
Overview
Andrew Akman, MD, MBA a native of Washington, DC, currently practices at Suburban Hospital, Sibley Hospital, and Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Akman performs a variety of minimally invasive procedures. He has specific interest in complex IVC filter removals, interventional oncology, pulmonary embolism, and prostate artery embolization. Dr. Akman is an expert in complex IVC filter retrieval and IVC filter related complications. In addition to standard IVC filter retrievals, he removes devices that are severely tilted, embedded, or fractured, as well as those designated as permanent devices. He serves as an adviser to other physicians on complex techniques including laser sheath and forceps assisted retrieval. Within interventional oncology, Dr. Akman performs thermal ablation of lung, liver, and kidney tumors. He performs chemoembolization and radioembolization (Yttrium-90) on primary liver cancer and metastatic liver disease. Dr. Akman also performs prostate artery embolization, an emerging minimally invasive technique for treating urinary symptoms associated with prostate enlargement. Dr. Akman prides himself on building strong relationships with his patients and practicing patient-centered medicine. Videos Andrew Akman, M.D., Interventional Radiologist Recent News Articles and Media Coverage Honoring a Life By Helping Others, Johns Hopkins Medicine, (July 20, 2022).
Dr. Akman is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Ureterocele, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Liver Embolization.
Dr. Akman is board certified in American Board Of Radiology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Akman is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
8600 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda, MD 20814
Clinical Research
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Bradford Wood is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Wood is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Liver Cancer, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Liver Embolization, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Wood is currently accepting new patients.
Prostate Centers USA
Sandeep Bagla is an Interventional Radiologist and President of Prostate Centers USA. He has been practicing for nearly 20 years and his particular area of focus is using embolization to treat Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, which is also known as Enlarged Prostate. Dr. Bagla uses embolization to slow down blood flow to the prostate, which causes the prostate to shrink. He is board certified in Diagnostic Radiology and Interventional Radiology and licensed to treat patients in Virginia. Dr. Bagla has served as the Principal Investigator of numerous clinical trials and continues to improve novel methods to treat BPH and related conditions.Sandeep Bagla graduated with Honors from St. Georges University School of Medicine in 2002 before completing his residency at Albany Medical Center in NY in Diagnostic Radiology, including being selected as Chief Resident.Dr. Bagla completed subspecialty training in Vascular & Interventional Radiology at George Washington University in 2008 and completed his Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) in Vascular & Interventional Radiology. Dr. Bagla is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Osteoarthritis, Arthritis, Prostatic Artery Embolization, and Aquablation.
Johns Hopkins University
Dr. Clifford Weiss is a Professor of Radiology and Radiological Science. He also holds appointments in Surgery and Biomedical Engineering. Additionally, he serves as Medical Director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Bioengineering Innovation and Design (CBID), the Director of the Johns Hopkins HHT Center of Excellence as well as Director of the Johns Hopkins Vascular Anomalies Center. Dr. Weiss' clinical focus lies in vascular and interventional radiology with a particular focus on the diagnosis and treatment of vascular malformations. This includes venous and lymphatic malformations, arteriovenous malformations, pulmonary arteriovenous malformations and Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT) and varicoceles. Dr. Weiss also is a pioneer in the use of MRI for interventional guidance (iMRI), especially for the treatment of vascular malformations. Dr. Weiss' research focuses primarily on the preclinical and clinical development of Bariatric Embolization, a new endovascular procedure designed to help fight obesity, and on the development of new embolic therapies and devices. Dr. Weiss is the Deputy Editor of Interventional Content for the journal Radiology. Dr. Weiss received his B.A. from Dartmouth College in 1995, his M.D. from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 2001. He completed an internship in internal medicine on the Osler Service in 2002, his residency in Diagnostic Radiology in 2007, and a Fellowship in Vascular and Interventional radiology in 2008, all at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. He is a Fellow both of the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) and of Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society of Europe (CIRSE). Dr. Weiss is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM), Pulmonary Arteriovenous Fistula, Arteriovenous Malformation, Liver Embolization, and Embolectomy. Dr. Weiss is board certified in American Board Of Radiology. Dr. Weiss is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Andrew S. Akman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew S. Akman?
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Is Dr. Andrew S. Akman a top-rated expert for Ascites?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Andrew S. Akman is classified as an Distinguished expert for Ascites, 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. Andrew S. Akman specialize in?
While Dr. Andrew S. Akman is a Interventional Radiology, they have specific expertise in Ascites, Ureterocele, and Familial Pancreatic Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Interventional Radiology.
Does Dr. Andrew S. Akman participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Andrew S. Akman has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ascites. You can view a list of Dr. Andrew S. Akman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Andrew S. Akman accept my insurance?
Dr. Andrew S. Akman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and CareFirst. We recommend calling the office directly at 301-896-3202 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- AscitesDr. Akman isDistinguished. Learn about Ascites.
- Advanced
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Akman isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Akman isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Lung CancerDr. Akman isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Muscle Invasive Bladder CancerDr. Akman isAdvanced. Learn about Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.
- PleurisyDr. Akman isAdvanced. Learn about Pleurisy.
- Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)Dr. Akman isAdvanced. Learn about Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).
- UreteroceleDr. Akman isAdvanced. Learn about Ureterocele.
- Urothelial CancerDr. Akman isAdvanced. Learn about Urothelial Cancer.
- Experienced
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Ampullary CancerDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Anal CancerDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Bladder CancerDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Cancer.
- Bone GraftDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Bone Graft.
- Bone Marrow AspirationDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Bone Marrow Aspiration.
- Breast CancerDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- CholestasisDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chylous AscitesDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Chylous Ascites.
- CirrhosisDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Deep Vein ThrombosisDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Deep Vein Thrombosis.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Endometrial CancerDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Endometrial Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Febrile NeutropeniaDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Febrile Neutropenia.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gallbladder CancerDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gastric LymphomaDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Lymphoma.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- GastrostomyDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Inflammatory Breast CancerDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Inflammatory Breast Cancer.
- Kimura DiseaseDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Kimura Disease.
- Liver CancerDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- Liver EmbolizationDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Liver Embolization.
- Lung NodulesDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- LymphadenectomyDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Lymphadenectomy.
- Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder CancerDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- Ovarian CancerDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Ovarian Cancer.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- PeritonitisDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Peritonitis.
- Pleural EffusionDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
- Retroperitoneal InflammationDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Inflammation.
- Saddle Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Saddle Pulmonary Embolism.
- Secondary PeritonitisDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Secondary Peritonitis.
- Smoldering Multiple MyelomaDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.
- Spontaneous Bacterial PeritonitisDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis.
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC)
- Stent PlacementDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Stent Placement.
- Stomach CancerDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- StrokeDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Stroke.
- ThrombectomyDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Thrombectomy.
- Thyroid NoduleDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Thyroid Nodule.
- Transmyocardial RevascularizationDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Transmyocardial Revascularization.
- Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC)
- VertebroplastyDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Vertebroplasty.
- Vulvar CancerDr. Akman isExperienced. Learn about Vulvar Cancer.

