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Dr. Naheed Akhter, MD

Dr. Naheed Akhter, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Naheed Akhter, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Downers Grove, IL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PUNE / ARMED FORCES MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1973. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale and Edward Hospital-Main Campus. She is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 49 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (49 reviews)

Practice

4121 Fairview Ave Ste 201 Downers Grove, IL 60515

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Dr. Akhter's Reviews

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4.5
49 ratings, 25 with a written review
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excellent doctor
I have known Dr. Akhter for over 20 years and her expertise and experience is amazing especially during all my pregnancies. I am so happy to be a patient for so many years and will continue to always look forward to my annual visits with her.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 06, 2024
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An angle in disguise for me.
What an amazing doctor . She did my procedure when no other Dr listened to me after many years of treatments to many doctor and they didn’t know what was going on . and then I found Dr Akhter I went her the first time and she knew something was wrong with me and did the perfect job to make it resolve I really wish more Doctor will be like Dr Akhter . East and West Dr Akhter is the best . 10/10 recommendations. My procedure went smoothly she is angle in disguise for me
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 13, 2023
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Dr. Akhter is the one I trust
I have been a patient of this practice for over 25 years, but my recent postmenopausal issues have reconnected me with Dr. Akhter and she has been nothing but exceptional. Her thorough assessment of my condition, her candid advice and care made it easy for me to make a decision to proceed with robotic hysterectomy. Everything went very smooth and exactly as Dr. Akhter described it to me. I stayed in a hospital overnight, just as she strongly advised, and once the anesthesia worn off I was up and about the next day. I barely took any pain killers (OTC) and took it easy for 6 weeks, as prescribed. Thank you, Dr. Akhter, for always looking after my best interests and taking such a great care of me! I highly recommend Dr. Akhter - her experience and compassion are truly remarkable.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tatyana Anodenko – Jun 26, 2023
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Best one out there!
Dr. Akhter is the best OBGYN I have ever had. From general care to pregnancy and the delivery of my first baby. During my first pregnancy, she was always very informative and not only made sure that I was taken care of and felt good, but made sure to include my husband at every appointment and answer any questions he had. She is very thorough in her care and makes ensures that you know that she genuinely cares about you and your well being.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 30, 2023
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Exceptional Care
I have been a patient at this practice for 10 years. Dr. Akhter is one of the most knowledgeable and skilled physicians I have ever met. Her dedication, compassion, and expertise put her patients at ease. I had a recent high risk pregnancy and Dr. Akhter monitored my baby and I thoroughly, never missing a beat. There is nobody I would trust more to deliver my children! The office staff is friendly, welcoming, and accommodating. They always return phone calls and reply to messages in a timely matter. I would absolutely recommend this practice to anyone!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kathryn – Feb 02, 2023
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THE BEST DOCTOR!
Dr. Akhter is the BEST! She is patient, honest and sincere about the services she provides. She is diligent in sharing all information necessary for procedures and her best interest of patients well being. My experience with her has been top notch and I would highly recommend her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aisha – Nov 16, 2022
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UNBELIEVABLE
At nearly 70 years old, I have had numerous surgeries, but none equaled my most recent by Dr. Naheed Akhter. From the first visit till now...just one week post surgery. Dr. Akhter is AMAZING!!! She is Board Certified and performs ROBOTIC surgeries. Her office staff is polite, friendly and I never have to wait long. Dr. Akhter was very thorough about explaining EXACTLY how my surgery would be performed, the recovery, etc. She explained, pre-operatively, that my procecdure "could" be a challenging one. Not for her!! I came through with flying colors. Post op was absolutely not one bit difficult nor uncomfortable. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND DR. NAHEED AKHTER. You won't be disappointed!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Vicki Martinez – Sep 03, 2022
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Excellent doctor!
I have been going to Dr. Akhter for many years. I won't go to anyone else because she is the most compassionate, thorough, and knowledgeable Gynecologist out there. She has decades of experience in every issue imaginable, and gives you her undivided attention. Dr. Akhter also conducts a very complete yearly examination, and it is very reassuring to know that she doesn't miss a thing. Highly recommend!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lia Anna Andre – Apr 23, 2022
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I have been a patient of Dr. Akhter for nearly 30 years. She is and has always been very professional. I have never felt rushed during my visits. She has a vast knowledge of her field and presents information in an easily understandable manner. Additionally, her staff is friendly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Juliann Kramer – Feb 03, 2021
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I can't thank Dr. Akhter enough for delivering my little girls. She was attentive to my health concerns, caring, and supportive during all of my pregnancies. She preformed my c-sections and made sure I was healthy afterwards, mentally and physically. My husband and I are so happy with her, and recommend her to anyone looking for a compassionate and expert OBGYN.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Natalie S – Jan 30, 2021
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Dr. Akhter absolutely failed me as a first time mother who was in labor. She rushed me and kept threatening me with a c-section not even 2 hours into labor! She was not only lacking completely in any bedside manner, she was very unqualified as well. She only stayed with me for maybe 5 minutes and then said that if I don’t push then she will do a c section. It was the most horrible experience of my life. The amazing nurses were the ones to help me labor and deliver. She wasn’t even there until the very end and then she ended up causing me to get such deep stitches that I wasn’t even able to get out of bed for the next two months. Please do yourself a favor and find someone who actually cares.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jan 28, 2021
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Dr. Naheed Akhter is a blessing, an expert and her diagnosis has been so accurate that I never had to consider second-opinion. She pin-points the problem going on and exactly knows how to treat it. I always feel very lucky that I am in safe hands, and proud that I have a best gynecologist who is taking care of me and other patients in the area. She is extremely very knowledgeable, caring, kind, good-listener and always have an empathy for her patients. I would say she is one of the beautiful soul on the earth. I am her patient from last 8 years and never felt any in-different ever in any of the appointments; she still always devotes her time at every doctor appointment and never rushes.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ekta Sethi – Jan 09, 2021
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Dr Akhter is the best doctor god has gave magic in her hands may god give her long long life she is the bestdoctor
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Syeda Tabassum Ahmed – Dec 05, 2020
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Dr. discovered a lemon-size fibroid tumor in my uterus and that I needed to have a hysterectomy. I also was fortunate that Dr. Akhter has been doing this surgery robotically since 2008. I have been her patient for years and trusted her completely. She gave me a YouTube video link to watch a surgery with the physician narrating what he was doing. My husband and I watched it and became clearer with the process. Surgery was scheduled and Dr. was great about what to do and what to expect every step of the way. I stayed overnight in the hospital and mostly slept. When I got home I was surprised at how little pain I had. I took otc pain meds as needed; which was not much. I took it easy and rested for three days and needed the occasional ice pack over my belly. Now six weeks later I can say that this was a great experience and given the choice; the robotic hysterectomy is the way to go!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Geralynn – Jul 13, 2020
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She is the best! I highly recommend Dr Akhter! Give her a chance, you will not be disappointed.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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a very satisfied patient of over 30 years – Dec 17, 2019
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For many years I went to several different doctors to get help with my issues and to have a better quality of life. My first visit with Dr. Akhter I realized I finally found the doctor I had been looking for. She is compassionate and very knowledgeable. No nonsense and tells you like it is. She did the Da Vinci robotic assisted hysterectomy and my recovery has been great. I would highly recommend Dr. Akhter to any woman who has been searching for a doctor that cares. I am so happy my friend who has been going to Dr. Akhter for 20+ years recommended her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Therese Marus – Aug 16, 2019
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Dr is very cooperative and listens to patients problems , very much satisfied
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aisha Hasan – Jul 19, 2019
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I have been going to Dr. Akhter for over 20 years for annual exams. She is very professional and shows much concern for her patients. She also delivered 5 of my nieces and nephews!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 17, 2019
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I have been going to Dr. Akhter for many years. She has delivered three of my children. She is kind and compassionate but most importantly an amazing doctor. I trust her knowledge and expertise so much that I now have my daughter seeing her. I always feel that she has our best interest in mind and cares so much about our health and well being. She is truly amazing!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jenny McCann – Jul 17, 2019
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the most gentle doctor i know
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 12, 2019
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Dr. Naheed Akhter, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Downers Grove, IL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PUNE / ARMED FORCES MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1973. She is affiliated with medical facilities...read more
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • University Of Pune / Armed Forces Medical College

    Medical School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology®
Obstetrics & Gynecology
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Dr. Akhter is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

  • Honors in medical school: Sau Paravati Bai award

  • Chief resident OB/GYN program at Cook County Hospital

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Women OB/GYN Associates PC4121 Fairview Ave Ste 201 Downers Grove, IL 60515
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