Overview
Dr. Achieng earned her medical degree in 2013 from the Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta. She subsequently completed a neurology residency at the Ohio State University, remaining there to complete a sleep medicine fellowship. She completed an additional fellowship in clinical neurophysiology with a focus on electroencephalogram (EEG) and epilepsy at the University of Maryland Medical Center. Dr. Achieng is board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Achieng’s longtime fascination with the function of the nervous system inspired her to pursue a career as a neurologist. She is passionate about diagnosing and managing neurological conditions, with particular interests in sleep disorders and epilepsy. Dr. Achieng works hard to help her patients, caring for them with the same compassion and respect that she would extend to her own family. Originally from Nairobi, Kenya, Dr. Achieng enjoys living near the beach in Hampton Roads with her husband. Her favorite pastimes include traveling and cooking.
Dr. Achieng is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Drowsiness.
Dr. Achieng is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology - Sleep Medicine, American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology, and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology - Clinical Neurophysiology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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12200 Warwick Boulevard, 110, Newport News, VA 23601
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Elsie Achieng
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Elsie Achieng?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Elsie Achieng by calling their office at 757-534-5100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Elsie Achieng a top-rated expert for Seizures?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Elsie Achieng is classified as an Advanced expert for Seizures, 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. Elsie Achieng specialize in?
While Dr. Elsie Achieng is a Sleep Medicine, they have specific expertise in Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Obstructive Sleep Apnea. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Sleep Medicine.
Does Dr. Elsie Achieng participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Elsie Achieng has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Seizures. You can view a list of Dr. Elsie Achieng's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Elsie Achieng accept my insurance?
Dr. Elsie Achieng accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 757-534-5100 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Advanced
- Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features
- DrowsinessDr. Achieng isAdvanced. Learn about Drowsiness.
- Excessive Daytime SleepinessDr. Achieng isAdvanced. Learn about Excessive Daytime Sleepiness.
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Achieng isAdvanced. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- Memory LossDr. Achieng isAdvanced. Learn about Memory Loss.
- Obstructive Sleep ApneaDr. Achieng isAdvanced. Learn about Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
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- Central Sleep ApneaDr. Achieng isExperienced. Learn about Central Sleep Apnea.
- EpilepsyDr. Achieng isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy.
- Familial Neurocardiogenic SyncopeDr. Achieng isExperienced. Learn about Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope.
- Opsoclonus-Myoclonus SyndromeDr. Achieng isExperienced. Learn about Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome.
- Peripheral NeuropathyDr. Achieng isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Neuropathy.
- REM Behavior DisorderDr. Achieng isExperienced. Learn about REM Behavior Disorder.