Get to know Dr. Akerman

Dr. Akerman - Board-Certified Gastroenterologist in Plano, TX Serving Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

Dr. Akerman is a highly experienced gastroenterologist in Plano, TX, providing comprehensive digestive health care to patients throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, including Plano, Frisco, Dallas, McKinney, Allen, and Richardson. As a trusted member of Digestive Health Associates of Texas (DHAT), Dr. Akerman specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of gastrointestinal disorders, liver diseases, and digestive health conditions.

Education and Medical Training

Dr. Akerman's path to becoming a leading GI doctor in Dallas began with his undergraduate degree in Business, Management, and Finance from CUNY Brooklyn in New York. He completed a rigorous Post-baccalaureate program at Columbia University to fulfill his pre-medical requirements before earning his medical degree from New Jersey Medical School in 2007.

His specialized medical training continued with an Internship and Residency in Internal Medicine at the prestigious Montefiore Medical Center / Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York, completed in 2010. Dr. Akerman then pursued advanced fellowship training in Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, graduating in 2013 with comprehensive expertise in digestive disorders and liver diseases.

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Professional Experience in Texas

After completing his fellowship, Dr. Akerman practiced gastroenterology in Bay Shore, Long Island for two years before relocating to Texas in 2015 with his wife and three daughters. He joined Digestive Health Associates of Texas (DHAT) in Plano, where he has been providing exceptional gastroenterology services in Dallas-Fort Worth for nearly a decade.

Dr. Akerman's commitment to excellence has earned him prestigious recognition from his medical peers, including being voted Best Doctor in Dallas and Best Doctor in Collin County by D Magazine. He has also been honored as a Texas Monthly Magazine Rising Star, reflecting his dedication to providing outstanding digestive health care in North Texas.

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Comprehensive Gastroenterology Services in Plano and Dallas

Dr. Akerman's clinical expertise encompasses a diverse range of digestive health conditions and preventive care services. His areas of specialization include digestive disorders, inflammatory bowel diseases, irritable bowel syndrome, acid reflux treatment, liver disease management, and comprehensive cancer screening and prevention programs.

As a skilled endoscopist, Dr. Akerman performs a full spectrum of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including:

• Screening Colonoscopy in Plano - comprehensive colon cancer screening and polyp removal

• Upper Endoscopy (EGD) - diagnosis and treatment of upper digestive tract conditions

• Capsule Endoscopy - advanced small bowel evaluation using cutting-edge technology

• Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) - detailed imaging for pancreatic and bile duct disorders

• ERCP - specialized treatment for bile duct and pancreatic conditions

• Hemorrhoid Treatment in Dallas - minimally invasive hemorrhoid therapy options

• Advanced therapeutic endoscopic procedures for various gastrointestinal conditions

Serving the Dallas-Fort Worth Community

Dr. Akerman is dedicated to serving patients throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex with convenient access from Plano, Frisco, Dallas, McKinney, Allen, Richardson, and surrounding North Texas communities. His practice focuses on providing personalized, compassionate care while utilizing the latest advances in gastroenterology and hepatology.

When not caring for patients, Dr. Akerman enjoys spending quality time with his family and actively participates in local community events throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area, demonstrating his commitment to the North Texas community he serves.

Schedule Your Gastroenterology Consultation Today

If you're searching for an experienced gastroenterologist in Plano, GI doctor in Frisco, GI specialist in Dallas, or gastroenterology services in McKinney, Dr. Akerman provides comprehensive digestive health care with a focus on patient-centered treatment. Contact Digestive Health Associates of Texas today to schedule your consultation with one of the Dallas area's most respected GI specialists.

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