Dr. Emmanuel Chujekwu Okafor M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
23250 Chagrin Blvd Suite 110 Beachwood OH, 44122About
Dr. Emmanuel Okafor is a gastroenterologist practicing in Beachwood, OH. Dr. Okafor specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Okafor performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Univ Of Nigeria- Coll Of Med- Enugu- Anambra- Nigeria 1978
University Of Nigeria Faculty Of Med University Of Nigeria Teaching Hospital 1978
University of Nigeria Faculty of Medicine 1978
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Pancreatitis
- Anemia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Gastroenteritis
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
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