Dr. Grace Helen Akiens MD
Family Practitioner
8780 W Golf Rd Suite 100 Niles IL, 60714About
Dr. Grace Akiens is a family practitioner practicing in Niles, IL. Dr. Akiens specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Akiens possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Ross Univ- Sch Of Med & Vet Med- Roseau- Dominica 1985
Ross University School of Medicine 1985
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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- Vascular Disease
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