4.5
28 Ratings with 6 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Derene Akins is an internal medicine physician who has dedicated five decades to caring for patients. She earned her medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed her residency at Regional Medical Center. With 50 years of medical practice, Dr. Akins brings extensive knowledge to treating adult patients with a wide range of health concerns. She provides care in English for her patients.
Dr. Akins practices at Cresthaven Internal Medicine in Memphis, Tennessee, and maintains hospital privileges at Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis. She specializes in managing conditions such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and elevated lipid levels in both adults and younger patients. Her practice includes performing comprehensive blood work and complete blood counts to help diagnose and monitor patient health. Patients have rated Dr. Akins 4.5 out of 5 stars for her care.
Dr. Akins practices at Cresthaven Internal Medicine in Memphis, Tennessee, and maintains hospital privileges at Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis. She specializes in managing conditions such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and elevated lipid levels in both adults and younger patients. Her practice includes performing comprehensive blood work and complete blood counts to help diagnose and monitor patient health. Patients have rated Dr. Akins 4.5 out of 5 stars for her care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 50 years of experience
- 18 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Regional Medical Center
- 6 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
Cresthaven Internal Medicine
6799 Great Oaks Rd Ste 250Memphis, TN 38138 Tel: (901) 821-8300
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 50 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Memphis , TN | Memphis , TN | Memphis , TN | Lyons , CO |
| Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Georgia Regents University | Med School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Derene Ellen Akins
Medical Specialties
Dr. Derene Ellen Akins has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Derene Ellen Akins has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
50 Years Experience
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Regional Medical Center
Medical School
Medical College Of Georgia At Georgia Regents UniversityGraduated in 1978
Medical College Of Georgia School Of MedicineGraduated in 1976
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Derene Akins affiliated with?
- Dr. Derene Akins is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis.
- Where is Dr. Derene Akins's office located?
- Dr. Derene Akins's office is located at 6799 Great Oaks Rd Ste 250, Memphis, TN, 38138.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Derene Akins?
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- What languages does Dr. Derene Akins speak?
- Dr. Derene Akins speaks English.
- Is Dr. Derene Akins accepting new patients?
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