Dr. Hengameh Akhtar is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. She worked for 10 years in private practice in Fresno prior to joining Children’s. Dr. Akhtar is affiliated with several professional societies including the California Medical Association and she is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Dr. Akhtar received her medical degree from the University of Teheran in Iran. She completed an internship and residency in pediatrics and a fellowship in ambulatory care at St. Luke’s - Roosevelt Hospital Center in New York.

Active in the community, Dr. Akhtar serves on the Board of Directors for the Fresno Metro Ministry and is the founder and president of Minority Women Resource Center.

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