Overview
Akhil Chawla is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 16 years.
Dr. Chawla is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma, Gallbladder Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.
Dr. Chawla is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Complex General Surgical Oncology (Certified). He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 54 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials.
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Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
3 Clinical Trials
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Endeavor Health Medical Group
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Akhil Chawla
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Akhil Chawla?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Akhil Chawla by calling their office at 866-587-4322. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Akhil Chawla a top-rated expert for Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Akhil Chawla is classified as an Distinguished expert for Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Akhil Chawla specialize in?
While Dr. Akhil Chawla is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma, Gallbladder Cancer, and Pancreatic Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Akhil Chawla participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Akhil Chawla has published 54 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma. You can view a list of Dr. Akhil Chawla's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Akhil Chawla accept my insurance?
Dr. Akhil Chawla accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 866-587-4322 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Chawla isDistinguished. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gallbladder CancerDr. Chawla isDistinguished. Learn about Gallbladder Cancer.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Chawla isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Advanced
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
- Colorectal CancerDr. Chawla isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Chawla isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Chawla isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- PancreatectomyDr. Chawla isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Chawla isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
- Experienced
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Chawla isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Chawla isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Breast CancerDr. Chawla isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Eccrine PorocarcinomaDr. Chawla isExperienced. Learn about Eccrine Porocarcinoma.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Chawla isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- Li-Fraumeni SyndromeDr. Chawla isExperienced. Learn about Li-Fraumeni Syndrome.