Dr. Okay H. Odocha MD
Surgeon
2600 N Silver Street Silver City NM, 88061About
Dr. Okay Odocha is a general surgeon practicing in Silver City, NM. Dr. Odocha specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Odocha provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Education and Training
Howard University College of Medicine 1991
Obafemi Awolowo University College of Health Sciences 1980
Provider Details
Treatments
- Acid Reflux
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Gallstones
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
- Hernia
- Vascular Disease
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