Overview
Mehmet Akay is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas.
Dr. Akay is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Cardiogenic Shock, Acquired Hemophilia, Heart Transplant, and Aortic Valve Replacement.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 46 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.
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Locations
6550 Fannin St Ste 1401, Houston, TX 77030
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.
1 Clinical Trials
Baylor College Of Medicine - Transplant Surgery
Abbas Rana, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Abbas Rana specializes in Surgery and works at BCM Surgery - Transplant. To make an appointment, please call (832) 355-1400. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Rana is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Hepatoblastoma, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Rana is currently accepting new patients.
Baylor St. Luke's Liver Center
Prasun K. Jalal, M.D is Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Division of Abdominal Transplantation of the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery and in the Department of Medicine, Section of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, at Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Jalal is board certified in gastroenterology, internal medicine and transplant hepatology. Dr. Jalal earned his medical degree from Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India. His extensive training includes training in gastroenterology and hepatology at St. James Hospital in Leeds, England. He completed a fellowship in gastroenterology at Long Island Jewish Medical Center-Albert Einstein College of Medicine, New York and in transplant hepatology at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York. Dr. Jalal's clinical interests include viral hepatitis, liver transplant, liver cancer and autoimmune hepatitis. Dr. Jalal is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Esophageal Varices, Hepatitis A, Liver Transplant, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery. Dr. Jalal is currently accepting new patients.
Baylor College Of Medicine - Surgery And Transplant
Since she was an intern at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Dr. Saira Khaderi has developed a strong interest in hepatology and liver transplantation. During her residency, she was involved in research related to complications of portal hypertension, and in 2006 she was honored with the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases Travel Scholar Award, an award given to accomplished trainees with potential for a career in academic medicine. After completing her residency, she returned to Houston and continued working in transplant medicine at Methodist Hospital, where she was an active member of the liver and kidney transplant programs. Dr. Khaderi is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Visceromegaly, Hepatitis C, Enlarged Liver, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Khaderi is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Mehmet Akay
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Mehmet Akay?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Mehmet Akay by calling their office at 713-441-5200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Mehmet Akay a top-rated expert for Heart Transplant?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mehmet Akay is classified as an Advanced expert for Heart Transplant, 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. Mehmet Akay specialize in?
While Dr. Mehmet Akay is a Transplant Surgery, they have specific expertise in Heart Transplant, Aortic Valve Stenosis, and Aortic Valve Replacement. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Transplant Surgery.
Does Dr. Mehmet Akay participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Mehmet Akay has published 46 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Transplant. You can view a list of Dr. Mehmet Akay's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Mehmet Akay accept my insurance?
Dr. Mehmet Akay accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-441-5200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Akay isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Heart TransplantDr. Akay isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Transplant.
- Experienced
- Acquired HemophiliaDr. Akay isExperienced. Learn about Acquired Hemophilia.
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Akay isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Akay isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Akay isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Cardiogenic ShockDr. Akay isExperienced. Learn about Cardiogenic Shock.


