Overview

Francis Akita is a Neonatologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in New York, New York.

Her clinical expertise encompasses Microcephaly.

Dr. Akita is board certified in Pediatrics and Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.

Graduate Institution

University Of Ghana

Residency

Harlem Hospital Center

Specialties

Pediatrics
Neonatology

Licenses

Pediatrics in NY

Board Certifications

Pediatrics
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine

Fellowships

Tuft's New England Medical Center
St. Margaret's Hospital, New England Medical Cente

Hospital Affiliations

NewYork-Presbyterian / Columbia University Irving Medical Center
NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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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
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
MetroPlus Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
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Locations

CUIMC/NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital
3959 Broadway, New York, NY 10032
Other Locations
NewYork-Presbyterian Allen Hospital
5141 Broadway, New York, NY 10034

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. Francis A. Akita

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Francis A. Akita?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Francis A. Akita by calling their office at 212-305-5827. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Francis A. Akita a top-rated expert for Microcephaly?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Francis A. Akita is classified as an Experienced expert for Microcephaly, 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. Francis A. Akita specialize in?

While Dr. Francis A. Akita is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Microcephaly. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.

Does Dr. Francis A. Akita participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Francis A. Akita has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Microcephaly. You can view a list of Dr. Francis A. Akita's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Francis A. Akita accept my insurance?

Dr. Francis A. Akita accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-305-5827 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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