Lauren Akers, DO

Hematologist

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Lauren Akers, DO

Hematologist

Cook Children's Hematology and Oncology Prosper

4200 W. University Drive
Prosper, TX 75078

Main Phone Number Icon 682-303-4200

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4.9 out of 5

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Need to refer a patient or consult with a pediatric Hematology and Oncology specialist? Please call us at 682-303-4200.

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Meet Dr. Lauren Akers

Dr. Akers knew that she was going to be a pediatrician when she was 12 years old, after losing a childhood friend to cystic fibrosis. During college and for three years after graduation, she worked at the UC Davis Medical Center as a clinical research coordinator in the fields of cardiology, gastroenterology, rheumatology, women's health and asthma. Though she enjoyed her research, she never lost sight of her original dream of helping children, and returned to school to obtain her medical degree in 1998.

During medical school and residency, Dr. Akers became interested in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology. She was drawn to taking care of her patients at their sickest and most vulnerable times, and watching them respond to treatment and thrive. "Children have such an amazing resiliency, and caring for them is an honor and a privilege," says Dr. Akers.

After completing her fellowship at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Dr. Akers joined the Hematology and Oncology team at Cook Children's in 2008. She takes care of children with a variety of cancers and blood disorders. Her experience as a clinical research coordinator prior to medical school has been very beneficial in enrolling patients on multiple clinical trials. Participating in clinical research is why pediatric cancer survival rates have steadily improved over the last 30 years.

Dr. Akers is excited to be a part of Cook Children's expansion into Prosper, where she is the Hematology and Oncology physician in the new multi-specialty clinic and medical center. The opening of the multispecialty clinic has given children in Denton and Collin counties the ability to have hematology consultations, short infusions and chemotherapy much closer to home. When the Infusion Center and medical center open, these services will be greatly expanded.

Outside of work, Dr. Akers enjoys spending time with her family, especially her husband and daughter. She enjoys traveling, family game nights, reading, and playing the piano.

Services

Cancer diagnosis and care
Chemotherapy
Hematology consultations
Infusions
Oncology consultations

Reviews

Average rating:

4.9

Questions were addressed	4.9 4.9 (48)
Provider explained things clearly	4.9 4.9 (47)
Likelihood of recommending this provider	4.9 4.9 (48)
Trust/confidence in physicians	4.9 4.9 (48)

What our families say

March 11, 2025

All the staff were very friendly thank you
March 06, 2025

Dr. Akers is amazing and always makes my daughter feel very comfortable and listens to her fears and concerns and assures her they are valid. [...] our medical assistant was amazing and very sweet. Can't say enough good things about Cook Children's hematology and oncology in Prosper.
February 17, 2025

Dr. Akers was very good with my child. Took a great care talking to him.
January 30, 2025

She was very assertive and hands on with my child
January 28, 2025

Everyone was really great with my kids in the back office! From the medical assistants to the nurse to dr Akers.
January 14, 2025

We love all the staff and they always take excellent care of [...].
December 12, 2024

We absolutely love the infusion/oncology/surgery team. They treat us like family and our daughter always enjoys going to all of her appointments at Cook Children's!
December 11, 2024

The nurses and doctor were really great
October 17, 2024

Dr. Ackers is wonderful. Kind and thorough. Thankful for her expertise.
September 19, 2024

My child loves this team. They are a wonderful group of nurses that work together, takes time to learn the child and parent, they listen and they to accommodate as needed. Very prompt and respectful
August 23, 2024

The phlebotomy tec was very kind and offered numbing spray as my son hates having his blood drawn.
August 21, 2024

The entire staff was so amazing.
August 21, 2024

When it was time for the blood draw the three women that performed the draw was the best experience for me. They made me feel at ease and my baby was did amazing with the nurses distracting him getting the job done quickly And safe.
August 17, 2024

The nurse n the doctor both were good n very patient
August 17, 2024

It was a good experience as my husband couldn't accompany me I was nervous but the blood work was smooth
August 01, 2024

Excellent staff, very pleasant experience.
August 01, 2024

Dr. Akers, the nurse and receptionist were excellent!
July 24, 2024

I appreciated how much time the doctor spent with us and listened to what we had to say.
July 11, 2024

The MA was super nice and took blood easily. Doctor answered all my questions
June 15, 2024

From registration at the front, they were awesome. The two who took the labs were awesome with my daughter. The provider was awesome from start to finish. I wish everywhere we go in this world there were more people like them. Taking pride in their job I could tell they loved what they do.
May 23, 2024

We had a great first visit. Wait time were short and doctors took their time and listened to concerns and explained in detail all questions. It was interesting because there were other patients out front but once in a room we felt like we were the only patients there. It was a great experience.
May 05, 2024

The two nurses were excellent, very friendly, and welcoming our child was very kind. The Dr., was very kind, knowledgeable, and sweet especially when talking about the diagnosis
April 26, 2024

Dr.Aker is so thorough, a great listener, and she truly cared about helping us figure out what was wrong with my daughter.The nurse, MA, and child life specialist made this the smoothest and lowest anxiety appointment we have ever had with my child! Thankful for such a wonderful crew!
April 25, 2024

WE LOVE EVERYONE IN DR. AKERS OFFICE AND INFUSION. [...] WITH CHILD LIFE. THEY ARE ALL AMAZING. WE HAVE BECOME MORE LIKE FAMILY WITH ALL OF THEM DUE TO OUR WEEKLY VISITS. THEY EASE OUR MINDS WITH ANY CONCERNS WE HAVE AND THEY TREAT OUR BABY GIRL THE BEST AND SPOIL HER. SHE LOVES GOING TO SEE DR. AKERS AND ALL HER STAFF.
April 06, 2024

Dr. Akers does a wonderful job of relating to our child, and explaining things so that she understands. Our daughter often repeats what Dr Akers taught her when she is talking to others about her appointments. Hannah is our nurse from infusion- she heard that our child was in for a check-up and came in to say Hi and check about how she was feeling after her infusion. It was above and beyond the regular care, and our daughter loved seeing her.
April 03, 2024

Dr. Akers was so easy to talk to and she did such an amazing job of explaining everything we needed to know about my son's condition. She took all the time we needed as parents to answer questions and not once did we feel rushed. Her nurse that took my son's vitals and information was friendly, helpful and patient.

Publications

Presentations:

Kannan, S., Sutphin, R. M., Hall, M. G., Golfman, L. S., Fang, W., Nolo, R. M., AKERS, L. J., Hammitt, R. A., McMurray, J. S., Kornblau, S. M., Melnick, A. M., Figueroa, M. E., & Zweidler-McKay, P. A. (2013). Notch activation inhibits AML growth and survival: A potential therapeutic approach. The Journal of Experimental Medicine, 210(2), 321-337.
Levy, A. G., Zage, P. E., AKERS, L. J., Ghisoli, M. L., Chen, Z., Fang, W., Kannan, S., Graham, T., Zeng, L., Franklin, A. R., Huang, P., & Zweidler-McKay, P. A. (2012). The combination of the novel glycolysis inhibitor 3-BrOP and rapamycin is effective against neuroblastoma. Investigational New Drugs, 30(1), 191-199.
MURRAY, J. C., AKERS, L. J., HEYM, K., & Biegel, J. (2012). Sequential childhood neoplasms-leukemia following central nervous system tumors. Paper presented at the 25th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology (ASPHO 2012), New Orleans, LA. Mary 9-12, 2012, 58(7) 1056
AKERS, L. J., Fang, W., Levy, A. G., Franklin, A. R., Huang, P., & Zweidler-McKay, P. A. (2011). Targeting glycolysis in leukemia: A novel inhibitor 3-BrOP in combination with rapamycin. Leukemia Research, 35(6), 814-820.
Levy, A., AKERS, L. J., Ghisoli, M. L., Graham, T. C., Zeng, L., Nolo, R., Zage, P. E., Fang, W., Kannan, S., Franklin, A. R., Huang, P., & Zweidler-McKay, P. A. (2009). Neuroblastoma and the Warburg effect: The novel glycolysis inhibitor 3-BrOP is effective in vitro and in vivo. 22nd Annual Meeting of the American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, San Diego, CA. April 22-25, 2009
AKERS, L. J., Franklin, A. R., Fang, W., Levy, A. G., Huang, P., & Zweidler-McKay, P. A. (2008). The novel glycolysis inhibitor, 3-BrOP, has broad activity against acute lymphoblastic leukemias (ALL), and synergizes with rapamycin. 21st Annual Meeting of the American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Cincinnati, OH. May 14-17, 2008
AKERS, L. J. (2007). The novel glycolysis inhibitor, 3-BrOP, offers a potential therapeutic approach in ALL and AML. 20th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Toronto, Ontario Canada. May 3-7, 2007
AKERS, L. J., Franklin, A. R., Fang, W., Levy, A. G., Huang, P., & Zweidler-McKay, P. A. (2007). The novel glycolysis inhibitor, 3-BrOP, has broad activity against acute lymphoid leukemias and potentiates methotrexate and rapamycin. 49th ASH (American Society of Hematology) Annual Meeting and Exposition, Atlanta, GA. December 8-11, 2007, 110(11) Abs. 4203.
AKERS, L. J., & Hughes, D. P. M. (2007). Decreasing clearance time of high-dose methotrexate following pre-treatment with folic acid. 20th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Toronto, Ontario Canada. May 3-7, 2007

Media

Dr. Lauren Akers Named to D Magazine 2022 Best Pediatric Specialists

Education

Medical School:
Nova Southeastern University, College of Osteopathic Medicine, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Residency:
Austin Medical Education Programs, Seton Healthcare Network, Children's Hospital of Austin, Austin, Texas
Fellowship:
University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas
Board Certifications:
American Board of Pediatrics
American Board of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology

Affiliations

Cook Children's Physician Network, American Society of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology, Children's Oncology Group

Lauren Akers, DO

Hematologist

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