Summary

Dr. Bahiru Mekete specializes in internal medicine and hospital medicine, bringing 36 years of experience to patient care. He earned his medical degree from Addis Ababa University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency training at Howard University. His extensive background has given him deep expertise in managing complex medical conditions that require hospitalization and comprehensive internal medicine care.

Dr. Mekete practices at Grady Memorial Hospital in Chickasha, Oklahoma, where he focuses on treating conditions such as high blood pressure emergencies and both adult and pediatric hypertension. He performs essential diagnostic procedures including electrocardiograms to monitor heart function and comprehensive blood work to assess overall health. His hospital-based practice allows him to provide intensive care for patients with serious medical conditions requiring immediate attention.

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Quick Facts

  • 36 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • Howard University
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Grady Memorial Hospital

2220 W Iowa AveChickasha, OK 73018

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Dr. Bahiru Belachew Mekete, MDDr. Adewumi Bakare DMSc, PA-CDr. Julia Dry Knarreborg, MDDr. Gary Dean Riggs, MD
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineDiagnostic RadiologyHospital Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.6 
36 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin)
Chickasha , OKMesquite , TXTulsa , OKOklahoma City , OK
Med School: Addis Ababa University Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Bahiru Belachew Mekete

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Global Health
  • Global Health - Medicare
  • HealthChoice Oklahoma
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Bahiru Belachew Mekete has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Bahiru Belachew Mekete has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Hospitalist
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Howard University.

Medical School

Graduated from Addis Ababa University Faculty Of Medicine in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Mekete's NPI number is 1245498781.

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