Dr. Onwura Michael Obiekwe MD
Family Practitioner
601 S 8TH ST GRIFFIN GA, 30224About
Dr. Onwura Obiekwe is a family practitioner practicing in Riverdale, GA. Dr. Obiekwe specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Obiekwe possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Univ of Lagos Coll of Med-Lagos,Nigeria 1979
University Lagos
University of Lagos College of Medicine
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Heart Failure
- Pain
- Schizophrenia
- Vascular Disease
Professional Memberships
- Member Emory Healthcare Network Physician
Fellowships
- Emory University School of Medicine
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