Summary

Dr. Sylvia Amakwe specializes in internal medicine, providing comprehensive care for adult patients with complex medical conditions. She earned her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine and has dedicated 18 years to practicing internal medicine, developing expertise in managing chronic diseases and preventive care.

Dr. Amakwe practices at multiple locations throughout the Houston area, including Texas City and Cypress. She focuses on treating patients with chronic kidney disease, including advanced stage 5 kidney disease, and helps manage type 2 diabetes. Her clinical work includes performing complete blood counts, diabetes monitoring through A1c testing, and specialized imaging studies to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 18 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • Ross University School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Sylvia Amakwe has 3 locations

Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital

27800 Highway 290Cypress, TX 77433

Hca Houston Healthcare Mainland

6801 Emmett F Lowry ExpyTexas City, TX 77591

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18 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish, Italian
Cypress , TXKaty , TXKaty , TXHouston , TX
Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE Med School: Universidad Nacional de La Plata Facultad De Medicina - La Plata, Argentina Med School: University Of Calabar College Of Medical Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sylvia Amakwe

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • All Savers Insurance - PPO
  • Arise Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Cigna - POS
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Devoted Health
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance - Federal Employees Program
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Sylvia Amakwe has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

Dr. Sylvia Amakwe 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 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Ross University School Of Medicine in 2008.

NPI Number

Dr. Amakwe's NPI number is 1528374311.

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Dr. Sylvia Amakwe's office is located at 21214 Northwest Fwy, Cypress, TX, 77429.
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