Overview
Tamer Akel is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Woodland Park, New Jersey.
Dr. Akel is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Pulmonary Edema.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
999 McBride Ave Ste B204, Woodland Park, NJ 07424
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. Tamer Akel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Tamer Akel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Tamer Akel by calling their office at 973-256-5667. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Tamer Akel a top-rated expert for Hypertension?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Tamer Akel is classified as an Advanced expert for Hypertension, 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. Tamer Akel specialize in?
While Dr. Tamer Akel is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Tamer Akel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Tamer Akel has published 14 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hypertension. You can view a list of Dr. Tamer Akel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Tamer Akel accept my insurance?
Dr. Tamer Akel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 973-256-5667 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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- Advanced
- AnginaDr. Akel isAdvanced. Learn about Angina.
- ApoplexyDr. Akel isAdvanced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Akel isAdvanced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Akel isAdvanced. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Cardiac ArrestDr. Akel isAdvanced. Learn about Cardiac Arrest.
- CardiomyopathyDr. Akel isAdvanced. Learn about Cardiomyopathy.
- Experienced
- Acute Coronary SyndromeDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Acute Coronary Syndrome.
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- Aortic DissectionDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- ArrhythmiasDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Arrhythmias.

