Miss Shahnaz Akbar
Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
Harpenden, AL5 4BP
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40 years of experience
Verified profile
40 years of experience
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04 Jun 2022
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Miss Shahnaz Akbar
is a Consultant specialising in Gynaecology, Obstetrics and Reproductive Medicine
Surgery. She provides a patient-centred and holistic approach for her patients
to help them feel comfortable in a professional environment. She always takes
into consideration the needs of her patients and uses this to provide
patient-tailored treatments.
She has specialist
interests in the following areas:
· Fertility treatments (IUI. IVF.ICSI,IMSI, FET /Frozen embryo transfer/ Egg donation/
Sperm donation/ Micro-TESE, PESA/cycle tracking &monitoring/Ovulation
Induction/ HyCosy & HSG for fallopian tubal check /supporting couples who are having fertility treatments abroad by
offering ultrasound scanning, prescriptions / medications etc.).
· Male and female infertility/ Premature ovarian insufficiency.
· Treating /supporting same sex couples.
· Fibroids with advanced management / complex myomectomy / resection of fibroids by Hysteroscopy/Myosure/TCRF.
· Hysterectomy.
· Laparoscopic (key-hole) Surgery / Hysteroscopy
· Managing ovarian cyst / laparoscopic surgery.
· PCOS- medical/ surgical management.
· Endometriosis -medical/ surgical management.
· Menstrual irregularities / Painful periods / Heavy periods/ Endometrial
Ablation-NovaSure.
· Adolescent gynaecology.
· Perimenopause / Menopause.
· Hormone Replacement therapy (HRT) / Bio identical HRT.
· Well women check-ups.
· Contraception advice / insertion & removal of contraceptive implants, IUCD/IUS
· Early pregnancy scans/ early pregnancy complications/ Recurrent
Miscarriages/Ectopic pregnancy.
· Ultrasound-reassurance pregnancy scans / pelvic ultrasound scans.
· Harmony Test / NIPT.
· Smear Test.
. Removal of endometrial polyps.
· Pregnancy Symptoms
· Early Pregnancy.
· Psychosexual problems / management.
Miss Akbar currently practices at OSD Healthcare (Hemel Hampsted), Spire Halthcare (Harpenden ), Ramsay West Valley Hospital (Croydon), Cobham Clinic Luton & Dunstable Hospital (Luton), Harley Street consulting rooms (Bedford), including remote / video consultations.
Miss Akbar qualified in 1984 from the University of Karachi in Pakistan, before undertaking her medical training in London. She trained in several teaching hospitals in London including Guy's and St Thomas', King's College, St Georges and Bart's and the
London Hospital. Alongside her training, she completed an MSc in Ultrasound
Scanning at London Southbank University, as well counselling qualifications.
She was first appointed as a Consultant at King's College London (gynaecology and IVF/Fertility) and then moved to the Luton and Dunstable Hospital where currently works , at Luton & Dunstable hospital Miss Akbar developed and esatblised a brand new IVF / Fertility centre.Furthermore, she is dedicated
to providing teaching and training to other Gynaecologists. She possess skills and qualifications in medical education.She is a Royal
College tutor in the Advanced Training Skills Module in Subfertility and Reproductive
Endocrinology , Gynaecological ultrasound scanning and is also actively involved in research.
Her interests include Infertility,fibroids, PCOS, early pregnancy, menopause, laparoscopy, ultrasound scanning, endometriosis, recurrent miscarriages
and adolescent gynaecology.
Miss Akbar also provides, NIPT /Harmony testduring pregnancy, as well as resurrance ultrasound scanning during pregnancy.
Areas of expertise
Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals
- Fibroids (7%)
- Ovarian Cysts (7%)
- Endometriosis (6%)
- Heavy Periods (Menorrhagia) (6%)
- Hysteroscopy (5%)
- Others (68%)
Subspecialties
- Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
- Gynaecological Oncology
- Psychosexual Medicine
- Reproductive Medicine
All conditions and treatments
- Vaginal Warts
- Vulvodynia
- Vaginal Infection
- Vaginal Atrophy
- Uterine, Vaginal and Vulvar Disorders
- Subfertility
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
- Premature Ovarian Failure or Insufficiency
- Premature Menopause
- Pre-Menstrual Syndrome (PMS)
- Cancer Prevention and Screening
- Emergency Contraception
- Video Consultation
- Well Woman Check
- Vaginal Wall Repair
- Tubal Surgery
- Uterine Polyps
- Uterine Artery Embolisation (UAE)
- Tubal Ligation
- Smear Test
Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 4676447
Qualifications
MBBS Dow Medical University 1984
MRCPI Royal College of Physicians Ireland 1995
MRCOG Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists London UK 2000
MSc London South Bank University London UK 2003
FRCOG Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists London UK 2012
PgCert Medical Education Hatfield University UK 2015
languages spoken
- English
- Arabic
- Bengali
- bihari
- Hindi
consultation fees
- New appointment: £250
- Follow-up appointment: £180
insurers
- General Medical
- health-on-line
- Bupa Fee Assured
- April
- Groupama
- Simply Health
- Healix
- Saga Insurance
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- Four Points Assistance
- Bupa
- CS Healthcare
- WPA
- Legal & General
- The Exeter
- Freedom Healthcare
- Cigna
- Norwich Union
- Aviva Health
- Aetna
- Vitality Health
- AXA PPP Healthcare
- The PHC
- Benenden
Location
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Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, United Kingdom, AL5 4BP
Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, United Kingdom, AL5 4BP
(3469)
Boundary Way, Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom, HP2 7YU
Boundary Way, Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom, HP2 7YU
(44)
Level 9 Interchange, 81 - 85 Station Road, Croydon, United Kingdom, CR0 2RD
Level 9 Interchange, 81 - 85 Station Road, Croydon, United Kingdom, CR0 2RD
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The Meiklejohn Centre, 5 Kingswood Way, Bedford, United Kingdom, MK40 4GH
The Meiklejohn Centre, 5 Kingswood Way, Bedford, United Kingdom, MK40 4GH
(170)
Lewsey Road, Luton, United Kingdom, LU4 0DZ
Lewsey Road, Luton, United Kingdom, LU4 0DZ
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Lewsey Road, Luton, United Kingdom, LU4 0DZ
Lewsey Road, Luton, United Kingdom, LU4 0DZ
Video consultation
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Online, Video Consultation, United Kingdom, W1
Online, Video Consultation, United Kingdom, W1
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*Star rating based on patient reviews
176 reviews
5
I felt listen to and understood. She was very kind and lovley.
5
Miss Akbar was the first doctor that I felt really listened to the problems my husband and I had been having to conceive. She was empathetic, knowledgable and always there via her secretary when we had questions outside of appointments. I liked her approach to our treatment plan, gradually increasing the support until eventually we successfully conceived.
2
Haven't been taken full investigation. Still in pain and prescribed medication are not helping to solve my health problem. Diagnosis been made observed visually
4.5
Made me feel very comfortable given what I was having to talk about. Didn't quite hear on a few things, but they were repeated.
5
As per my previous comments. Miss Akbar was amazing. Very kind and reassuring.
5
Very kind and open Very informative Very quick responses Accessible
Thank you very much indeed for your kind words,this is highly appreciated S Akbar FRCOG
11 Apr 20245
A very professional, friendly and knowledgable doctor who dealt with my situation fantastically! Would recommend Dr Akbar to anyone and very happy with the care I received.
Thank you very much indeed for your kind words,this is highly appreciated S Akbar FRCOG
11 Apr 20245
I honestly, could not recommend Miss Shahnaz Akbar enough. After searching for such a long time to find a surgeon to perform a procedure I required, I can hand on my heart say that she is everything I could have asked for and more. I was treated like one of her family and her abilities are second to none. An absolutely incredible Doctor who I would highly recommend to anyone and everyone.
Thank you very much indeed for your kind words,this is highly appreciated S Akbar FRCOG
11 Apr 20245
Dr Akbar was a really amazing doctor, she explained everything as many times as I needed and was really comforting and caring; there is nothing bad I could say she was amazing and made a quite difficult experience a really lovely one.
Thank you very much indeed for your kind words,this is highly appreciated S Akbar FRCOG
11 Apr 20245
I found my experience with Miss Akbar to be extremely comforting and positive. Her bedside manner is the best I’ve ever experienced, really caring and at the same time, extremely positive that she can help get to a solution to your problem. I felt confident that I was going to be taken care of. I’ve also had to contact her private assistant with additional questions and I’ve always heard back from Miss Akbar / her assistant within hours.
Thank you very much indeed for your kind words,this is highly appreciated S Akbar FRCOG
11 Apr 2024Endorsements
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3 endorsements
Shahnaz is a well respected, knowledgeable and experienced gynaecologist. She is a specialist in infertility and assisted conception. She is thorough, conscientious and comes highly recommended.
04 Jun 2022Mr David Ogutu
Obstetrics & GynaecologyMiss Akbar is a very skilled and accomplished Gynaecologist.She has a very gentle personality and is very comprehensive in her approach towards her clinical and managerial work. She’s set up innovative and efficient pathways in Gynaecology practice in the region, which has helped patients across Bedford and Hertfordshire.
04 Jun 2022Mr Shobhit Verma
Orthopaedic SurgeryMiss Akbar is an excellent gynaecologist. I have the pleasure of working with her on a regular basis and find her attitude and approach to be caring and compassionate towards her patients. She demonstrates a deep understanding of her specialty, and is a competent clinician. I would have no hesitation in recommending her to friends/family.
01 Mar 2022Mr Shashank Gurjar
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What are Miss Shahnaz Akbar's reviews like?
Miss Shahnaz Akbar's overall patient rating is 4.95 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 176 reviews
What languages does Miss Shahnaz Akbar speak?
Miss Shahnaz Akbar speaks English, Arabic, Bengali, Bihari, Hindi, Kashmiri, Kurdish, Pashto, Persian, Punjabi, Sindhi and Urdu
Where is Miss Shahnaz Akbar located?
Miss Shahnaz Akbar primarily practices at Spire Harpenden Hospital, located at Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, United Kingdom, AL5 4BP
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What are Miss Shahnaz Akbar working hours?
Miss Shahnaz Akbar is working Monday (18:00 - 20:30, 12:30 - 16:00), Tuesday (13:30 - 17:00, 08:00 - 12:30, 13:30 - 16:30), Wednesday (13:30 - 17:00, 17:00 - 21:00), Thursday (18:30 - 20:30), Friday (17:00 - 19:00, 12:00 - 16:00, 19:00 - 21:30), Saturday (08:30 - 14:00, 12:30 - 16:00, 08:00 - 21:30)
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