Expertise in
6
conditions

Dr. Apoorva Aekka

Pediatric Endocrinology
Office
3722 Touhy Ave, 
Skokie, IL 
Accepting New Patients
Referral may be required
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Expertise in
6
conditions
Office
3722 Touhy Ave, 
Skokie, IL 

Overview

Apoorva Aekka is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Skokie, Illinois.

Dr. Aekka is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Precocious Puberty.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Aekka is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Pediatric Endocrinology

Licenses

Pediatric Endocrinology in IL

Languages Spoken

English
Polish
Spanish

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Celtic
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Office
3722 Touhy Ave, Skokie, IL 60076
Other Locations
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
225 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Aekka has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency

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.

6 Total Publications

An Updated Review on the Use of Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy in Pediatric Thyroid Disease.
An Updated Review on the Use of Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy in Pediatric Thyroid Disease.
Journal: Endocrine practice : official journal of the American College of Endocrinology and the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists
Published: July 09, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Apoorva Aekka

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Apoorva Aekka?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Apoorva Aekka by calling their office at 312-227-6090. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Apoorva Aekka a top-rated expert for Short Stature (Growth Disorders)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Apoorva Aekka is classified as an Advanced expert for Short Stature (Growth Disorders), 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. Apoorva Aekka specialize in?

While Dr. Apoorva Aekka is a Pediatric Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Familial Short Stature (FSS). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Endocrinology.

Does Dr. Apoorva Aekka participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Apoorva Aekka has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Short Stature (Growth Disorders). You can view a list of Dr. Apoorva Aekka's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Apoorva Aekka accept my insurance?

Dr. Apoorva Aekka accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 312-227-6090 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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