4.3
9 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Bisher Akil is a physician specializing in pulmonology, internal medicine, and critical care medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine and brings 48 years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Akil is fluent in both Spanish and English.
Dr. Akil practices in New York, NY, where he focuses on treating conditions such as high cholesterol in children and teens, HIV, and pediatric HIV infection. His expertise includes performing blood tests and complete blood count procedures to help diagnose and monitor patient health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5.
Dr. Akil practices in New York, NY, where he focuses on treating conditions such as high cholesterol in children and teens, HIV, and pediatric HIV infection. His expertise includes performing blood tests and complete blood count procedures to help diagnose and monitor patient health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 48 years of experience
- 19 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, English
- University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine
- 1 written review
- 3 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Dr. Bisher Akil, MD | Dr. Miroslav Nudelman, MD | Dr. Angela M Dimango, MD | Dr. Claire L. Keating, MD |
| Pulmonology | Pulmonology | Pulmonology | Pulmonology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 48 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks Russian, Spanish, Italian, English | Speaks Spanish, Italian, English | Speaks English |
| New York , NY | Eastchester , NY | New York , NY | New York , NY |
| Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: SUNY - Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine | Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Bisher Akil
Medical Specialties
Dr. Bisher Akil has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Bisher Akil has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
48 Years Experience
Dr. Bisher Akil holds an active medical license in the state of New York.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine in 1979 and University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine in 1978.
NPI Number
Dr. Akil's NPI number is 1649359555.
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