About Dr. Akhtar
Dr. Salman Akhtar is a board-certified Interventional Cardiologist who genuinely cares for his patients and helps them lead heart-healthy lives. His core philosophy is to empower his patients by helping them understand their diagnosis and treatment plan. He believes that doctor-patient interaction deserves ample time not only for a comprehesive medical exam and managing healthcare needs but also to answer the concerns of his patients.
Dr. Akhtar had the fortunate experience of being mentored by physicians that are considered leaders, especially in the field of cardiology. After graduating from Allama Iqbal Medical College, Lahore, Pakistan, he continued his education at centers of medical excellence. His residency in Internal Medicine was at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. He completed his three year Cardiology fellowship at University of Texas, Health Science Center in partnership with Texas Heart Institute in Houston. He then trained in the subspecialty, Interventional Cardiology at Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas.
Dr. Akhtar is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology. He is a Fellow of American College of Cardiology and a Fellow of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Intervention. In the rapidly advancing and evolving field of Interventional Cardiology he always stays abreast with cutting edge procedures, devices and drug therapy used in the treatment of heart disease.
While not at work, Dr. Akhtar enjoys spending time with his wife and their two daughters. He finds every opportunity to hit the road and travel - near and far. The other companion on these trips is his camera! Here are a few of his photos.