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Dr. Bindu Akkanti, MD
Critical Care Medicine* Age 46
Dr. Bindu Akkanti, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)

Offers telehealth
Map Pin Small Houston, TX
Dr. Bindu Akkanti, MD is a Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX.
Dr. Bindu Akkanti, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)

Dr. Bindu Akkanti, MD

Critical Care Medicine* Age 46
Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
22 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Bindu Akkanti, MD is a Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX.

About Dr. Bindu Akkanti, MD

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 22 years experience. 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. 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
Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
Pulmonary Hypertension
Shortness of Breath
Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
Pulmonary Hypertension
Shortness of Breath
Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
Pulmonary Hypertension
Interstitial Lung Disease
Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
Respiratory Failure
Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension
Sleep Apnea
Pulmonary Embolism
Emphysema
Gallstones
Mild Asthma
Pleural Effusion
Pulmonary Edema
Sleep Study
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Asthma
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COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Bronchiolitis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Bronchiectasis
Acute Bronchiolitis
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Chronic Sinusitis
Bronchitis
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Acute Bronchitis
Abdominal Pain
Chest Pain
Esophageal Varices
Non-Traumatic Brain Injury
Pneumonia
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Hypoxemia
Acidosis
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Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Administrative Physical
Alkalosis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
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Anemia
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Animal Allergies
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Appendicitis
Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Aspergillosis
Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Back Pain
Barrett's Esophagus
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Bird Flu
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Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Breast Cancer
Bursitis
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Central Cyanosis
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Pulmonary Embolism
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Chylothorax
Classic Polyarteritis Nodosa
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Confusion
Constipation
Cough
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Crohn's Disease
Cryptococcosis
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dehydration
Diabetes Type 1
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Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Down Syndrome
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Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
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Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
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Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
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Fibromyalgia
Gait Abnormality
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Goodpasture's Disease
Gout
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Hair Loss
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Heart Disease
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Hepatopulmonary Syndrome
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Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Histoplasmosis
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hypercalcemia
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Hyperlipidemia
Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
Hypertension
Hypogonadism
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Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
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Influenza (Flu)
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Long COVID Disorder
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Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Weakness
Mycobacterial Lung Infection
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Neurogenic Bladder
Nicotine Addiction
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Osteosarcoma
Otitis Media
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Pharyngitis
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pneumoconiosis and Pneumonopathy
Pneumonitis (Due to Solids or Liquids)
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Prostatitis
Proteinuria
Pulmonary Disease
Pulmonary Insufficiency
Radiculopathy
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Restless Leg Syndrome
Rheumatoid Lung Disease
Rib Fracture
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Sarcoidosis
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Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
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Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Swine Flu
Systemic Sclerosis
Testicular Dysfunction
Thyroid Goiter
Tobacco Use Disorder
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Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome
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Arterial Line Insertion
Breath Testing
Bronchoscopy
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Fiberoptic Bronchoscopy
Intubation
Mechanical Ventilation
Pulmonary Procedures
Respiratory Management
Thoracentesis

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  • Medicaid
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  • United Healthcare
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
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  • Humana
  • Houston Area HMO-Standard
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Where Dr. Bindu Akkanti, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 Wellspring Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery PA
    6400 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 704-4300
  2. 2 University of Texas Medical Foundation
    6431 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030
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Feb 26, 2026
From the moment we came in the door. The love and compassion given is utterly amazing. The knowledge and the way things are explained are so wonderful. Love love the hope and care given to me and my family
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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
Critical Care Medicine
Pulmonary Disease
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Bindu Akkanti, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Akkanti's profile.

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

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

Yes, Dr. Bindu Akkanti, MD holds board certification in Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease.
Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
    2004
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Internship
  • Baylor College of Medicine
    2005
Internship
Residency Hospital
  • Boston University Medical Center
    2008
Residency Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
  • Baylor University
    2011
Fellowship Hospital

Hospitals Where Dr. Bindu Akkanti, MD Practices

  • Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center

    6411 Fannin St, Houston, TX

  • Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital

    1635 North Loop W, Houston, TX

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