akhtar has 2 office locations, including in Joliet and New Lenox, view full addresses on Dr. Akhtar's profile.

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Dr. Matheena Akhtar is certified by American Board of Pediatrics.

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Dr. Matheena Akhtar frequently sees patients for Allergy Consultation, Annual Physical, Illness, Pediatric Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Matheena Akhtar on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Matheena Akhtar speak?

Dr. Matheena Akhtar speaks English, Urdu, and Hindi.

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