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Dr. Kathryn Akong is a pulmonologist who also practices internal medicine and pediatrics. She earned her medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine and brings 25 years of experience to her practice. Her comprehensive training allows her to care for patients across age groups, with particular expertise in respiratory conditions.
Dr. Akong is affiliated with Rady Children's Hospital San Diego and practices in San Diego, California. She specializes in treating cystic fibrosis and asthma in both children and adults. Her expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing and bronchodilator reversibility testing to evaluate lung health. She also conducts asthma challenge tests to help diagnose and manage breathing difficulties in her patients.
Dr. Akong is affiliated with Rady Children's Hospital San Diego and practices in San Diego, California. She specializes in treating cystic fibrosis and asthma in both children and adults. Her expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing and bronchodilator reversibility testing to evaluate lung health. She also conducts asthma challenge tests to help diagnose and manage breathing difficulties in her patients.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 25 years of experience
- University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine
- 3 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
Rady Childrens Specialists Of San Diego
3020 Childrens WaySan Diego, CA 92123 Tel: (858) 576-1700
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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| Dr. Kathryn Ann Akong, MD | Dr. Meaghan Caroline Sledge | Dr. Adrian Y Wu | Dr. Donald Mac Montgomery |
| Pulmonology | Pediatrics | Allergy & Immunology | Pediatrics |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 25 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 78 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| San Diego , CA | San Diego , CA | San Diego , CA | San Diego , CA |
| Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine | Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Edinburgh College Of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine | Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Kathryn Ann Akong has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Kathryn Ann Akong has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
25 Years Experience
Dr. Kathryn Ann Akong holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine in 2005 and UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 2001.
NPI Number
Dr. Akong's NPI number is 1912169061.
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- Dr. Kathryn Akong's office is located at 3020 Childrens Way, San Diego, CA, 92123.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Kathryn Akong affiliated with?
- Dr. Kathryn Akong is affiliated with Rady Childrens Hospital San Diego.
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