Summary

Dr. Joyce Okendo is a neurologist who specializes in caring for patients with complex brain and nervous system conditions. She completed her undergraduate studies at Duke University before pursuing her medical residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin in 2022. Dr. Okendo further enhanced her expertise through a fellowship at the Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium Program in 2024. She is board certified in neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and speaks English.

Dr. Okendo practices at Hackensack University Medical Center and sees patients in Paramus and Hackensack, New Jersey. She has particular expertise in treating strokes, including both blood clot-related and bleeding strokes. Her specialized training allows her to provide advanced care for patients experiencing serious complications like respiratory failure. Dr. Okendo performs sophisticated diagnostic procedures such as specialized heart imaging studies and provides cutting-edge treatments like therapeutic cooling therapy for critically ill patients.
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Quick Facts

  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium Program
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Joyce Akinyi Okendo has 2 locations

Neuroscience Institute

650 FROM RDPARAMUS, NJ 07652

Neuroscience Institute at Hackensack University Medical Center

360 Essex StHackensack, NJ 07601

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4.8 
14 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Russian Speaks English, Spanish, French, Russian, Ukrainian, Arabic, Chinese, Korean Speaks English, Spanish
PARAMUS , NJNew York , NYBrooklyn , NYBROOKLYN , NY
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Saba University School Of Medicine Med School: Banaras Hindu University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joyce Akinyi Okendo

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriHealth
  • Cigna
  • Claritev
  • Clover Health
  • Fidelis Care
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon BCBSNJ)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon NJ Health)
  • Karna WTC
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • QualCare
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Tricare
  • United Healthcare (UHC)
  • UnitedHealthcare (UHC) Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare (UHC) Medicare
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellpoint

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joyce Akinyi Okendo has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joyce Akinyi Okendo has the following area of expertise

  • Neurocritical Care

Certifications, License, & Education

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

Neurology, 2022

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium Program2024

Residency

Medical College of Wisconsin2022

University

Duke University

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Joyce Okendo speak?
Dr. Joyce Okendo speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joyce Okendo?
You can find contact information for Dr. Joyce Okendo here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Joyce Okendo accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Joyce Okendo has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Joyce Okendo's office located?
Dr. Joyce Okendo's office is located at 650 FROM RD, PARAMUS, NJ, 07652.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joyce Okendo affiliated with?
Dr. Joyce Okendo is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center.

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