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Dr. Paul Akerman, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 67
Dr. Paul Akerman, MD
3.6 (14 Ratings)

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Dr. Paul Akerman, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 67
Providence, RI
Accepting new patients
39 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Paul Akerman, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Providence, RI.

About

Dr. Akerman graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences. Dr. Paul Akerman, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Providence, RI and has 39 years experience. Dr. Akerman currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with The Miriam Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital. Dr. Akerman has experience treating conditions like Pelvic Abscess, Gastroptosis and Dysphagia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Akerman received an average rating of 3.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 14 times. Dr. Akerman's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Akerman also speaks Spanish. Dr. Akerman is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Gastroptosis
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Pelvic Abscess
Gastroptosis
Dysphagia
Pelvic Abscess
Gastroptosis
Dysphagia
Esophagitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Abdominal Pain
Constipation
Gallstones
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Duodenal Polypectomy
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
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Anemia
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Barrett's Esophagus
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Celiac Disease
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Dehydration
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenal Ulcer
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
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Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastritis
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Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
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Reflux Esophagitis
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Ulcerative Colitis
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Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Viral Enteritis
Vitamin_Deficiency
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Bile Duct Procedure
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Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
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Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Acidosis
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Acute Bronchitis
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Acute Pharyngitis
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ADHD and-or ADD
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Allergic Rhinitis
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Asthma
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Atherosclerosis
Back Pain
Balanoposthitis
Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Bedsores
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Bladder Infection
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bowel Strangulation
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
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Congenital Anomaly Intestine
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Crohn's Disease
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
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Difficulty With Walking
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Hereditary Amyloidosis
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Hyperlipidemia
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Infectious Diarrheal Disease
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Lactose Intolerance
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Pain
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Lipid Disorders
Liver Abscess
Low Back Pain
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Nasopharyngitis
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neurogenic Bladder
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Onychomycosis
Osteoarthritis
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Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
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Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
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Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pharyngitis
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Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
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Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Immunization Administration
Liver Biopsy
Transendoscopic Stent Placement

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Locations

  1. 1 Daniel Quirk MD Inc.
    33 Staniford St, Providence, RI 02905
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 421-8800
  2. 2 Joseph D. Pianka MD Inc.
    110 Clock Tower Sq, Portsmouth, RI 02871
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 293-5600
  3. 3 Univ. Pulmonary Associates
    1407 S County Trl, East Greenwich, RI 02818
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 886-4040
  4. 4 Opitmal Heath Group LLC
    1351 S County Trl Bldg 3, East Greenwich, RI 02818
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 421-8800
  5. 5 Ocean State Endoscopy Center
    148 W River St Ste 3, Providence, RI 02904
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 421-6306

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3.6
Based on 14 Reviews
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Patient Reviews
Jun 27, 2016
I was admitted @ Ri hospital. I was having GI problems. Dr. Ackerman explained the procedure to me and reassured me I would be okay. I could feel the God all over him. I became very relaxed and all my anxiousness and fear disappeared !
Paula Watters in Providence, RI — Jun 27, 2016
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences
    1985
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Board Certifications

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  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Paul Akerman, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Akerman's profile.

Dr. Akerman frequently treats the following conditions: Pelvic Abscess, Gastroptosis and Dysphagia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Paul Akerman, MD is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Paul Akerman, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • The Miriam Hospital

    164 Summit Ave, Providence, RI

  • Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, Providence, RI