Rizwan S. Akhtar, MD, PhD

Movement Disorders

https://www.nm.org/doctors/1770786865/Rizwan-Akhtar-MD, PhD

5.0 out of 5

376 verified ratings

Patient Reviews

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified patient experiences collected from independently administered surveys. The overall rating is an average of all responses to the survey questions listed below. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions.
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44 Scheduled Comments

Oct 18, 2024
Dr Akhtar is very professional and knowledgeable. He gave me his undivided attention completely. He made a lot of good points that made sense.
Scheduled for Aug 11, 2025
Oct 17, 2024
Excellent doctor and he takes the time to explain everything to the patient.
Scheduled for Aug 11, 2025
Oct 15, 2024
Excellent doctor
Scheduled for Aug 11, 2025
Oct 10, 2024
I have received thoughtful, knowledgeable, and thorough treatment from Dr. Akhtar.
Scheduled for Aug 11, 2025
Oct 10, 2024
1. The readiness of the doctor and his assistant to make a careful and complete diagnosis of the patient's ailments, monitoring of possible diseases of the nervous system. 2. Demonstrate good listening to the patient's concerns, present improvement routes and confirm understanding of the treatment 3. Resolve doubts and provide information to advance towards achieving better mental health and quality of life.
Scheduled for Aug 11, 2025
Oct 4, 2024
Explains very well
Scheduled for Aug 11, 2025
Oct 3, 2024
I love Dr. Akhtar! He’s an awesome doctor!! He cares about his patients and it’s important to him that they understand the importance of their health and care.
Scheduled for Jul 11, 2025
Sep 20, 2024
I admire and feel very comfortable with Dr. Akhtar. He is personable, knowledgeable, listens and addressed my concerns and made me feel at ease during my appointment. I also like that he is familiar and spoke highly of my primary care doctor whom I also admire (Dr. Stolar), in which I now feel confident in the care I’m receiving by them.
Scheduled for Jul 11, 2025
Aug 30, 2024
He is very smart, kind and thorough.
Scheduled for Jul 11, 2025
Aug 30, 2024
Dr. Akhtar, MD and PhD make him uniquely qualified to deal with the clinical aspects and aware of the research and treatment of canvas. I’ve never had a doctor that comes into the clinical visit already having having discussed treatment options with other physicians. He spends a lot of time, Explains decisions and treatment options, answers questions so patient can understand. He has great people skills. He really cares about the patients well-being.
Scheduled for Jul 11, 2025
Aug 10, 2024
Dr.was very understanding
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Aug 9, 2024
We sought northwestern because my husband was in need of a movement disorder neurologist for his Parkinson’s diagnosis so we were schedule with another provider for January of 2025 and was also put on a cancellation list and Dr Akhtar was on our radar because we had heard of his “kind bedside manner” and he and his team did not disappoint! They were very kind, attentive and through! My husband and I left with a sense of peace that we were in good hands! Shout out to our Niece [full name] who is a dietitian at Northwestern who always is up to helping us navigate the ins and outs of your wonderful facility!!
Scheduled for May 11, 2025
Aug 9, 2024
He is very brilliant and patient with his patients, listens to what the patient is going through thoroughly examine them. He answered all my questions and addressed all my concerns.
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Aug 6, 2024
He listens. He talks. He questions. He is caring and wants to help.
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Aug 2, 2024
Personable and knowledgeable, a confident expert in his field. Provided detailed explanations and options, while also answering questions straightforwardly.
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Jul 18, 2024
Friendly demeanor and doesn’t rush through appointments.
Scheduled for May 11, 2025
Jul 17, 2024
Amazing!!!!
Scheduled for May 11, 2025
Jul 10, 2024
He listens so well and offered good suggestions and ways to help.
Scheduled for May 11, 2025
Jun 28, 2024
Dr Rizwan Akhtar is absolutely awesome I learn so much from him and he really looks at me holistically and seems to genuinely care
Scheduled for May 11, 2025
Jun 28, 2024
Dr. Akhtar was attentive, thorough in explaining my diagnosis and next steps.
Scheduled for May 11, 2025
Jun 21, 2024
He care about your care. Takes time to explain things in simple understandable way. Extremely nice.
Scheduled for May 11, 2025
Jun 20, 2024
See sbove. His office staff is also great. Efficient and welcoming.
Scheduled for May 11, 2025
Jun 20, 2024
Very good looking
Scheduled for May 11, 2025
Jun 19, 2024
He's an intelligent caring man.
Scheduled for May 11, 2025
Jun 18, 2024
Very thorough and good communication skills.
Scheduled for Apr 11, 2025
Jun 13, 2024
Pleasant, smart and took his time. He throughly answered all of my questions. Had a positive attitude about Future improvements for PD drugs
Scheduled for Apr 11, 2025
Jun 13, 2024
Best Doctor visit I ever had. Explained everything, asked my opinion, took his time.
Scheduled for Apr 11, 2025
Jun 13, 2024
Dr. Akhtar has great substantive knowledge, is informed regarding the latest developments and is empathetic and is a great communicator.
Scheduled for Apr 11, 2025
Jun 6, 2024
Exceptional doctor
Scheduled for Apr 11, 2025
Jun 5, 2024
Dr. Akhtar is a brilliant physician who is current with research that applies to my case. He is totally present during our visits, He gives clear explanations, provides options when possible, and and asks good questions.
Scheduled for Apr 11, 2025