Summary

Dr. Richard Akins specializes in neurology and psychiatry, bringing four decades of clinical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport and completed his residency at University Hospital of Arkansas. His dual expertise allows him to address both neurological and psychiatric conditions with comprehensive care.

Dr. Akins practices at multiple locations in Birmingham, Alabama, and Columbus, Ohio, including Alabama Psychiatric Services and Birmingham VA Medical Center. He focuses on treating mood disorders in children, depression, and depression in children and teens. His treatment approaches include counseling, mental health assessment, and transcranial magnetic stimulation. Patients have given Dr. Akins an average rating of 1.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 1
  • 40 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • University Hospital Of Arkansas
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Nevin Akins has 6 locations

Alabama Psychiatric Services

956 Montclair Rd Ste 200Birmingham, AL 35213

Birmingham Va Medical Center

700 19th St SBirmingham, AL 35233

Ohiohealth Outpatient Behavioral Health

3820 Olentangy River RdColumbus, OH 43214
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

OhioHealth Behavioral Health

5150 E Dublin Granville Rd Ste 150Westerville, OH 43081

OhioHealth Behavioral Health

5150 E Dublin Granville Rd Ste 150Columbus, OH 43081

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NeurologyPsychiatryPsychiatryPsychiatry
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40 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience 41 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
Birmingham , ALVestavia , ALBirmingham , ALBirmingham , AL
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Nevin Akins

  • Aetna
  • Humana
  • Medical Mutual
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Nevin Akins has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Nevin Akins has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorder
  • Insomnia
  • Psychiatry
  • Schizophrenia
  • Sleep Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Hospital Of Arkansas

Medical School

Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In ShreveportGraduated in 1986

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Where is Dr. Richard Akins's office located?
Dr. Richard Akins's office is located at 956 Montclair Rd Ste 200, Birmingham, AL, 35213.
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