Dr. Stuart Akerman M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
27005 76th Ave Suite B202 Gastroent New Hyde Park NY, 11040About
Dr. Stuart Akerman is a gastroenterologist practicing in New Hyde Park, NY. Dr. Akerman specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Akerman performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ – New Jersey Medical School MD 2007
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Colonoscopy
- Hemorrhoid Banding
- Egd:upper Gi Endoscopy
- Capsule Endoscopy
- Ercp
- Ultrasound
- Stents
Professional Memberships
- Member Digestive Health Associates of Texas 2015
- Member American College of Gastroenterology
- Member American Medical Association
- Member American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Fellowships
- Hofstra North Shore LIJ School of Medicine Program Gastroenterology 2013
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