Uzoma Chris Osuchukwu, MD, MPH
Psychiatrist
North Las Vegas Las Vegas NV, 89031About
Uzoma Chris Osuchukwu, MD, MPH, is a psychiatrist who diagnoses and treats patients at Advanced Psychiatry in North Las Vegas, Nevada. Furthermore, he is the Director of the Child and Adolescent Unit at Montevista Hospital Red Rock Behavioral Health Hospital in Las Vegas, NV. “Montevista Hospital is an acute behavioral health hospital serving children, adolescents, adults and seniors located in Las Vegas, NV. We provide a structured, therapeutic and safe environment for those patients who require acute care with psychiatric, as well as adolescent residential care”, states the official website of Montevista Hospital. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Uzoma Osuchukwu has training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health, including substance use disorders. His impressive professional journey spans thirteen years. His knowledge and expertise cover all facets of psychiatry with an emphasis on child and adolescent psychiatry.
Education and Training
Ahmadu Bello University 2000
Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
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Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, the American Medical Association, and the American Psychiatric Association
Fellowships
- North Shore LIJ School of Medicine
Internships
- NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem; North Shore University Hospital
Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, American Psychiatric Association, American Medical Association
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