Maliha Akbar, MD

Family Medicine

Provider Groups

  • Mount Carmel Medical Group

  • Clinically Integrated Network

Primary Contact

614-627-1410
Appointments (Existing Patients Only)
Provider Groups
  • Mount Carmel Medical Group

  • Clinically Integrated Network

Primary Contact
614-627-1410

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Family Medicine

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Mount Carmel Medical Group North

237 W Schrock Rd
Ste B
Westerville , OH 43081

About

Dr. Akbar received her medical degree from Allama Iqbal Medical College (Pakistan) and then went on to complete her internship and residency at Carle Foundation Hospital. She is board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Her special interests include Adolescent Care, Chronic Disease Management, Diabetes, Men’s Health, Newborn & Pediatrics, Preventive Health, and Women’s Health

Education & Certifications

Education

Residency:
Carle Foundation Hospital

Medical School:
Allama Iqbal Medical College

Board Certifications

American Board of Family Medicine

Provider Groups

Mount Carmel Medical Group

Clinically Integrated Network

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.9 out of 5

(150 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

111 Reviews

09/17/2024

As previously stated, Dr. Akbar is wonderful!

09/16/2024

Dr. Akbar spent a lot of time with me and seemed to care about me!

05/09/2024

I am beyond impressed with Dr. Akbar.

04/15/2024

Excellent!!

04/09/2024

What else can you add to the best doctor in Columbus, Ohio

03/19/2024

All was very satisfactory

02/27/2024

She listens carefully to me and gives me the right answer to my question.

01/23/2024

Dr Akbar was thorough, caring and professional.

01/22/2024

Easy to understand and very kind!

01/16/2024

My last comments were intended for the doctors so please refer to that. But obviously to summarize, I could not be more impressed with two doctors than I am with Dr. Peerzade and Dr. Akbar. They are smart, intelligent, personable, caring, and kind. They both genuinely listen to the patient鈥檚 needs. They are top notch top quality professionals.

01/08/2024

I have been a patient with her for a long time.

12/28/2023

A very empathetic physician & pleasant

12/21/2023

i very much appreciated her listening to my situation with compassion and understanding

10/28/2023

Great

10/17/2023

She is caring and thorough. She is the reason I am still with Mt. Carmel West. Also, the people at St Anne's Hospital are wonderful.

10/10/2023

Very good

09/12/2023

Excellent.

08/25/2023

Very good doctor

08/16/2023

Very good experience as my Dr. listens and responds with her expertise.

08/03/2023

Very happy with my medical care!

08/01/2023

It took a long time to find a doctor who listens to me and understands and cares. Dr Akbar is one of my favorite people ever.

06/22/2023

Dr Akbar listened and understood what my issue was and took care of me!

06/17/2023

Very sensitive to my needs

06/13/2023

They all are taking good care of me

04/04/2023

I felt heard and comfortable

04/01/2023

Dr. Akbar is an excellent Dr.

03/24/2023

Dr. was excellent

03/16/2023

Dr. Akbar is very carin, friendly,, polite and a pleasure to talk to

02/11/2023

I frequently recommend Dr. Akbar to my friends. She is the most attentive primary care physician I have had in my 71 years. I am a retired nurse so expect a lot.

02/03/2023

Very good doctor been with her for a very long time...

01/20/2023

She is best provider because she give all answers which I ask n treat the patients nicely

12/23/2022

Dr. Akbar and her staff are fantastic. I'm so glad I found this doctor-- I had forgotten what it was like to get good care, with high standards.

12/15/2022

She actually listens and tries very hard to help within her sphere of care allowed. Much better than the specialists and home health that we have had after the hospitalizations .

12/15/2022

Dr Akbar goes above and beyond your primary care provider

10/25/2022

Superb staff of efficient and caring people.

04/28/2022

I love Miss Akbar, she is my preferred doctor, I wish wish to get call about my test result.

04/27/2022

It was good but I'm still waiting for answers about my test results

04/19/2022

All good!

04/19/2022

First visit with Dr Akbar as Dr Recker is no longer at the practice. Dr Akbar was very nice and through.

04/15/2022

I really like Dr. Akbar because she listens and discusses everything with me but never pushes for medication. She is understanding and supportive even to something minor. I am always comfortable with her.

04/07/2022

Pleasant and complete.

04/02/2022

She's the best physician I could ever ask for. Very patient and explains things to my understanding. Very concerned doctor.

03/29/2022

Excellent

03/18/2022

Dr. Akbar is GREAT!

03/09/2022

Love Dr Akbar enjoy my visit with her

03/02/2022

*Dr. Akbar is always caring about my concerns and always takes the time to explain and make suggestions.

02/20/2022

She is very helpful.

02/16/2022

It was a good visit.

02/09/2022

Great

02/03/2022

I was taken care of very well by my Doctor.

02/02/2022

Very good, personal concern, listens to healthcare questions very professional. Loved talking with someone who cares. Not just another (number) patient. THANKS.

01/27/2022

She was great

01/21/2022

Excellent, always listens to me and explains things in ways a non medical professional understands.

01/16/2022

Need to hire more MDs like *Dr. Akcar as she fills up quickly for appts., so I see others in the practice for acute illnesses.

01/12/2022

Was a good visit as usual

01/10/2022

Dr. Was Pleasant,Through, and Informative. Very helpful and forward-thinking. She gave me a prescription in case I got worse

12/30/2021

I love Dr. Akbar and she's been my general practitioner for many years. She always takes the time to listen, and I've always felt cared for. She understands my health needs and is always there for me.

12/23/2021

She very good still learning her patients

12/23/2021

Very thorough

12/22/2021

Dr. Akbar is the perfect physician for me. Always listens to my concerns. Discusses treatment options and makes decisions concerning my care jointly with me.

12/14/2021

Very good. She listens to me.

12/09/2021

Everything was good with my visit

11/22/2021

Dr. Akbar is the best. She always makes me feel very comfortable and she appears to always care and shows concern to whatever I go to see her about.

11/22/2021

This was just an annual 'check-in' visit. Dr. Akbar took time and answered ALL the questions I'd been saving up since last year and I left feeling informed. Dr. Akbar and Becky were very nice and the visit was pleasant. Thank you!

11/21/2021

She did great!

11/18/2021

Well taken care of.

11/17/2021

Physician is excellent

11/17/2021

She was excellent despite being behind she took all the time necessary to address my issues

10/08/2021

I love her , I'm bringing my kids from a different pediatric doc and dr akbar listens to me and is great with my kids

10/03/2021

Wonderful experience. Very helpful and friendly.

10/02/2021

This visit was a televisit

09/30/2021

It is always a great experience with my doctor.

09/17/2021

I had a good first experience.

09/11/2021

I absolutely love Dr. Akbar! She was so nice, and so friendly-- I appreciated her expertise and it was great to meet her. I will no longer dread going to the doctor :) and it is a relief to be in her care.

09/10/2021

Well pleased.

08/15/2021

Dr Akbar was very compassionate, thorough and attentive during my visit. Becky the medical assistant was wonderful. Thank you for listening.

07/20/2021

This office is very efficient and friendly. I always treated well and feel very comfortable there. Dr. Akbar always treats me with respect and takes great care In making sure we make decisions together.

06/21/2021

Office has not followed up on blood work results because I have not gotten the blood work completed yet.

06/18/2021

Dr. Akbar was very thorough and kind during my visit.

06/10/2021

Overall it was fine, but I feel like the Dr. could've asked me more questions about my anxiety issues. I feel like we would've come to a better conclusion.

06/09/2021

nurse Becki was amazing.

06/06/2021

Great

06/05/2021

Attentive and informative doctor

05/31/2021

My physician was very professional. she broke every steps down for me to understand.

05/29/2021

Dr. Akbar is a very kind, caring physician. Easy to discuss things with her. Listens to what you have to say and cares how you feel. Informs you of possible plans of care and lets you decide how you would like to proceed. Takes her time with you and never makes you feel unimportant and rush off to the next patient. Very pleased with her care.

05/19/2021

Only been there once very accommodating.

05/16/2021

all good

05/12/2021

Was extremely satisfied with the provided services and advice.

05/12/2021

Dr. Akbar is very good.

05/07/2021

Very good.

04/26/2021

I had some test done and discuss results in your portal. I wish someone call me to discuss my results. I still have questions. thank you

04/23/2021

Dr. Akbar is a very professional caring humble doctor that listens and always makes sure that every question is answered before you leave the office.

04/22/2021

I thought things went well for my first visit. Filled out paperwork and having my medical records sent over from my previous doctor which was the primary reason for this initial visit.

04/18/2021

The experience was fine, with no issues other than the appointment starting 15 minutes early.

04/16/2021

Very respectful and address my _____.

03/29/2021

Excellent.

03/25/2021

Was at ease and comfortable with my provider.

03/23/2021

Dr. Akbar is an exceptionally compassionate physician, and is very insightful.

03/19/2021

thank you Dr Akbar

03/19/2021

I'd prefer the doctor give option of keeping medical records in office, on paper. I'm slightly leery of electronic medical records. I wish patients had a realistic choice of how to maintain their own personal medical information.

03/08/2021

She was very kind and worked hard to get me the best possible outcome.

03/03/2021

Always acknowledges my concerns and takes the time to address them.

03/03/2021

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02/27/2021

It was Great as always!!

02/23/2021

went well

02/18/2021

It was all it could be. No concerns.

02/16/2021

My provider physician is always there for me and my health problem, she's the best.

02/15/2021

Awesome

01/29/2021

Dr Akbar is a very comfortable and compassionate doctor.

01/24/2021

concerned & caring as usually. Always on top of things & office staff on referring to appropriate tests.

01/14/2021

very good
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