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Dr. Lee Akst, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat* Age 51
Dr. Lee Akst, MD
4.3 (18 Ratings)
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Dr. Lee Akst, MD is a Head & Neck Surgery Otolaryngologist in Baltimore, MD.
Dr. Lee Akst, MD
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Dr. Lee Akst, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat* Age 51
Baltimore, MD
Accepting new patients
25 years of experience
Dr. Lee Akst, MD is a Head & Neck Surgery Otolaryngologist in Baltimore, MD.

About

Dr. Akst graduated from Yale School of Medicine in 1999 and completed a residency at Cleveland Clinic Foundation.Dr. Lee Akst, MD is a Head & Neck Surgery Otolaryngologist in Baltimore, MD and has 25 years experience. Dr. Akst currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with The Johns Hopkins Hospital and Greater Baltimore Medical Center. Dr. Akst has experience treating conditions like Dysphagia, Head and Neck Cancer and Vocal Cord Paralysis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Akst received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Dr. Akst's office accepts new patients. Dr. Akst is board certified in Otolaryngology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Dysphagia
Head and Neck Cancer
Vocal Cord Paralysis
Dysphagia
Head and Neck Cancer
Vocal Cord Paralysis
Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT) Cancer
Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Laryngeal Cancer
Laryngitis
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
Oral Cancer
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Obstructive Laryngitis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Respiratory Infection
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Chronic Laryngitis
Chronic Pharyngitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Cleft Lip and Palate
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Loss of Smell and Taste
Loss of Taste
Pharyngitis
Pharyngolaryngitis
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Throat Pain
Tongue Cancer
Tonsil Cancer
Vocal Cord Nodule
Vocal Cord Polyp
Wheezing
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Acoustic Neuroma
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Allergic Reaction
Allergic Rhinitis
Autoimmune Diseases
Bell's Palsy
Benign Pituitary Gland Tumor
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Brain Disorders
Broken Nose
Cancer
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Cervical Vertigo
Chronic Rhinitis
Cleft Palate
Conductive Hearing Loss
Corticobasal Degeneration
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Deviated Septum
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Ear Disorders
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Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gum Cancer
Headache
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Hyperparathyroidism
Hypoglossal Nerve Disorder
Larynx Conditions
Leukoplakia
Loss of Voice or Hoarse Voice
Malignant Bone Cancer of the Skull, Face, and Jaw
Nasal Polyp
Nose Cancer
Oral or Facial Cleft
Osteosarcoma
Otitis Media
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid Cancer
Peritonsillar Abscess
Postnasal Drip
Pulmonary Disease
Salivary Gland Cancer
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Sjögren's Syndrome
Sleep Disorders
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Sore Throat
Sudden Deafness and-or Hearing Loss
Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
Thrush
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Thyroid Cancer
Tinnitus
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TMJ
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Tongue-Tie
Tonsillitis
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Vertigo
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Antrostomy and Antrotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Audiometry
Carotid Ultrasound
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision of Facial Bone
Excision or Destruction of Pharynx Lesion
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Laryngoscopy - Laryngotomy - Laryngectomy - Pharyngolaryngectomy - Pharyngectomy
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Oral Cancer Screening
Thyroid Scan
Tracheal Surgery
Ultrasound

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Locations

  1. 1 Johns Hopkins Plastic Surg Ass
    601 N Caroline St, Baltimore, MD 21287
  2. 2 Greater Baltimore Medical Center
    6569 N Charles St, Towson, MD 21204
  3. 3 Office
    10803 Falls Rd, Lutherville, MD 21093
  4. 4 Office
    10803 Falls Rd, Lutherville, MD 21093

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Akst
4.3
Based on 18 Reviews
5 Stars (15)
4 Stars (0)
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1 Star (3)

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Jul 18, 2024
Highly knowledgeable, compassionate, clear communicator. Highly recommend.
John S. — Jul 18, 2024
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Specialties*
Ear, Nose, and Throat
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Yale School of Medicine
    1999
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation
    2000
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation
    2005
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Massachusetts General Hospital
    2006
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Lee Akst, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Akst's profile.

Dr. Akst frequently treats the following conditions: Dysphagia, Head and Neck Cancer and Vocal Cord Paralysis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Lee Akst, MD is affiliated with The Johns Hopkins Hospital and Greater Baltimore Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Lee Akst, MD holds board certification in Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans St, Baltimore, MD

  • Greater Baltimore Medical Center

    6701 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD