Kaiser
1425 S Main St, 
Walnut Creek, CA 

Overview

Vishnu Akula is a Neonatologist and a Pediatrics provider in Walnut Creek, California. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothermia and Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD).

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Neonatology
Pediatrics

Licenses

Pediatrics in CA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID

Locations

Kaiser
1425 S Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

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.


6 Total Publications

Neonatal transport in California: findings from a qualitative investigation.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Vishnu Akula

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Vishnu Akula?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Vishnu Akula by calling their office at 925-295-4200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Vishnu Akula a top-rated expert for Hypothermia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Vishnu Akula is classified as an Experienced expert for Hypothermia, 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. Vishnu Akula specialize in?

While Dr. Vishnu Akula is a Neonatology, they have specific expertise in Hypothermia, Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neonatology.

Does Dr. Vishnu Akula participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Vishnu Akula has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hypothermia. You can view a list of Dr. Vishnu Akula's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Vishnu Akula accept my insurance?

Dr. Vishnu Akula accepts most major insurance plans, including Kaiser Permanente and Medicaid. We recommend calling the office directly at 925-295-4200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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