Dr. Akinyinka Ajelabi, MD

Dr. Akinyinka Ajelabi, MD

Pulmonologist
201 Kingwood Medical Dr, Kingwood, TX
4.91
“Great friendly staff. Doctor A had Excellent bedside manner. Listened intently to what I was struggling with and found a solution. Can’t wait for my follow up visit with him.”
Andrea O.August 12, 2025
Highly recommended
96% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.91

Average wait time

4.55

Bedside manner

4.82
“Great friendly staff. Doctor A had Excellent bedside manner. Listened intently to what I was struggling with and found a solution. Can’t wait for my follow up visit with him.”
Andrea O.August 12, 2025
“Very nice doctor, understood the issue immediately and will continue to work with my condition. Highly reccomend!”
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About Dr. Akinyinka Ajelabi

Pulmonologist and intensivist Akinyinka Ajelabi, MD, brings more than a decade of experience in pulmonary care to Kingwood Pulmonary, PA, serving men and women in Kingwood, Texas, and throughout Harris County. Dr. Ajelabi was born and raised in Ibadan, Nigeria. He began his professional pursuits at the University of Ilorin in Ilorin, Nigeria, where he earned his Doctor of Medicine. Dr. Ajelabi subsequently completed a rotational internship at Base Hospital in Lagos, Nigeria, before moving to the United States in 1997. Upon moving to America, Dr. Ajelabi settled in New York City. He completed his internship and residency at the Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center, serving in the department of medicine. In 2000, Dr. Ajelabi moved to Mississippi and completed a fellowship in pulmonary care, critical care, and sleep medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson. Dr. Ajelabi is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Sleep Medicine. Since entering private practice, he’s held a number of positions, including medical director, staff pulmonologist, and intensivist. He is also the medical director of the ICU Kingwood Medical Center. Dr. Ajelabi has a breadth of experience and a depth of knowledge in all respiratory and pulmonary issues. He always sets aside plenty of time to meet with new patients and develops treatment plans based on their individual medical histories and concerns. Dr. Ajelabi proudly holds membership in the American College of Chest Physicians, the American College of Physicians, and the American Thoracic Society. He’s also earned a number of awards during the course of his career, including Physician of the Year in 2013. When Dr. Ajelabi isn’t working with patients or developing treatment plans, you can find him spending time with his lovely wife Evelyn. Dr. Ajelabi welcomes any man or woman seeking comprehensive pulmonary care to Kingwood Pulmonary, PA.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Sleep apnea
Asthma
Pulmonary fibrosis with no known cause
Emphysema (COPD)
Sleep apnea
Asthma
Pulmonary fibrosis with no known cause
Emphysema (COPD)

Office locations

Privia Medical Group Gulf Coast (1 of 2)
201 Kingwood Medical Dr, Kingwood, TX 77339
Privia Medical Group Gulf Coast (2 of 2)
2255 East Mossy Oaks Rd, Ste 500, Spring, TX 77389
1 of 2

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine
  • Sleep Medicine (American Board of Internal Medicine)
  • Pulmonary Disease (American Board of Internal Medicine)
  • Critical Care Medicine (American Board of Internal Medicine)

Education and training

  • Medical School - University of Ilorin College of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
  • University of Mississippi Medical Center, Fellowship in Pulmonary Care
  • University of Mississippi Medical Center, Fellowship in Critical care
  • University of Mississippi Medical Center, Fellowship in Sleep Medicine
  • Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center (Internship)
  • Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center (Residency)

Professional memberships

  • American College of Chest Physicians
  • American College of Physicians
  • American Thoracic Society

Awards and publications

  • He’s also earned a number of awards during the course of his career, including Physician of the Year in 2013

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1841227808

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.91
Wait time
4.55
Bedside manner
4.82
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Very nice doctor, understood the issue immediately and will continue to work with my condition. Highly reccomend!
short wait. friendly nurse. great conversive doctor. obviously is very passionate about what he does.
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Great bedside manner! Informative and very helpful. I would highly reccomend!
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Great friendly staff. Doctor A had Excellent bedside manner. Listened intently to what I was struggling with and found a solution. Can’t wait for my follow up visit with him.
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Honest. Professional. Kind. Wants your input.
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Which board certifications does Dr. Akinyinka Ajelabi have?

Dr. Akinyinka Ajelabi is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine, Sleep Medicine (American Board of Internal Medicine), Pulmonary Disease (American Board of Internal Medicine), and Critical Care Medicine (American Board of Internal Medicine).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Akinyinka Ajelabi?

Dr. Akinyinka Ajelabi frequently sees patients for Cough, High Blood Pressure / Hypertension, Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), Pulmonology Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Akinyinka Ajelabi on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Akinyinka Ajelabi speak?

Dr. Akinyinka Ajelabi speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Akinyinka Ajelabi in reviews?

54 patients have reviewed Dr. Akinyinka Ajelabi. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.91/5. They have a 4.82/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.55/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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