Summary

Dr. Chinemerem Okwara is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician who has been practicing for 13 years. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Joe R. & Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine and completed his residency at Parkland Health and Hospital System. Dr. Okwara provides care in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Okwara is affiliated with Parkland Memorial Hospital and practices at locations in Dallas, Texas, including UT Southwestern Zale Lipshy Pavilion and William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital. He specializes in treating digestive conditions such as hemorrhoids, colon polyps, and GERD. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower GI endoscopy procedures to help diagnose and monitor gastrointestinal health.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 13 years of experience
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Parkland Health And Hospital System
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Chinemerem John Okwara has 2 locations

Ut Southwestern Zale Lipshy Pavilion William P Clements Jr University Hospital

5151 Harry Hines BlvdDallas, TX 75235

William P Clements Jr University Hospital

6201 Harry Hines BlvdDallas, TX 75235

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13 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Dallas , TXProsper , TXMcKinney , TXPlano , TX
Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center Med School: University of Miami School of Medicine Med School: Ross University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Chinemerem John Okwara

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • Aetna - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Care N' Care
  • Care N' Care - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Lasso Healthcare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Parkland Community Health Plan
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Texas Health Aetna
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Chinemerem John Okwara has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Chinemerem John Okwara has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Internal Medicine
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

13 Years Experience

Dr. Chinemerem John Okwara holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Parkland Health And Hospital System.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School and Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof Med in 2013.

NPI Number

Dr. Okwara's NPI number is 1144667239.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Is Dr. Chinemerem Okwara accepting new patients?
Dr. Chinemerem Okwara has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Chinemerem Okwara's office located?
Dr. Chinemerem Okwara's office is located at 5151 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX, 75235.
Does Dr. Chinemerem Okwara accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Chinemerem Okwara affiliated with?
Dr. Chinemerem Okwara is affiliated with Parkland Memorial Hospital.

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