Dr. Nour Akil

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Nour Akil is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Duke University, specializing in Pulmonary Sleep Medicine. She completed her Clinical Fellowship in Pediatric Pulmonology at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, further honing her expertise in managing respiratory issues in children. Prior to this, she completed her residency in Pediatrics and an internship in Internal Medicine at the University of Iowa and Lebanese American University, respectively. Dr. Akil is actively involved in research, focusing on the intersection of sleep disorders and chronic health conditions in pediatric populations. Her work includes investigation into the effects of Hydroxyurea therapy on sleep-disordered breathing in children with sickle cell disease, which reflects her commitment to advancing pediatric health outcomes through evidence-based practice. Dr. Akil holds an M.D. from the American University of Beirut and has contributed to several publications within her area of expertise, showcasing her dedication to the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Teaching and supervising medical residents in Pediatrics with a focus on Pulmonary Sleep Medicine.

Clinical Fellow

— Present

Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center • Memphis, TN

Completion of pediatric pulmonary fellowship.

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)