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Dr. James Akin Jr, MD

Dr. James Akin Jr, MD

Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility*
35+ years of experience

Dr. James Akin Jr, MD is a reproductive & infertility endocrinologist in Lexington, KY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Kentucky in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Piedmont Hospital and Baptist Health Lexington. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 38 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (38 reviews)

Practice

1760 Nicholasville Rd Ste 501 Lexington, KY 40503

Make an Appointment

(859) 260-1515

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Akin Jr is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington Lexington, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Akin Jr is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Akin Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Akin Jr

4.1

38 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
74%
74%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
5%
5%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
18%
18%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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X – Jul 03, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 02, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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T.V – Dec 19, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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J.M – Dec 03, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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A.E – May 19, 2016
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biography

Dr. James Akin Jr, MD is a reproductive & infertility endocrinologist in Lexington, KY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Kentucky in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Piedmont Hospital and Baptist Health Lexington. He is accepting new patients.

  • Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility

  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Kentucky

    Medical School, 1985
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Dr. Akin Jr is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Bluegrass Fertility Center1760 Nicholasville Rd Ste 501 Lexington, KY 40503
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Baptist Health Lexington

      1740 Nicholasville Rd
      Lexington, KY 40503
      Recipient of 7
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      17% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Baptist Health Richmond

      801 Eastern Byp
      Richmond, KY 40475
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      84%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Piedmont Hospital

      1968 Peachtree Rd NW
      Atlanta, GA 30309
      Recipient of 30
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality