Summary

Dr. Ikemefuna Akusoba is a surgeon who specializes in weight management and metabolic health. He earned his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in Dominica and completed his residency at St. Luke's Hospital and Health Network in 2017. Dr. Akusoba furthered his training with a fellowship at Fresno Heart & Surgical Hospital in 2018. With 14 years of medical experience, he brings extensive expertise to his practice. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Akusoba practices at St. Luke's Weight Management Centers in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania and Phillipsburg, New Jersey. He focuses on treating obesity and weight-related conditions in both adults and children, including managing high cholesterol in teens. His procedural expertise includes upper GI endoscopy and intravenous therapy techniques. Patients rate Dr. Akusoba 4.8 out of 5 stars for his comprehensive approach to weight management care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 14 years of experience
  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Fresno Heart & Surgical Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Ikemefuna I Akusoba has 2 locations

St. Luke's Weight Management Center - Stroudsburg

1581 N 9th StStroudsburg, PA 18360
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

St. Luke's Weight Management Center - Phillipsburg

755 Memorial Pkwy Ste 300Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.8 
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14 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, German
Stroudsburg , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Ross University School of Medicine-Dominica Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ikemefuna I Akusoba

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ikemefuna I Akusoba has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ikemefuna I Akusoba has the following area of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active
Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Fresno Heart & Surgical Hospital2018

Residency

St. Luke's Hospital and Health Network2017

Medical School

Ross University School of Medicine-DominicaGraduated in 2012

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Ikemefuna Akusoba speak?
Dr. Ikemefuna Akusoba speaks English.
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Where is Dr. Ikemefuna Akusoba's office located?
Dr. Ikemefuna Akusoba's office is located at 1581 N 9th St, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360.
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