Overview
Tamer Akel is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Woodland Park, New Jersey.
Dr. Akel is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Pulmonary Edema, and Heart Failure.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Akel is currently accepting new patients.
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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 N. Akel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Tamer N. Akel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Tamer N. 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 N. Akel a top-rated expert for Hypertension?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Tamer N. 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 N. Akel specialize in?
While Dr. Tamer N. Akel is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Pulmonary Edema. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Tamer N. Akel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Tamer N. Akel has published 14 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hypertension. You can view a list of Dr. Tamer N. 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 N. Akel accept my insurance?
Dr. Tamer N. 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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- 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.
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Akel isAdvanced. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- FaintingDr. Akel isAdvanced. Learn about Fainting.
- Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism
- Heart FailureDr. Akel isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Failure.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- Heart MurmursDr. Akel isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Murmurs.
- HypertensionDr. Akel isAdvanced. Learn about Hypertension.
- Idiopathic EdemaDr. Akel isAdvanced. Learn about Idiopathic Edema.
- Mitral Valve RegurgitationDr. Akel isAdvanced. Learn about Mitral Valve Regurgitation.
- NecrosisDr. Akel isAdvanced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Pulmonary EdemaDr. Akel isAdvanced. Learn about Pulmonary Edema.
- 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.
- Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Cardiogenic ShockDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Cardiogenic Shock.
- Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)Dr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Heart Disease (CHD).
- Constrictive PericarditisDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Constrictive Pericarditis.
- Cor PulmonaleDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Cor Pulmonale.
- Coronary Artery SpasmDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Spasm.
- COVID-19Dr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about COVID-19.
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.
- Deep Vein ThrombosisDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Deep Vein Thrombosis.
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)Dr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM).
- Ectopic HeartbeatDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Ectopic Heartbeat.
- EmphysemaDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Emphysema.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- EndocarditisDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.
- Familial Dilated CardiomyopathyDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy.
- Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect
- Familial Ventricular TachycardiaDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Familial Ventricular Tachycardia.
- Heart AttackDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Heart Attack.
- High CholesterolDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about High Cholesterol.
- Hypertensive Heart DiseaseDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Hypertensive Heart Disease.
- Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST)
- Low Blood PressureDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Low Blood Pressure.
- Metabolic SyndromeDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Metabolic Syndrome.
- Mitral StenosisDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Stenosis.
- Mitral Valve ProlapseDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Prolapse.
- Orthostatic HypotensionDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Orthostatic Hypotension.
- Paroxysmal Ventricular FibrillationDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Paroxysmal Ventricular Fibrillation.
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- PericarditisDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Pericarditis.
- Peripheral Artery DiseaseDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Artery Disease.
- Prinzmetal's Variant AnginaDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Prinzmetal's Variant Angina.
- Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Embolism.
- Pulmonary HypertensionDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Hypertension.
- Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive DiseaseDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease.
- Splenic InfarctionDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Splenic Infarction.
- Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD)
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)Dr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).
- Unstable AnginaDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Unstable Angina.
- Ventricular FibrillationDr. Akel isExperienced. Learn about Ventricular Fibrillation.
