What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.22
Average wait time
4.50
Bedside manner
4.25
“Dr was very professional and answered all my questions and concerns. Recommended the best course of treatment and care. I was very comfortable with the outcome of my appointment.”
Deshawn N.December 31, 2025Video visit
“It was just a great experience and I’ll continue to use Dr. Okolo in the future. He was friendly, courteous, and very professional. ”
Tim H.November 27, 2025Video visit
About Dr. Emmanuel Okolo
Dr. Emmanuel Okolo is an internist who sees patients in person at New Era Clinic/New Era 24 Urgent Care in Houston, TX. He also provides virtual consultations.
As part of his formal education, Dr. Okolo completed a medical degree at the University of Calabar and a residency in internal medicine at The Brooklyn Hospital Center. He received the Kaplan Medical Honors Society award and is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. Okolo has vast experience working for different health systems in multiple states, including North Dakota, Mississippi, Missouri, New York, Arizona, and Texas. In Texas, he worked for various health systems, such as Methodist, Memorial Hermann, Arise Austin, The hospital at Westlake, Woodland Heights, HCA Houston, Harris County, Doctors Hospital, Corpus Christi Medical Center, and Shannon Medical Center. During the COVID pandemic, he was heavily involved in the first response and management of critically ill patients in several parts of Texas, including Houston.
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Dr. Emmanuel Okolo, MD also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine
Education and training
- Medical School - University of Calabar, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
- The Brooklyn Hospital Center, Residency in Internal Medicine
Awards and publications
- Kaplan Medical Honors society- I received the Kaplan Medical Society Honors Awards for excellent performance in the Step 1 and Step 2 of the United States Medical Licensing Exams
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1629316609
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.22
Wait time
4.50
Bedside manner
4.25
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Great I would definitely recommend a friend he was straight to the point 10 out of 10
December 22, 2025Jermaine J.Verified patientVideo visit
Awesome doctor very patient and thorough in his evaluation of me.
December 23, 2025Craig M.Verified patientVideo visit
Excellent
February 19, 2026Camille W.Verified patientVideo visit
Both prescriptions were never called in and the providers office never answers their 24/7 phone number after calling them 8 different times over 24 hours.
The doctor also sent a nurse to the appointment when it said the application was with him which is unscrupulous.
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Very professional and great bedside manner!
January 30, 2026Ashley G.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr was very professional and answered all my questions and concerns. Recommended the best course of treatment and care. I was very comfortable with the outcome of my appointment.
December 31, 2025Deshawn N.Verified patientVideo visit
Easy and smooth
December 30, 2025Camille W.Verified patientVideo visit
Highly recommended wonderful friendly staff
December 3, 2025Marshetta B.Verified patient
It was just a great experience and I’ll continue to use Dr. Okolo in the future. He was friendly, courteous, and very professional.
November 27, 2025Tim H.Verified patientVideo visit
Charged me through urgent care visit even though it was an OV and specifically made appt for annual physical. Did not send any orders or labs.
November 25, 2025Alan R.Verified patientVideo visit
Great
November 24, 2025Emanuel M.Verified patientVideo visit
Very nice doctor, explained and educated me more about my health and my personal duties in making sure u follow the uses of my medication regularly. Doctor well professional both in communication and teaching
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Where is Dr. Emmanuel Okolo's office located?
Dr. Emmanuel Okolo has 2 office locations in Houston, view full addresses on Dr. Okolo's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Emmanuel Okolo have?
Dr. Emmanuel Okolo is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Emmanuel Okolo?
Dr. Emmanuel Okolo frequently sees patients for Allergy Consultation, Annual Physical, Chiropractic Consultation, Illness, and Pediatric Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Emmanuel Okolo on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Emmanuel Okolo speak?
Dr. Emmanuel Okolo speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Emmanuel Okolo in reviews?
27 patients have reviewed Dr. Emmanuel Okolo. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.22/5. They have a 4.25/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.