5
3 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Okezika Okereke has practiced thoracic surgery for 51 years and is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center Brownsville and Doctors Hospital Tidwell. He treats hypertensive emergency, abdominal pain, and hypertension.
Dr. Okereke earned his medical degree from the University of Nigeria Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Texas Heart Institute. He sees patients in San Benito and Brownsville, Texas, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Okereke 5 out of 5.
Dr. Okereke earned his medical degree from the University of Nigeria Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Texas Heart Institute. He sees patients in San Benito and Brownsville, Texas, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Okereke 5 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 51 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Texas Heart Institute
- 1 specialty
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Okezika U John Okereke has 3 locationsOkereke John O Office
1000 N Dick Dowling StSan Benito, TX 78586 Tel: (956) 399-2920
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Valley Baptist Medical Center Brownsville
1040 W Jefferson StBrownsville, TX 78520 Tel: (956) 698-5400
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| Dr. Okezika U John Okereke, MD | Dr. Marion R Lawler Jr, MD | Dr. David Ladden | Dr. Jaime F Villarreal, MD |
| Thoracic Surgery | Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Cardiovascular Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 51 Years of Experience | 42 Years of Experience | 44 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| San Benito , TX | Mercedes , TX | Brownsville , TX | McAllen , TX |
| Med School: University Of Nigeria Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center | Med School: Universidad De Monterrey Facultad De Medicina | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Okezika U John Okereke
Medical Specialties
Dr. Okezika U John Okereke has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
51 Years Experience
Dr. Okezika U John Okereke holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Texas Heart Institute.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Nigeria Faculty Of Medicine in 1975.
NPI Number
Dr. Okereke's NPI number is 1740264571.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Okezika Okereke's office located?
- Dr. Okezika Okereke's office is located at 1000 N Dick Dowling St, San Benito, TX, 78586.
- Does Dr. Okezika Okereke accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Okezika Okereke accepts on their Vitals profile.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Okezika Okereke?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Okezika Okereke here on Vitals.
- Does Dr. Okezika Okereke accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Okezika Okereke has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Okezika Okereke affiliated with?
- Dr. Okezika Okereke is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center Brownsville and Doctors Hospital Tidwell.
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