Dr. Akkanti graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in 2004 and completed a residency at Boston University Medical Center.Dr. Bindu Akkanti, MD is a Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX and has 21 years experience. Dr. Akkanti currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center and Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital. Dr. Akkanti has experience treating conditions like Shortness of Breath, Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension) and Pulmonary Hypertension among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Akkanti received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 3 times. Dr. Akkanti's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Akkanti is board certified in Critical Care Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Shortness of Breath

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University of Texas Medical Foundation
6431 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030
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6400 Fannin St Ste 2500, Houston, TX 77030
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Aug 17, 2022

Dr. Akkanti is one of the most thorough and clinically proficient physicians I know; she has the same expectation of her team. Her meticulous attention to detail and bedside manner extends well beyond business hours and is a true testament of the care you will receive.

Taylor Wells — Aug 17, 2022

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Critical Care Medicine

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Education

Medical Education

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
2004

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Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease

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Baylor College of Medicine
2005

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Boston University Medical Center
2008

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Baylor University
2011

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Dr. Akkanti in specializes in Critical Care Medicine. See more on Sharecare.

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Dr. Akkanti frequently treats the following conditions: Shortness of Breath, Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension) and Pulmonary Hypertension. See more on Sharecare.

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Dr. Akkanti's office is located at 6431 Fannin St Houston, TX 77030. You can find other locations and directions on Sharecare.

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Dr. Akkanti provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.

Is Dr. Bindu Akkanti, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Bindu Akkanti, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center and Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital.

Is Dr. Bindu Akkanti, MD a board-certified professional?

Yes, Dr. Bindu Akkanti, MD holds board certification in Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease.

Does Dr. Bindu Akkanti, MD receive good ratings from patients?

Dr. Bindu Akkanti, MD has a star rating of 5.0/5. See more patient feedback on Sharecare.

Hospital Affiliations

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital
18220 State Highway 249, Houston, TX
Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center
6411 Fannin St, Houston, TX
Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital
1635 North Loop W, Houston, TX

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