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Dr. Mercy Ugboaja, DNP, PMHNP-BC

Dr. Mercy Ugboaja, DNP, PMHNP-BC

Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatry)
MD
Dr. Mercy Ugboaja is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Across the Lifespan). Her extensive experience includes treatment and care for individuals with Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Substance Abuse and dual diagnosis, among others. She has worked in various psychiatric and mental health care settings and levels as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, as well as in a State Psychiatric Hospital as a psychiatric mental health nurse. With over 10 years in the psychiatric mental health field, Dr. Ugboaja brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to her practice. Dr. Ugboaja earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; her Master of Science in Nursing degree from Monmouth University; and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. She also holds a Master’s degree in Humanities from the Institute of Social Studies, The Hague, The Netherlands, and a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Nigeria Nsukka. She fervently advocates for respect for human dignity and provides psychiatric treatment and care with empathy, cultural sensitivity, and competence.

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.29

Average wait time

4.33

Bedside manner

4.33

About Dr. Mercy Ugboaja

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Mercy Ugboaja

Dr. Mercy Ugboaja is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Across the Lifespan). Her extensive experience includes treatment and care for individuals with Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Substance Abuse and dual diagnosis, among others. She has worked in various psychiatric and mental health care settings and levels as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, as well as in a State Psychiatric Hospital as a psychiatric mental health nurse. With over 10 years in the psychiatric mental health field, Dr. Ugboaja brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to her practice. Dr. Ugboaja earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; her Master of Science in Nursing degree from Monmouth University; and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. She also holds a Master’s degree in Humanities from the Institute of Social Studies, The Hague, The Netherlands, and a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Nigeria Nsukka. She fervently advocates for respect for human dignity and provides psychiatric treatment and care with empathy, cultural sensitivity, and competence.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia

Other popular visit reasons

Anxiety
Anxiety Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Mood Swings
New Patient Visit
Postpartum Depression
Psychiatry Consultation
Anxiety
Anxiety Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Nurses Credentialing Center

Education and training

  • Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Doctor of Nursing Practice
  • Monmouth University, Master's in Nursing
  • Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1639607039

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.29
Wait time
4.33
Bedside manner
4.33
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Which board certifications does Dr. Mercy Ugboaja have?

Dr. Mercy Ugboaja is certified by American Nurses Credentialing Center.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Mercy Ugboaja?

Dr. Mercy Ugboaja frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, New Patient Visit, and Psychiatry Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Mercy Ugboaja on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Mercy Ugboaja speak?

Dr. Mercy Ugboaja speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Mercy Ugboaja in reviews?

7 patients have reviewed Dr. Mercy Ugboaja. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.29/5. They have a 4.33/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.33/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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