Dr. Robert David Akerson M.D.
Pathologist | Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology
9587 Clarkson Rd Rapid City SD, 57702About
Dr. Robert Akerson is a pathologist practicing in Rapid City, SD. Dr. Akerson is a doctor who specializes in the study of bodily fluids and tissues. As a pathologist, Dr. Akerson can help your primary care doctor make a diagnosis about your medical condition. Dr. Akerson may perform a tissue biopsy to determine if a patient has cancer, practice genetic testing, and complete a number of laboratory examinations. Pathologists can also perform autopsies which can determine a persons cause of death and gain information about genetic progression of a disease.
Education and Training
Univ of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1978
Board Certification
PathologyAmerican Board of PathologyABP
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