Overview
Dr. Cynthia Okagabosu is a pediatric gastroenterologist and Assistant Professor practicing at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. She received her medical degree from Tufts University. Dr. Akagbosu is board-certified in pediatrics, pediatric gastroenterology, and obesity medicine.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Obesity, High Blood Pressure in Infants, Gastrectomy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.
Dr. Akagbosu is board certified in Pediatric Gastroenterology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Akagbosu is currently accepting new patients.
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3959 Broadway, New York, NY 10032
1111 Westchester Avenue, White Plains, NY 10604
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Akagbosu 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.
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. Cynthia O. Akagbosu
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Cynthia O. Akagbosu?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Cynthia O. Akagbosu by calling their office at 212-305-5903. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Cynthia O. Akagbosu a top-rated expert for Obesity in Children?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Cynthia O. Akagbosu is classified as an Experienced expert for Obesity in Children, 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. Cynthia O. Akagbosu specialize in?
While Dr. Cynthia O. Akagbosu is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Obesity in Children, Gastrectomy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Cynthia O. Akagbosu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Cynthia O. Akagbosu has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obesity in Children. You can view a list of Dr. Cynthia O. Akagbosu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Cynthia O. Akagbosu accept my insurance?
Dr. Cynthia O. Akagbosu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-305-5903 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- GastrectomyDr. Akagbosu isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastric BypassDr. Akagbosu isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Bypass.
- High Blood Pressure in InfantsDr. Akagbosu isExperienced. Learn about High Blood Pressure in Infants.
- ObesityDr. Akagbosu isExperienced. Learn about Obesity.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Akagbosu isExperienced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- Sleeve GastrectomyDr. Akagbosu isExperienced. Learn about Sleeve Gastrectomy.