4.3
6 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Akil Merchant is a hematology and oncology specialist who completed his medical degree at Baylor College of Medicine. He furthered his training with a residency at Baylor College of Medicine in 2005, followed by a fellowship at Johns Hopkins University in 2010. With 26 years of experience in treating blood disorders and cancer, Dr. Merchant holds certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He provides care to patients in English.
Dr. Merchant practices at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California, where he focuses on complex blood conditions and cancer care. He treats patients with non-Hodgkin lymphoma and helps manage low platelet counts and immune system disorders. His expertise includes performing comprehensive blood work and specialized blood tests to monitor kidney function. Patients have given Dr. Merchant an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 on Vitals.
Dr. Merchant practices at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California, where he focuses on complex blood conditions and cancer care. He treats patients with non-Hodgkin lymphoma and helps manage low platelet counts and immune system disorders. His expertise includes performing comprehensive blood work and specialized blood tests to monitor kidney function. Patients have given Dr. Merchant an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 26 years of experience
- speaks English
- Johns Hopkins University
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 15 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Cedars-Sinai Blood & Marrow Transplant
127 S San Vicente Blvd # 7Los Angeles, CA 90048 Tel: (310) 423-1160
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 26 Years of Experience | 42 Years of Experience | 51 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Tamil | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Spanish, English |
| Los Angeles , CA | Lakewood , CA | Tarzana , CA | Los Angeles , CA |
| Med School: Baylor College of Medicine | Med School: Madras Medical College | Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Akil A Merchant has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Akil A Merchant has the following 15 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
26 Years Experience
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Internal Medicine
Internal medicine
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2025, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Fellowship
Johns Hopkins University2010
Residency
Baylor College of Medicine2005
Medical School
Baylor College of MedicineGraduated in 2000
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