Shalla Akbar, MBBS
Physician, Assistant Professor
Pathology
Conditions and expertise
- Pathology
Locations
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Academic information
Department: Pathology
About
- Gender
- Female
- Additional languages
- Urdu
Biography
I am a board-certified pathology physician at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I specialize in diagnosing and interpreting a wide range of diseases through the examination of tissue, cell, and body fluid samples, with expertise in both anatomic and clinical pathology as well as cytopathology.
My patients and clinical colleagues can rely on me for high quality, precise diagnostic insights and collaborative communication in every case. I work closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure that each diagnosis supports the most effective and personalized treatment plan for every patient.
In addition to my clinical responsibilities, I am passionate about advancing medical education and training. I serve as a clinical assistant professor of Pathology at The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
Conditions and expertise
- Pathology
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Cytopathology
- Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2021 - 6/30/2022 - Residency - Pathology, Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology
- University of South Alabama Medical Center, Mobile, AL, United States
7/3/2017 - 6/30/2021 - Master of Science (MS)
- Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH, United States
1/11/2016 - 1/20/2017 - Internship - Internal Medicine
- Benazir Bhutto Hospital, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
8/1/2009 - 7/1/2010 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Rawalpindi Medical University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
11/17/2003 - 5/26/2009
Certifications
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American Board of Pathology/Cytopathology
9/24/2022 -
American Board of Pathology/Anatomic & Clinical
10/22/2021
Consulting and Related Relationships
At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 11/3/2025, Dr. Akbar has reported no relationships with companies or entities.