Expertise in
7
conditions
Expertise in
7
conditions
CUIMC/Harkness Pavilion
180 Fort Washington Ave, 
New York, NY 

Overview

Cigdem Akman is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York.

Dr. Akman is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Benign Rolandic Epilepsy.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 26 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Pediatric Neurology

Licenses

Neurology with Special Qualifications in Neurology in NY

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Locations

CUIMC/Harkness Pavilion
180 Fort Washington Ave, New York, NY 10032

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. Cigdem I. Akman

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Cigdem I. Akman?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Cigdem I. Akman by calling their office at 212-305-3975. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Cigdem I. Akman a top-rated expert for Epilepsy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Cigdem I. Akman is classified as an Distinguished expert for Epilepsy, 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. Cigdem I. Akman specialize in?

While Dr. Cigdem I. Akman is a Pediatric Neurology, they have specific expertise in Epilepsy, Seizures, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Neurology.

Does Dr. Cigdem I. Akman participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Cigdem I. Akman has published 26 articles and abstracts on conditions like Epilepsy. You can view a list of Dr. Cigdem I. Akman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Cigdem I. Akman accept my insurance?

Dr. Cigdem I. Akman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-305-3975 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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