Esen K. Akpek
Expertise in
20
conditions

Dr. Esen K. Akpek

Allergy and Immunology
2351 Erwin Rd, 
Durham, NC 
35 Years of Experience
Referral may be required
Expertise in
20
conditions
2351 Erwin Rd, 
Durham, NC 

Overview

Esen Akpek is an Allergy and Immunologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. She has been practicing medicine for over 35 years.

Dr. Akpek is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Sjogren Syndrome, Interstitial Keratitis, Corneal Transplant, and Vitrectomy.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 158 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials.

Graduate Institution

Hacettepe University (Turkey)|, 1991

Residency

Residency, Ankara University Medical School (Turkey)

Specialties

Allergy and Immunology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in MD

Fellowships

Cornea and External Diseases, Johns Hopkins University (Maryland), Ocular Immunology and Uveitis, Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary

Hospital Affiliations

Duke University Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

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Locations

Duke Eye Center
2351 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Akpek 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.

Uveitis
Scleritis

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Esen K. Akpek

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Esen K. Akpek?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Esen K. Akpek by calling their office at 919-681-3937. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Esen K. Akpek a top-rated expert for Dry Eye Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Esen K. Akpek is classified as an Elite expert for Dry Eye Syndrome, 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. Esen K. Akpek specialize in?

While Dr. Esen K. Akpek is a Allergy and Immunology, they have specific expertise in Dry Eye Syndrome, Sjogren Syndrome, and Interstitial Keratitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Allergy and Immunology.

Does Dr. Esen K. Akpek accept my insurance?

Dr. Esen K. Akpek accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-681-3937 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.

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