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Summary
Dr. Derek Ugwendum is an internal medicine and family medicine physician who brings 18 years of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Universite De Yaounde I Faculte De Medecine Et Des Sciences Biomedicales, where he built a strong foundation in comprehensive patient care across multiple age groups and health conditions.
Dr. Ugwendum practices at Richmond University Medical Center in Staten Island, NY, where he focuses on treating a variety of conditions including arthritis and bone, joint, and muscle disorders. He also provides care for patients with cellulitis and other infections. His diagnostic capabilities include ordering and interpreting MRI studies, including specialized brain imaging, to help accurately diagnose his patients' health concerns.
Dr. Ugwendum practices at Richmond University Medical Center in Staten Island, NY, where he focuses on treating a variety of conditions including arthritis and bone, joint, and muscle disorders. He also provides care for patients with cellulitis and other infections. His diagnostic capabilities include ordering and interpreting MRI studies, including specialized brain imaging, to help accurately diagnose his patients' health concerns.
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Quick Facts
- 18 years of experience
- 1 insurance plan accepted
- Universite De Yaounde I Faculte De Medecine Et Des Sciences Biomedicales
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 18 Years of Experience | 27 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience | 41 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Spanish, Chinese, English | Speaks English, Spanish, Bengali, Hindi, Urdu | |
| Staten Island , NY | New York , NY | WARREN , NJ | Hopelawn , NJ |
| Med School: Universite De Yaounde I Faculte De Medecine Et Des Sciences Biomedicales | Med School: Zicklin School of Business | Med School: Guangdong Pharmaceutical University | Med School: Rangpur Medical College |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Derek Fan Ugwendum
Medical Specialties
Dr. Derek Fan Ugwendum has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Derek Fan Ugwendum has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
18 Years Experience
Dr. Derek Fan Ugwendum holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2023.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Universite De Yaounde I Faculte De Medecine Et Des Sciences Biomedicales in 2008.
NPI Number
Dr. Ugwendum's NPI number is 1831654086.
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