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Dr. Nelson Oyesiku, MD

Dr. Nelson Oyesiku, MD

Neurosurgeon

Chapel Hill, NC

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Oyesiku, Neurosurgeon in Chapel Hill, NC?

    Dr. Nelson Oyesiku, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Chapel Hill, NC. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Oyesiku graduated from Eberhard Karls University Tuebingen Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Hartford Hosp, General Surgery; Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Neurological Surgery. He is a member of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, American Association of Neurological Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, American Medical Association, Atlanta Medical Association, Brain Injury Association of Georgia, Congress of Neurological Surgeons, Georgia Neurosurgical Society, Georgia State Medical Association, MENSA International, Medical Association of Atlanta, Medical Association of Georgia, National Medical Association, New York Academy of Sciences, Society for Neuroscience, Society for Neurotrauma, Southern Medical Association, Southern Neurosurgical Society, World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies, and Emory Healthcare Network Physician. Dr. Oyesiku is fluent in English and Yoruba, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oyesiku’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oyesiku’s office at (984) 974-1000.

    Where did Dr. Oyesiku go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Neurological Surgery; Hartford Hosp, General Surgery; Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Neurological Surgery | Emory University Affiliated Hospitals | University of Connecticut Affiliated Hospitals | EMORY HEALTHCARE

    • Medical School: University of Ibadan, Coll of Med, Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria | Eberhard Karls University Tuebingen Faculty of Medicine | University of Ibadan / College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Oyesiku board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Nelson Oyesiku, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery , American Board of Neurological Surgery since 1988

    What languages does Dr. Oyesiku speak?

    Dr. Oyesiku and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Yoruba

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Oyesiku typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Oyesiku diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Oyesiku. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Benign Pituitary Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
    • Prolactinoma
    • Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
    • Pituitary adenoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland

    Does Dr. Oyesiku accept my insurance?

    Dr. Oyesiku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (984) 974-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Oyesiku accept in Chapel Hill, NC?

    Dr. Oyesiku in Chapel Hill, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Oyesiku's office located?

    Dr. Nelson Oyesiku's Primary Practice

    101 Manning Dr

    Chapel Hill, NC 27514

    (984) 974-1000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Oyesiku affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Oyesiku has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Association for the Advancement of Science

    Member

    American Association of Neurological Surgeons

    Member

    American College of Surgeons

    Member

    American Medical Association

    Member

    Atlanta Medical Association

    Member

    Brain Injury Association of Georgia

    Member

    Congress of Neurological Surgeons

    Member

    Georgia Neurosurgical Society

    Member

    Georgia State Medical Association

    Member

    MENSA International

    Member

    Medical Association of Atlanta

    Member

    Medical Association of Georgia

    Member

    National Medical Association

    Member

    New York Academy of Sciences

    Member

    Society for Neuroscience

    Member

    Society for Neurotrauma

    Member

    Southern Medical Association

    Member

    Southern Neurosurgical Society

    Member

    World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies

    Member

    Emory Healthcare Network Physician

    Member

    What is Dr. Oyesiku's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Oyesiku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104871730.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oyesiku?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Oyesiku

    What is Dr. Nelson Oyesiku's specialty?

    Dr. Oyesiku is a Neurosurgeon near Chapel Hill, NC.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

    Is Dr. Nelson Oyesiku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Oyesiku is affiliated with Emory University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Nelson Oyesiku accepting new patients in Chapel Hill, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Nelson Oyesiku is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nelson Oyesiku offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Oyesiku's office at (984) 974-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nelson Oyesiku?

    Please contact Dr. Oyesiku's office at (984) 974-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Oyesiku's office located?

    Dr. Oyesiku's office is located in Chapel Hill, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nelson Oyesiku have?

    Dr. Nelson Oyesiku is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.