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Summary
Dr. Joanne Akong is a board-certified internal medicine physician who also specializes in hospital medicine. She earned her medical degree from the University of the West Indies Faculty of Medicine in St. Augustine, Trinidad, and completed her residency training in internal medicine. With 26 years of clinical experience, Dr. Akong brings extensive expertise to patient care across both outpatient and inpatient settings.
Dr. Akong practices at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, North Carolina, and maintains affiliations with Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center and Levine Children's Hospital. She specializes in managing complex conditions including type 2 diabetes in adults and adolescents, as well as acute kidney injuries. Patients consistently rate her care highly, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Dr. Akong practices at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, North Carolina, and maintains affiliations with Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center and Levine Children's Hospital. She specializes in managing complex conditions including type 2 diabetes in adults and adolescents, as well as acute kidney injuries. Patients consistently rate her care highly, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- 26 years of experience
- Internal Medicine
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Female
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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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 26 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Hindi, Sindhi, Urdu | |
| Gastonia , NC | Charlotte , NC | Charlotte , NC | Gastonia , NC |
| Med School: University Of The West Indies Faculty Of Medicine St Augustine Trinidad | Med School: Sackler School of Medicine | Med School: Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine | Med School: University Of Karachi - Sindh Medical College |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joanne Frances Akong
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Joanne Frances Akong has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Joanne Frances Akong has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
26 Years Experience
Dr. Joanne Frances Akong holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Internal Medicine.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of The West Indies Faculty Of Medicine St Augustine Trinidad in 2000.
NPI Number
Dr. Akong's NPI number is 1235171752.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joanne Akong?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Joanne Akong here on Vitals.
- Is Dr. Joanne Akong accepting new patients?
- Dr. Joanne Akong has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Joanne Akong accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joanne Akong accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Where is Dr. Joanne Akong's office located?
- Dr. Joanne Akong's office is located at 2525 Court Dr, Gastonia, NC, 28054.
- Does Dr. Joanne Akong accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Joanne Akong has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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