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Dr. Obi Nwasokwa

Dr. Obi Nwasokwa, MD, PhD, FACC

Cardiologist
★★★★★5.0· 4 reviews CARE SCORE 9.0
DocChecker ▲ 5.0 (4)

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About Dr. Obi Nwasokwa

In practice for over 30 years, Dr Obi N.Nwasokwa MD has grown to become one of Queens most respected cardiologists. He also works tirelessly to fund education development in Nigeria.

Languages

English

Services & procedures 11

General CardiologyConsultationECG/EKGFainting/SyncopeCardiology Follow UpGeneral CheckupHeart CheckupHigh Blood Pressure/HypertensionHolter MonitorStent ConsultationStress Test/Stress Test EKG

Background & credentials

Professional statement

Dr Obi Nwasokwa MD is dedicated to improving the cardiovascular health of patients in the five boroughs of New York. Dr Nwasokwa strives to provide patients with the utmost in individualized service, modern technology and personalized care. Patients will find his service exemplary. The latest breakthroughs and technological advances in the treatment and diagnosis of cardiovascular disease are all available to his patients. Through his dynamic approach, he and his staff will deliver the highest quality care available to you and your family members.

Education & training

Yale University, New Haven, CT. 1972 - 1974 Graduated from Yale with B.S. "cum laude" in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry. May 1974 The John Hopkins University School of Medicine. Joint M.D., Ph.D. Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP). 1974 - 1979 Graduated from The John Hopkins Medical School with M.D and Ph.D. Ph.D thesis research was in Myocardial Mechanics and was done in the Department of Biomedical Engineering under thesis advisers Dr. Kiichi Sagawa and Dr. Hiroyuki Suga. May 1979 Internship in Internal Medicine. Emory University School of Medicine Hospitals ( Emory Univ Hospital, Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta VA Hospital etc.) Atlanta, Georgia. 1979 - 1980 Residency in Internal Medicine. Emory University School of Medicine Hospitals, Atlanta, Georgia. 1980 - 1982 Fellowship in Cardiology. Emory University School of Medicine Hospitals, Atlanta, Georgia. 1982 - 1985

Board certifications

National Board of Medical Examiners American Board of Internal Medicine American Board of Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)

Memberships & affiliations

American College of Cardiology American College of Chest Physicians

Awards & publications

The Nigerian Science Society best high school student prize in Biology. 1966 Calhoun ( Residential ) College ( Yale University ) Special Award for extraordinary service. 1974 The John Hopkins Medical Society Student Research Prize. 1978 The John Hopkins Medical Society Student Research Prize. 1979 Long Island Jewish Medical Center Cardiology Fellows Award for teaching. 1996

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PatientDec 2013
★★★★★via DocChecker

Nice doctor, The secretary was very helpful. Very friendly practice.

Recommendation 5/5Bedside manner 5/5Wait time 5/5
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Your O.Jul 2013
★★★★★via DocChecker

Good specialist, under his care i am sure I will be feeling better soon, with my observation I can tell that this specialist knows what he is doing. I like that everyone at this office was very polite too.

Recommendation 5/5Bedside manner 5/5Wait time 4/5
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PatientJun 2013
★★★★★via DocChecker

I have only good things to say about this Cardiologist. All testings were done, doctor and his staff explained everything to me. I am pleased with the service.

Recommendation 5/5Bedside manner 5/5Wait time 4/5
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PatientMay 2013
★★★★★via DocChecker

Great practice! The office has the latest technologies and the staff focus on their patients care.

Recommendation 5/5Bedside manner 5/5Wait time 5/5

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