Dr. Pooja Mapara Akotia, MD

Dr. Pooja Akotia is a family medicine physician who brings 15 years of experience to her practice at Downey Regional Medical Center. She earned her medical degree from Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency training at Presbyterian Intercomm Hospital. Her osteopathic background provides her with a comprehensive approach to patient care that emphasizes the connection between all body systems. Dr. Akotia is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to serve diverse patients in their preferred language.

Based at Downey Regional Medical Center in Downey, California, Dr. Akotia focuses on treating common health conditions that affect families and individuals of all ages. She has particular expertise in managing high cholesterol and hyperlipidemia, helping patients understand and control these important cardiovascular risk factors. Her practice also includes caring for patients with hypertension, working with them to develop effective …blood pressure management strategies. Dr. Akotia performs diagnostic procedures such as extremity X-rays and comprehensive urine testing to help identify and monitor various health conditions.