Nana Adoma Owusu-Nyamekye, MD

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Get to know Internist Dr. Nana Adoma Owusu-Nyamekye, who serves patients in Woodbridge, Virginia.

Dr. Owusu-Nyamekye is a well-versed internist specializing in the medical treatment of adults. She is in practice with Sentara Family & Internal Medicine Physicians in Woodbridge, Virginia.

A part of the Sentara Healthcare network, Sentara Family & Internal Medicine Physicians is well-equipped to care for a wide variety of medical needs for all members of the family, from children to seniors. The compassionate staff is dedicated to providing superior patient care through an integrated, coordinated, and responsive approach to operations and services. They believe in partnering with patients to proactively work together toward better health.

A 2011 graduate of the University of Massachusetts Medical School, Dr. Owusu-Nyamekye went on to further her training. She performed her internship and residency in internal medicine at MCV Hospitals – VCU Health System in 2012 and 2014, respectively. 

A member of the American College of Physicians, she is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.

Internal medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases. Physicians specializing in internal medicine are called internists. They manage and prevent common and complex diseases by providing comprehensive care and promoting overall well-being.

On a more personal note, Dr. Owusu-Nyamekye is fluent in English, Spanish, and French.

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