About
Dr. Eda Akyar brings an unusually broad academic foundation to her clinical work. She earned a BS in Biological Sciences from Carnegie Mellon University, a medical degree from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine with Research and Global Health Honors, and a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases from Yale University. She completed her Family Medicine residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital - Columbia University, then pursued a Primary Care Sports Medicine fellowship at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush.
During her fellowship, Dr. Akyar worked with the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Joffrey Ballet, and DePaul University Athletics. Her clinical interests center on sports medicine and women's health, and she champions movement as medicine. In medical school, she received the Susan Hou Humanitarian Award for community contributions. After her undergraduate studies, she served as a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant in Indonesia. She lives in Streeterville and enjoys exploring Chicago's neighborhoods and traveling.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Carnegie Mellon University, BS in Biological Sciences
Medical School
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, MD
Residency
New York Presbyterian Hospital - Columbia University, Family Medicine
Fellowship
Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, Primary Care Sports Medicine
Additional Training
Yale University, MPH in Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Akyar right for?
Dr. Akyar is a strong fit for active adults and athletes managing musculoskeletal injuries or performance goals. Women navigating hormonal health or menopause-related concerns benefit from her focused expertise. Patients who want preventive care grounded in movement and lifestyle will connect with her philosophy. Her sports medicine fellowship prepared her to treat a wide range of athletic and recreational injuries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Akyar practices family medicine, preventive medicine, and sports medicine. She completed a Primary Care Sports Medicine fellowship at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush after her family medicine residency. Her clinical focus includes musculoskeletal care, injury prevention, and women's health.
Dr. Akyar completed her Primary Care Sports Medicine fellowship at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush. During the fellowship, she worked with the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Joffrey Ballet, and DePaul University Athletics. That experience gave her broad exposure to elite and recreational athletes alike.
Yes, women's health is one of Dr. Akyar's primary clinical interests. She addresses concerns spanning preventive care, hormonal health, and musculoskeletal conditions that disproportionately affect women. Patients seeking a physician who integrates fitness and lifestyle into women's care will find her approach well-suited to those goals.
Dr. Akyar holds a BS from Carnegie Mellon University, an MD from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, and an MPH in Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases from Yale University. She graduated from Loyola with Research and Global Health Honors. That academic foundation informs her evidence-based, prevention-first approach to patient care.
Yes, Dr. Akyar worked with the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Joffrey Ballet, and DePaul University Athletics during her fellowship at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush. That experience sharpened her skills in managing high-performance athletes and performing arts medicine.
Dr. Akyar champions movement as medicine. She integrates physical activity and lifestyle into her clinical recommendations for all patients. Her background in sports medicine, epidemiology, and family medicine allows her to address health holistically, from injury recovery to long-term disease prevention.
Dr. Akyar completed her Family Medicine residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital - Columbia University. After residency, she pursued her sports medicine fellowship at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush in Chicago.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026