Summary

Dr. Osita Onugha is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in surgery and thoracic surgery, bringing 19 years of experience to his practice. He completed his medical education at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and went on to complete his residency at Stanford University School of Medicine, providing him with exceptional training from two of the nation's leading medical institutions.

Dr. Onugha practices at multiple locations throughout the Los Angeles area, including Providence Saint Johns Health Center in Santa Monica and Southern California Hospital in Culver City. His clinical expertise focuses on treating serious respiratory conditions such as lung cancer, pulmonary nodules, and respiratory failure. He performs specialized procedures including bronchoscopy for lung examination, thoracoscopy for minimally invasive chest surgery, and thoracotomy for complex thoracic operations. Patients rate Dr. Onugha an average of 2.3 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 2.3
  • 19 years of experience
  • 40 insurance plans accepted
  • Stanford University School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Osita Innocent Onugha has 3 locations

Providence Saint Johns Health Center

2121 Santa Monica BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404

Southern California Hospital

3828 Delmas TerCulver City, CA 90232

West Coast Thoracic Surgery

3831 Hughes Ave Ste 105Culver City, CA 90232

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SurgerySurgical OncologyAnesthesiologyNeuroradiology
Accepts New Patients
2.3 
19 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Santa Monica , CASanta Monica , CASALINAS , CASanta Clara , CA
Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Osita Innocent Onugha

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Bright Health
  • Cigna
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Priority Health
  • Providence Health Plans
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Osita Innocent Onugha has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Osita Innocent Onugha has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Critical Care
  • Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
  • Organ Transplantation
  • Thoracic Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Stanford University School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla in 2007.

NPI Number

Dr. Onugha's NPI number is 1164600128.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Osita Onugha accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Osita Onugha's office located?
Dr. Osita Onugha's office is located at 2121 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA, 90404.
Is Dr. Osita Onugha accepting new patients?
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