Dr. Cornelius S Okonkwo DO
Family Practitioner
2101 W Franklin Blvd Gastonia NC, 28052Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Cornelius Okonkwo is a family practitioner practicing in Gastonia, NC. Dr. Okonkwo specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Okonkwo possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences 1994
University of Osteopathic Medicine And Health Sciences / College of Osteopathic Medicine 1994
University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine 1994
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Acid Reflux
- Back Pain
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Insomnia
- Abnormal Gait
- Vascular Disease
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