Summary

Dr. Igwe Ukoha is a board-certified internal medicine physician who specializes in nephrology, bringing 47 years of dedicated experience to kidney care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Ibadan College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Charles R Drew University. His extensive experience spans nearly five decades of treating patients with complex kidney conditions.

Dr. Ukoha practices at multiple locations throughout Los Angeles, including California Hospital Medical Center and Cedars Sinai Medical Center in West Hollywood. He focuses on treating chronic kidney disease and advanced kidney conditions that require specialized care. His expertise includes performing dialysis procedures and continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis for patients with kidney failure. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average score of 5.0 out of 5 for his compassionate and thorough approach to nephrology care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 47 years of experience
  • Charles R Drew University
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Igwe Ukoha has 3 locations

California Hospital Medical Center

1401 S Grand AveLos Angeles, CA 90015

Cedars Sinai Medical Center

8700 Beverly BlvdWest Hollywood, CA 90048

Fresenius Kidney Care Mid Wilshire

1422 W 11th StLos Angeles, CA 90015
Mon4:00 am - 10:00 pm
Tue4:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed4:00 am - 10:00 pm
Thu4:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri4:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sat4:00 am - 6:00 pm
SunClosed

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Med School: University Of Ibadan College Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Igwe Ukoha has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Igwe Ukoha has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
  • Chronic Renal Disease
  • Dialysis
  • End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
  • Hemodialysis
  • Kidney Biopsy
  • Nephrology
  • Urinalysis

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Dr. Igwe Ukoha holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Charles R Drew University.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Ibadan College Of Medicine in 1979.

NPI Number

Dr. Ukoha's NPI number is 1679553291.

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Dr. Igwe Ukoha is affiliated with California Hospital Medical Center, Cedars Sinai Medical Center, and Southern California Hospital.
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Dr. Igwe Ukoha's office is located at 1401 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90015.
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