Expertise in
2
conditions
Expertise in
2
conditions
US Renal Care St Mary's Dialysis
753 Johnsonburg Rd, 
Saint Marys, PA 

Overview

Gwendolyn Akers is a Nephrologist in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania. Dr. Akers is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), High Potassium Level, and Nephrosclerosis.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Nephrology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in PA

Hospital Affiliations

Punxsutawney Area Hospital
Penn Highlands Elk
Penn Highlands Dubois
Upmc Cole
Upmc Kane

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Gateway Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

US Renal Care St Mary's Dialysis
753 Johnsonburg Rd, Saint Marys, PA 15857

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. Gwendolyn Akers

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Gwendolyn Akers?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Gwendolyn Akers by calling their office at 814-834-4222. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Gwendolyn Akers a top-rated expert for Chronic Kidney Disease?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Gwendolyn Akers is classified as an Distinguished expert for Chronic Kidney Disease, 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. Gwendolyn Akers specialize in?

While Dr. Gwendolyn Akers is a Nephrology, they have specific expertise in Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and High Potassium Level. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nephrology.

Does Dr. Gwendolyn Akers participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Gwendolyn Akers has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chronic Kidney Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Gwendolyn Akers's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Gwendolyn Akers accept my insurance?

Dr. Gwendolyn Akers accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 814-834-4222 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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