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Dr. James Albert Akras MD

Surgeon | Surgical Critical Care

3001 Hospital Dr Hyattsville MD, 20785
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About

Dr. James Akras is a general surgeon practicing in Hyattsville, MD. Dr. Akras specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Akras provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.

Education and Training

State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine MD

State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine 1987

Board Certification

SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS- Surgical Critical Care

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 31 years of experience

Treatments

  • Heart Disease
  • Stroke
  • Cerebrovascular Disease
  • Concussion
  • Femur Fracture
  • Vascular Disease

Dr. James Albert Akras MD's Practice location

Practice At 3001 Hospital Dr

3001 Hospital Dr -
Hyattsville, MD 20785
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New patients: 301-618-3752, 443-332-4088
Fax: 301-618-6410, 410-793-0809

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