Overview
Amaka Akalonu is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Richmond, Texas.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Eosinophilic Enteropathy, Lactose Intolerance, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Acrodysostosis.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Akalonu is currently accepting new patients.
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Amaka A. Akalonu
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Amaka A. Akalonu?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Amaka A. Akalonu by calling their office at 832-553-0700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Amaka A. Akalonu a top-rated expert for Eosinophilic Enteropathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Amaka A. Akalonu is classified as an Experienced expert for Eosinophilic Enteropathy, 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. Amaka A. Akalonu specialize in?
While Dr. Amaka A. Akalonu is a Pediatric Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Eosinophilic Enteropathy, Lactose Intolerance, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Amaka A. Akalonu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Amaka A. Akalonu has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Eosinophilic Enteropathy. You can view a list of Dr. Amaka A. Akalonu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Amaka A. Akalonu accept my insurance?
Dr. Amaka A. Akalonu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 832-553-0700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- AcrodysostosisDr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Acrodysostosis.
- Acrofacial Dysostosis Nager TypeDr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Acrofacial Dysostosis Nager Type.
- Acrofacial Dysostosis Weyers TypeDr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Acrofacial Dysostosis Weyers Type.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Cardiofaciocutaneous SyndromeDr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Cardiofaciocutaneous Syndrome.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- EncopresisDr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Eosinophilic EnteropathyDr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Enteropathy.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Familial Short Stature (FSS)Dr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Familial Short Stature (FSS).
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- GastroparesisDr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- HeartburnDr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Heartburn.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS)Dr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS).
- Koolen De Vries SyndromeDr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Koolen De Vries Syndrome.
- Lactose IntoleranceDr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Lactose Intolerance.
- MalnutritionDr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- RASopathiesDr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about RASopathies.
- Short Stature (Growth Disorders)Dr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Short Stature (Growth Disorders).
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Akalonu isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.