Summary

Dr. Donald Akers treats arthralgia, loss of trunk control, and shoulder pain, and performs physical therapy, manual therapy, and strength training. He practices vascular surgery and surgery and has 42 years of experience. Dr. Akers is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center and sees patients in Powell and Knoxville, Tennessee. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at University Hospital. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Akers 3.95 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 42 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Donald Lea Akers has 6 locations

Premiere Vascular Access & Imaging Center

4713 Papermill Dr Ste 100Knoxville, TN 37909

Premiere Surgical Associates

7557 Dannaher Dr Ste 110Powell, TN 37849
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

Dr. Donald Lea Akers

900 E Oak Hill AveKnoxville, TN 37917

Deanna L Nelson Md

6408 Papermill Dr Ste 220Knoxville, TN 37919

Premier Surgical Associates

150 W Price RdDandridge, TN 37725
MonClosed
TueClosed
Wed8:00 am - 11:30 am
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks English
Powell , TNKnoxville , TNDecatur , GAKnoxville , TN
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Donald Lea Akers

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Donald Lea Akers has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Donald Lea Akers has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Akers' NPI number is 1356363477.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Donald Akers affiliated with?
Dr. Donald Akers is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Donald Akers's office located?
Dr. Donald Akers's office is located at 7565 Dannaher Dr, Powell, TN, 37849.
Does Dr. Donald Akers accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Donald Akers has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Donald Akers accepting new patients?
Dr. Donald Akers is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Donald Akers's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Donald Akers accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Donald Akers accepts on their Vitals profile.

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