Who is Dr. Acker, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Karen Acker is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Pediatrics at Weill Cornell Medicine and Assistant Attending at Phyllis and David Komansky Children's Hospital at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center. She received her B.S. in biology at Davidson College in Davidson, North Carolina, and then returned to her home state of New York for her medical training. She received her medical degree (M.D.) at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY, and completed her residency in pediatrics at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical College, followed by her fellowship in pediatric infectious diseases at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center. During her fellowship, she developed clinical and research interests in Staphylococcal infections and infections in immunosuppressed patients.Dr. Acker is board-certified in pediatrics and board-eligible for pediatric infectious diseases.
Dr. Acker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Does Dr. Acker accept my insurance?
Dr. Acker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Acker accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Acker in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Acker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Acker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659647881.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Acker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Acker
What is Dr. Karen Acker's specialty?
Dr. Acker is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near New York, NY.
A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments. Contact Dr. Acker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karen Acker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Acker is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly
Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their
excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through
a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise.
The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the
top 25% nationwide.
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Is Karen Acker accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Karen Acker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Acker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Acker's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Acker?
Please contact Dr. Acker's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist Near New York, NY
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Dr. Jin-Young Han, MD is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified.