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Dr. Jawed Akhtar, M.D
Internal Medicine - Nephrology
Medicare: Accepting Medicare Assignments
Practice Location: 400 Highland Ave, Lewistown, PA 17044
Phone: 717-363-9072    
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Mehmet C Harmanci, M.D.
Internal Medicine - Nephrology
Medicare: Not Enrolled in Medicare
Practice Location: 611 Electric Ave, Lewistown, PA 17044
Phone: 717-242-2714    Fax: 717-242-3020

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