Luwanga Uzoma Okoro D.O
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
5800 Broadway Suite A-J Merrillville IN, 46410About
Dr. Luwanga Okoro is a cardiologist practicing in Merrillville, IN. Dr. Okoro specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels and the cardiovascular system. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Okoro also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
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