Dr. Chukwuemeka Onwuzuruigbo, MD

Dr. Chukwuemeka Onwuzuruigbo, MD

Surgeon
4004 Forley St, Elmhurst, NY
Chuks John Onwu, M.D., is a board-certified Cardio-Thoracic Surgeon with extensive expertise in his field. Dr. Onwu earned his M.B.B.S. (international medical degree) from the University of Ibadan, College of Medicine, Ibadan, Nigeria. His rigorous medical training includes a general surgery residency at the Medical Center of Delaware, and two separate cardio-thoracic surgery fellowships at Crozer Chester Medical Center in Upland, PA, and Hahnemann University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Onwu is dedicated to providing comprehensive patient care and holds the prestigious distinction of being a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (F.A.C.S.). He is also affiliated with several organizations, including the American Medical Association and the Medical Society of the State of New York. Dr. Onwu’s Care Philosophy: “I believe in providing comprehensive, minimally invasive care from the first consultation through full recovery.”
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About Dr. Chukwuemeka Onwuzuruigbo

Chuks John Onwu, M.D., is a board-certified Cardio-Thoracic Surgeon with extensive expertise in his field. Dr. Onwu earned his M.B.B.S. (international medical degree) from the University of Ibadan, College of Medicine, Ibadan, Nigeria. His rigorous medical training includes a general surgery residency at the Medical Center of Delaware, and two separate cardio-thoracic surgery fellowships at Crozer Chester Medical Center in Upland, PA, and Hahnemann University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Onwu is dedicated to providing comprehensive patient care and holds the prestigious distinction of being a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (F.A.C.S.). He is also affiliated with several organizations, including the American Medical Association and the Medical Society of the State of New York. Dr. Onwu’s Care Philosophy: “I believe in providing comprehensive, minimally invasive care from the first consultation through full recovery.”

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Popular visit reasons

Claudication
Diabetic Foot
Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
Restless Legs Syndrome
Spider Vein Treatment
Varicose Vein Treatment
Varicose Vein(s)
Venous Stasis
Claudication
Diabetic Foot
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Office locations

USA Vein Clinics (1 of 3)
4004 Forley St, Elmhurst, NY 11373
USA Vein Clinics (2 of 3)
2350 Nesconset Hwy, Stony Brook, NY 11790
USA Vein Clinics (3 of 3)
260 W Sunrise Hwy, Ste 102B, Valley Stream, NY 11581
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Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Surgery

Education and training

  • Medical School - College Of Medicine, University Of Ibadan, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
  • Crozer-Chester Medical Center (Fellowship)
  • Hahnemann Medical Group (Fellowship)
  • Medical Center of Delaware, Residency in General Surgery
  • Crozer Chester Medical Center, Fellowship in Cardiothoracic Surgery

Professional memberships

  • American College of Surgeons
  • American Medical Association
  • Medical Society of the State of New York

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1760582746

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Dr. Chukwuemeka Onwuzuruigbo is certified by American Board of Surgery.

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Dr. Chukwuemeka Onwuzuruigbo frequently sees patients for Diabetic Foot, Restless Legs Syndrome, Spider Vein Treatment, Varicose Vein Treatment, and Varicose Vein(s). You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Chukwuemeka Onwuzuruigbo on their profile.

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