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2 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Ekong Uffort is a board-certified surgeon specializing in general surgery with advanced fellowship training from the prestigious Texas Endosurgery Institute in San Antonio, Texas. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston and completed his surgical residency at both Atlanta Medical Center in Atlanta, Georgia, and Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine in Huntington, West Virginia. Dr. Uffort holds the distinguished Fellowship of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) designation, reflecting his expertise and commitment to surgical excellence. He communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Uffort practices with Methodist Medical Group - General Surgery and has affiliations with Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital, both located in Germantown, Tennessee. His surgical expertise includes minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures, particularly gallbladder removal surgery using advanced techniques that promote faster …recovery. He also specializes in comprehensive laparoscopic surgery and provides specialized care for chronic wound management. Patients consistently rate Dr. Uffort highly for his surgical care, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Read More Read less Dr. Uffort practices with Methodist Medical Group - General Surgery and has affiliations with Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital, both located in Germantown, Tennessee. His surgical expertise includes minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures, particularly gallbladder removal surgery using advanced techniques that promote faster …recovery. He also specializes in comprehensive laparoscopic surgery and provides specialized care for chronic wound management. Patients consistently rate Dr. Uffort highly for his surgical care, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 25 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Texas Endosurgery Institute, San Antonio, TX
- 2 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Ekong Uffort has 2 locationsMethodist Medical Group - General Surgery
7705 Poplar Ave Ste 310 Bldg BGermantown, TN 38138 Tel: (901) 516-6300
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital
7691 Poplar AveGermantown, TN 38138 Tel: (901) 516-6000
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm
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| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 31 Years of Experience | 50 Years of Experience | 45 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Germantown , TN | Memphis , TN | Southaven , MS | Memphis , TN |
| Med School: University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX | Med School: Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College | Med School: University Of Iowa | Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ekong Uffort
Medical Specialties
Ekong Uffort has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Ekong Uffort has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Texas Endosurgery Institute, San Antonio, TX.
Residency
Completed their residency at Atlanta Medical Center, Atlanta, GA and Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine, Huntington, WV.
Medical School
Graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX and University of Houston-Downtown, Houston, TX.
NPI Number
Ekong Uffort's NPI number is 1720240690.
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- Ekong Uffort's office is located at 7705 Poplar Ave Ste 310 Bldg B, Germantown, TN, 38138.
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