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Who is Dr. Nchekwube, Neurosurgeon in Santa Clara, CA?
Dr. Emeka Nchekwube, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Clara, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Nchekwube graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Nchekwube is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nchekwube’s office at (408) 236-3500.
Where did Dr. Nchekwube go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Wayne St University Hospital | Mercy St Vincent Medical Center/Mercy Health Partners Program
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine | Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Nchekwube board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Emeka Nchekwube, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Nchekwube speak?
Dr. Nchekwube and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Nchekwube typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Nchekwube 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. Nchekwube. 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:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Does Dr. Nchekwube accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Nchekwube's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Nchekwube's office located?
Dr. Emeka Nchekwube's Primary Practice
1825 Civic Center Dr Ste 17
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 236-3500
What is Dr. Nchekwube's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nchekwube's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306819826.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nchekwube?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nchekwube
What is Dr. Emeka Nchekwube's specialty?
Dr. Nchekwube is a Neurosurgeon near Santa Clara, CA.
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 this Dr. Emeka Nchekwube affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Nchekwube is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Regional Medical Center of San Jose. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Emeka Nchekwube accepting new patients in Santa Clara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Emeka Nchekwube is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emeka Nchekwube offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nchekwube's office at (408) 236-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emeka Nchekwube?
Please contact Dr. Nchekwube's office at (408) 236-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Emeka Nchekwube have?
Dr. Emeka Nchekwube is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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