Ike S. Okwuosa, MD

Ike S. Okwuosa, MD

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Primary Specialty

Heart Failure and Heart Transplantation

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Practice Focus Areas

  • Cardiac Amyloid
  • Cardiac Sarcoidosis
  • Cardiomyopathy
  • Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
  • Heart Transplantation
  • Ventricular Assist Devices

Education

Medical Education:
MD, Georgetown University School of Medicine - 2010
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2013
Fellowships:
Johns Hopkins University - 2016
Johns Hopkins University - 2017

Media

Meet The Doctor 1:02
Meet The Doctor
December 18, 2017

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology (Certified)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease (Certified)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Physician Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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August 31, 2021

5.0

He's very good

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August 28, 2021

5.0

Dr. Okwuosa is a very good doctor. I am having trouble with the travel to get to Northwestern.

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August 27, 2021

5.0

Very proficient.

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August 26, 2021

5.0

W e had a great conversation, and I feel he really cares.

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August 23, 2021

5.0

My doctor was very caring about my health and listened to my concerns and answered all my questions.

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August 23, 2021

5.0

Knowledgeable and pleasant.

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August 19, 2021

5.0

He gives you lot of information and he is concern about your health.

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August 18, 2021

5.0

Dr. Okwuosa is a very kind and understanding physician who takes his time to listen and answer all your questions.

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August 17, 2021

5.0

He is the biggest best doctor ever. I feel every comfortable with him.

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August 10, 2021

5.0

He make us feel his acknowledgment.

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August 06, 2021

5.0

Very through and explained things well

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August 03, 2021

5.0

Excellent care and compassion.

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August 02, 2021

5.0

He is an excellent doctor and has empathy for my situation.

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July 31, 2021

5.0

He's very attentive and straightforward.

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July 28, 2021

5.0

He explaines everything and answers all our questions.

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July 28, 2021

5.0

Aside from the fact that he has a great smile, Dr. Okwuaso wanted to know how I felt, everything that led up to me coming to Northwestern. We discussed continuance of care, taking downs notes and questions for my next appointment. Renewing my confidence in the care I receive from the Bluhm cardiology team.

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July 28, 2021

5.0

Very thorough and has a good disposition.

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July 14, 2021

5.0

Dr. Okwuosa was very thorough in his conversation with me regarding my heart issues. He also listened to my lungs and heart.

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July 12, 2021

5.0

Takes great care of me

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June 17, 2021

5.0

He's very attentive very knowledgeable very inclusive in your care

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June 16, 2021

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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June 14, 2021

5.0

Listened

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June 04, 2021

5.0

Listen s

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May 29, 2021

5.0

My first consult with Dr Okwuosa and reviewing my complex case he quickly understood my situation and immediately started the process of putting a plan together for me.

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May 28, 2021

5.0

He's a very good doctor and goes to great lengths to make sure I receive the best care.

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May 27, 2021

5.0

He, Dr. Okwuosa is very devoted doctor. He is always intense in your ongoing daily health/symptoms. Dr Okwuosa is an excellent cardiologist.

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May 25, 2021

5.0

Excellent care and personality.

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May 20, 2021

5.0

Dr Ike S. Okwuosa has very pleasant and up lifting attitude. He is a great listener and prober I like the way he analyze and explains my cardiology issues with me He tries to make sure I understand my heart issues if I don't understand he will pull up pictures for visual directions and understanding. When I leave his office visit I feel better and like a valued person and patient.

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May 07, 2021

5.0

Excellent Dr., Answers all questions clearly and makes sure you understand them

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April 28, 2021

5.0

personable and professional

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April 26, 2021

5.0

Intelligent, expert, inspirational, friendly, communicative, caring, interested, concerned.

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April 26, 2021

5.0

He's the best!! He changed my life! A wonderful, caring person!

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April 21, 2021

5.0

He was very knowledgeable seem very caring took his time while he was asking me how I felt and what he might be able to do to help me

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April 20, 2021

5.0

Great doctor. Took the time to learn my understanding of my health and explain in a way that was also comforting.

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April 20, 2021

4.0

Dr Ike keeps abreast of medical summaries from my medical team to ensure my heart care plan continues to remain top of the line

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April 19, 2021

5.0

Professional and easy to speak with...

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April 15, 2021

5.0

Listens and answers my questions

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April 05, 2021

5.0

Dr. Ike Okwuose, was very informative about the heart and the Amyloidosis disease.

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March 10, 2021

5.0

Very thorough

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March 10, 2021

5.0

Very knowledgeable and friendly.

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March 08, 2021

5.0

He's an excellent, caring doctor

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March 07, 2021

3.0

I do feel confident with Dr. Okwuosa but not with the department staff.

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March 05, 2021

5.0

Dr. Okwuosa was extremely kind and helpful in his explanation. Great patient management.

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March 01, 2021

5.0

The courtesy and respect I receive in a friendly atmosphere at NW Medicine. Also the doctor and staff do not talk into the medical jargon to confuse, rather in a plain English communication that is understandable. I would certainly recommend NW in general and Dr Okwuosa in particular to friends and family should there rise a need God forbid.

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March 01, 2021

5.0

He is very kindly

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February 25, 2021

5.0

Very patient and has good bedside manners.

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February 23, 2021

5.0

He is kind and smart and efficient.

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February 22, 2021

5.0

He was very knowledgeable and friendly

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February 22, 2021

5.0

Very knowledgeable and explains everything. I like him very much because he makes me feel very comfortable.

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February 22, 2021

5.0

My first visit was very informative and he was very knowledgeable in regulars to my care. He also had an up eat personality

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February 19, 2021

5.0

I would recommend him to anyone who wants a competent and low-keyed Cardiologist

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February 17, 2021

5.0

Thorough

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February 15, 2021

5.0

Took his time with me and explained things to me so I could understand everything

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February 08, 2021

4.0

Dr Okwuosa is very knowledgeable in his field. Always extremely pleasant and helpful I have every confidence in him.

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February 08, 2021

5.0

He's always listen to what you say and answers all questions.

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January 22, 2021

5.0

I love my doctor He's friendly and pleasant

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January 22, 2021

5.0

He took his time and seemed very interested and what what my needs where. He was able to answer my questions in a manner that I understood. He seemed interested and didn't rush the consul.

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January 22, 2021

5.0

Dr. Okwuosa explain everything to the point made me feel comfort. And very clear of what he was saying.

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January 13, 2021

5.0

He's kind patient and knowledgeable

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January 08, 2021

5.0

I'm convinced that saved my life and got my medication straightened out to where I can function pretty normal these days.

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January 04, 2021

5.0

Takes the time to explain and answer your questions listen to you and give you his opinion on the treatment that Would be best for you

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December 29, 2020

5.0

Iam very pleased with Dr. Okwuosa's professionalism.

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December 21, 2020

5.0

He gives me straight forward answers to all my questions.

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December 18, 2020

5.0

Very knowledgeable and kind physician.

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December 18, 2020

5.0

I explained above he should get an doctors award. He should be part of executive staff if doctors.

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December 16, 2020

5.0

He cares for your well being

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December 16, 2020

5.0

He listened carefully

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December 09, 2020

5.0

We trust him and that is the most important part of healthcare.

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December 07, 2020

5.0

Personable, professional, and knowledgeable

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December 07, 2020

5.0

Dr. Okwuosa is a pleasure to work with. He is not at all condescending, despite his vast knowledge. I definitely trust his advice.

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November 30, 2020

5.0

I was very pleased with his follow up on my tests and he explained them to me. Great experience!

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November 27, 2020

5.0

Explains concepts in layman's terms. He actually read my chart...which was pretty extensive.

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November 27, 2020

5.0

Dr Ike Okwuosa is a great Dr. He explains everything clearly and listens to all your questions.

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November 25, 2020

5.0

He makes sure all of my needs are met

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November 18, 2020

5.0

Always simple and informative

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November 18, 2020

5.0

He deserves a higher score than 10 he's always been Pleasant speaking not aggressive not loud but soft the good doctor you need more doctors like help like Ike stay recover

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November 15, 2020

5.0

Services, profesional actitud and treatment.

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November 13, 2020

5.0

Highly communicative in translating his highly knowledgeable grasp of his field in practical terms that my Mother could understand

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November 13, 2020

5.0

Consistent competent and kind care.

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November 10, 2020

5.0

Personable, goes out of the way to explain what he's doing and why

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November 10, 2020

5.0

You're the best!

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October 30, 2020

5.0

From my experience as a patient.

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October 26, 2020

5.0

He's the best

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October 26, 2020

5.0

Great top notch doctors

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October 08, 2020

5.0

He is a great doctor who is very knowledgeable and good listener

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October 08, 2020

5.0

Excellent doctors and good organized office

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October 05, 2020

5.0

very good worker

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October 05, 2020

5.0

because the staff treat me good

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September 28, 2020

5.0

Spent time discussing past medical history and very attentive to my needs as an athlete. Logical next steps were laid out and I felt we were working towards finding a solution.

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September 28, 2020

5.0

Excellent & easy check in process. On time for appointment

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September 27, 2020

5.0

Dr Okwuosa is very easy to speak with. He asks a lot of questions, he is thorough and he takes time to explain he thought process. I look forward to working with him.

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September 26, 2020

5.0

Explains everything very carefully.

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September 26, 2020

5.0

Always on time. Doctor was very thorough.

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September 26, 2020

5.0

Great bedside manner. Willingness to explain in simple terms the nature of complex problems.

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September 26, 2020

5.0

Appreciate the thoughtful doctors.

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September 24, 2020

5.0

I think he genuinely cares!

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September 24, 2020

5.0

I like the fact a NWM clerk called to get a list of all my medicines and Vitamin/herbs that I take routinely a few hours before my appointment time. I also like the Medicine changes that the doctors made for me to take, which has helped me to feel better.

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September 21, 2020

5.0

He's an amazing, patient doctor with excellent bedside manner.

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September 21, 2020

5.0

Doctors are informed and helpful, but some need to work on their bedside manners and communication amongst team members.

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September 20, 2020

5.0

He has reviewed my records prior to seeing me. He always has time for my questions. I never feel rushed.

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