Desiree Akarue, PA-C
Surgical Hospitalist
Physician Assistant-Certified
Phone:
832-824-1000
Languages: English
Departments:
Office location:
6621 Fannin Street
Houston, TX 77030
Get to know Desiree Akarue, PA-C
Desiree Akarue, PA-C is a Physician Assistant who provides patient-centered care for the Surgical Hospitalist team at Texas Children's Hospital. She and the team provide care for multiple, high-volume services including General Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Otolaryngology, Hand Surgery, Urology, and Orthopedic Surgery. Her responsibilities include evaluating surgical concerns in the emergency room, performing trauma evaluations and guiding trauma management, caring for surgical patients admitted to the hospital before and after surgery, and performing procedures for various surgical specialties. She is interested in optimizing patient care through patient advocacy, interdisciplinary communication, evidence-based medicine, and quality improvement research.
Personal Statement
I strive to provide high-quality, evidence-based care to my patients and their families through a holistic approach of active listening and engagement. Every patient deserves high quality care.
Clinical Interests
Advanced laceration repairs and other procedures for the surgical specialties in her professional spectrum
Education
| School | Education | Degree | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chamberlain University | Masters | Master of Physician Assistant Studies | 2024 |
| Texas A&M University | Bachelors | Bachelor of Science in Allied Health | 2021 |
Organizations
| Organization Name | Role |
|---|---|
| American Academy of Physician Associates | Member |
Board Certifications
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
Texas Medical Board
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