Overview
Frank Akwaa is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Rochester, New York.
Dr. Akwaa is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thrombocytopenia, Sickle Cell Disease, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), and D-Plus Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Akwaa 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. Frank Akwaa
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Frank Akwaa?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Frank Akwaa by calling their office at 585-275-5823. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Frank Akwaa a top-rated expert for Thrombocytopenia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Frank Akwaa is classified as an Distinguished expert for Thrombocytopenia, 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. Frank Akwaa specialize in?
While Dr. Frank Akwaa is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Thrombocytopenia, Sickle Cell Disease, and Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.
Does Dr. Frank Akwaa participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Frank Akwaa has published 14 articles and abstracts on conditions like Thrombocytopenia. You can view a list of Dr. Frank Akwaa's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Frank Akwaa accept my insurance?
Dr. Frank Akwaa accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 585-275-5823 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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- Distinguished
- Sickle Cell DiseaseDr. Akwaa isDistinguished. Learn about Sickle Cell Disease.
- ThrombocytopeniaDr. Akwaa isDistinguished. Learn about Thrombocytopenia.
- Advanced
- Adult Immune ThrombocytopeniaDr. Akwaa isAdvanced. Learn about Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia.
- AnemiaDr. Akwaa isAdvanced. Learn about Anemia.
- Ataxia-Pancytopenia SyndromeDr. Akwaa isAdvanced. Learn about Ataxia-Pancytopenia Syndrome.
- Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (aHUS)
- Beta ThalassemiaDr. Akwaa isAdvanced. Learn about Beta Thalassemia.
- Blood ClotsDr. Akwaa isAdvanced. Learn about Blood Clots.
- D-Plus Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
- Deep Vein ThrombosisDr. Akwaa isAdvanced. Learn about Deep Vein Thrombosis.
- Fanconi AnemiaDr. Akwaa isAdvanced. Learn about Fanconi Anemia.
- Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome
- Hemolytic-Uremic SyndromeDr. Akwaa isAdvanced. Learn about Hemolytic-Uremic Syndrome.
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
- Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS)
- Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH)
- Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Akwaa isAdvanced. Learn about Pulmonary Embolism.
- Pure Red Cell AplasiaDr. Akwaa isAdvanced. Learn about Pure Red Cell Aplasia.
- Schnitzler SyndromeDr. Akwaa isAdvanced. Learn about Schnitzler Syndrome.
- Shwachman-Diamond SyndromeDr. Akwaa isAdvanced. Learn about Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome.
- ThalassemiaDr. Akwaa isAdvanced. Learn about Thalassemia.
- Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Experienced
- Acquired HemophiliaDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Acquired Hemophilia.
- AgranulocytosisDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- Alpha ThalassemiaDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Alpha Thalassemia.
- Alpha Thalassemia X-Linked Intellectual Disability Syndrome
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Autoimmune Hemolytic AnemiaDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia.
- Congenital Hemolytic AnemiaDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Hemolytic Anemia.
- Essential ThrombocythemiaDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Essential Thrombocythemia.
- Evans SyndromeDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Evans Syndrome.
- Factor 11 DeficiencyDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Factor 11 Deficiency.
- Febrile NeutropeniaDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Febrile Neutropenia.
- Gaucher DiseaseDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Gaucher Disease.
- Gaucher Disease Type 1Dr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Gaucher Disease Type 1.
- Gaucher Disease Type 2Dr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Gaucher Disease Type 2.
- Gaucher Disease Type 3Dr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Gaucher Disease Type 3.
- Glyceraldehyde-3-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
- Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD)Dr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD).
- GTP Cyclohydrolase 1 DeficiencyDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about GTP Cyclohydrolase 1 Deficiency.
- Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL)Dr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL).
- Hemoglobin C DiseaseDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Hemoglobin C Disease.
- Hemoglobin E DiseaseDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Hemoglobin E Disease.
- Hemoglobin SC DiseaseDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Hemoglobin SC Disease.
- HemoglobinopathyDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Hemoglobinopathy.
- Hemolytic AnemiaDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Hemolytic Anemia.
- Hemolytic CrisisDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Hemolytic Crisis.
- Hemophagocytic LymphohistiocytosisDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis.
- HemosiderosisDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Hemosiderosis.
- Hereditary Hemorrhagic TelangiectasiaDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia.
- Heyde SyndromeDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Heyde Syndrome.
- Idiopathic Pulmonary HemosiderosisDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Pulmonary Hemosiderosis.
- LeukocytosisDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Leukocytosis.
- Multiple MyelomaDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Myeloma.
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)Dr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS).
- Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN)Dr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN).
- Pseudocholinesterase DeficiencyDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Pseudocholinesterase Deficiency.
- ReticuloendotheliosisDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Reticuloendotheliosis.
- Saddle Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Saddle Pulmonary Embolism.
- Sezary SyndromeDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Sezary Syndrome.
- Shwartzman PhenomenonDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Shwartzman Phenomenon.
- Smoldering Multiple MyelomaDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.
- SplenomegalyDr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Splenomegaly.
- Venous Thromboembolism (VTE)Dr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Venous Thromboembolism (VTE).
- Virus Associated Hemophagocytic Syndrome
- Von Willebrand Disease (VWD)Dr. Akwaa isExperienced. Learn about Von Willebrand Disease (VWD).