Dr. Nnenna Ihuoma Okigbo M.D.
Internist
11161 New Hampshire Ave Suite 400 Silver Spring MD, 20904About
Dr. Nnenna Okigbo is an internist practicing in Silver Spring, MD. Dr. Okigbo specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Okigbo provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
University Of Nigeria Faculty Of Med University Of Nigeria Teaching Hospital MD
University of Nigeria Faculty of Medicine 1995
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Bronchitis
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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