
Ijeoma Nwuju
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)
1160 Varnum St. NE Washington DC, 20017About
Dr. Ijeoma Nwuju is a podiatrist practicing in Washington, DC and Clinton, MD. Dr. Nwuju is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the lower leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Nwuju diagnoses and treats conditions of the feet. The feet are key body parts that give a person stability, absorb shock, allow for walking and standing and are necessary for overall well-being. The feet need expert care. Dr. Nwuju specializes in surgery, wound care, sports medicine, diabetic care and pediatrics.
Education and Training
NYCPM DPM 2014
Board Certification
American Board of Podiatric Medicine
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Ijeoma Nwuju's Expert Contributions
Swelling in feet and ankles
It is best you see a vascular doctor to evaluate the lower extremity blood flow. Also see your primary care doctor there could be other systemic issues that is causing the swelling. READ MORE
What is wrong with my feet
Most common cause for nail changes is micro trauma and nail fungus. Both are treatable with good results and 75% cure rate with traditional treatments. We use advanced fungal therapy to increase cure rates to 85-90%. READ MORE
Infected area under foot - wart?
SWIFT laser therapy has good results for curing plantar warts. READ MORE
What is the treatment for gout in the ankle?
Gout is serious. Preventative measures and medications are necessary as well as life style diet changes. If flare ups are more than once a year, then seeing a rheumatologist maybe necessary. READ MORE
Ijeoma Nwuju's Practice location
Foot and Ankle Wellness Center
1160 Varnum St. NE -Washington, DC 20017Get Direction
Preventative Care Netword
9001 Woodyard RD C -Clinton, MD 20735Get Direction
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Nearby Providers
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- Dr. Rodney Harris DPM1160 Varnum St Ne Washington DC 20017
- Dr. James Howard Mintzer DPM PC1160 Varnum St Ne Washington DC 20017
- Dr. Abdul Rahman Ba D.P.M1160 Varnum St Ne Washington DC 20017
- Dr. Barbara Barleki Puplampu DPM3321 12TH ST NE STE 2 WASHINGTON DC 20017
- Dr. Steven J Pompili DPM1140 Varnum St Ne Washington DC 20017
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