Dr. Njideka Emily Orimilikwe M.D.
Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology
4439 State Route 159 Suite 204 Chillicothe OH, 45601About
Dr. Njideka Orimilikwe is a nephrologist practicing in Chillicothe, OH. Dr. Orimilikwe specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Orimilikwe most typically treats conditions like kidney stones, chronic kidney disease, acute renal failure, polycystuc kidney disease, high blood pressure and more. Nephrologists are also experts on kidney transplantation and dialysis. They are usually referred to by primary care physicians for problems related to the kidneys, and while they can perform tests to diagnose kidney disorders, they do not perform surgeries.
Education and Training
Rutgers 2003
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology
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