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Dr. Lauren J Akers DO

Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology

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4200 W UNIVERSITY DR PROSPER TX, 75078
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Dr. Lauren Akers is a pediatric hematologist practicing in Fort Worth, TX. Dr. Akers specializes in treating children that have a blood disease or cancer. Such blood diseases include disorders of red blood cells, white blood cells and/or platelets. The types of cancers that Dr. Akers treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Akers can also treat bleeding disorders in children. Pediatric hematologists can be found in childrens hospitals, community hospitals, university medical centers and more.

Education and Training

Medical University 'Prof. Dr. Paraskev Stoyanov' Varna Faculty of Medicine 2002

Board Certification

PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish

Treatments

  • Leukemia
  • Dermal Aesthetics
  • Extra Corporeal Shockwave Therapy

Dr. Lauren J Akers DO's Practice location

Practice At 1500 Cooper St

1500 Cooper St -
Fort Worth, TX 76104
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4200 W UNIVERSITY DR -
PROSPER, TX 75078
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New patients: 682-303-4200
Fax: 682-303-4242

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Dr. Lauren J Akers DO has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 2 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Hematologist (Pediatric) in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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