Dr. Nnenna C. Okpara M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
100 Dudley St 101 Providence RI, 02905About
Dr. Nnenna Okpara is a gastroenterologist practicing in Providence, RI. Dr. Okpara 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. Okpara performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
MD at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons 2002
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine - Board certified in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineAreas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor at Brown University -
Awards
- Masinski Research Award During Her Fellowship at Brown University- 2009
Treatments
- Acid Reflux
- Hepatitis B
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Indigestion
- Pain
- Stomach Flu
Fellowships
- Gastroenterology Fellowship at Rhode Island Hospital - Brown University
Professional Society Memberships
- American College of Gastroenterology, American Gastroenterological Association
Articles and Publications
- Published
What do you attribute your success to?
God's guidance and blessing, excellent training programs, parental influence and being academically driven as well as the leadership and support she received from other doctors and the hospital.
Hobbies / Sports
- Family Time, Latin Dancing
Favorite professional publications
- The American Journal of Gastroenterology
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