Ikechukwu Nwobu, MD
Ikechukwu Nwobu, MD
Conditions and Treatments
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypercalcemia
- Acute Nephritic Syndrome
- Multiple Myeloma
- Hypocalcemia
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- Von Hippel-Lindau Syndrome
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Alport Syndrome
- Amyloidosis
- Anemia
- Apparent Mineralocorticoid Excess Syndrome
- C1q Nephropathy
- Cholesterol Emboli
- Chronic Nephritis
- Congenital Anomalies of the Kidney and Urinary Tract (CAKUT)
- Cryoglobuinemia
- Dense Deposit Disease (MPGN Type 2)
- Diabetes Insipidus
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- Fanconi Syndrome
- Genetic Diseases
- Goodpasture Syndrome
- Hepatitis C-Associated Renal Disease
- Hyperaldosteronism
- Hypernatremia
- Hypokalemia
- Hypophosphatemia
- Immunotactoid Glomerulopathy
- Kidney Infection
- Lead Nephropathy and Lead-Related Nephrotoxicity
- Lithium Nephrotoxicity
- Lupus, Systemic Lupus Erythematosis
- Medullary Sponge Kidney
- MesoAmerican Nephropathy
- Microscopic Polyangiitis
- MUC1 Nephropathy
- Necrotizing Glomerulonephritis
- Nephrosis
- Papillary Necrosis
- Post-Infectious Glomerulonephritis
- Proliferative Glomerulonephritis with Monoclonal IgG Deposits (Nasr Disease)
- Pseudohypoparathyroidism
- Pyonephrosis
- Reflux Nephropathy
- Renal Artery Embolism
- Renal Disorders
- Renal Tubular Acidosis
- Renin Secreting Tumors (Juxtaglomerular Cell Tumor)
- Sarcoidosis Renal Disease
- Thin Basement Membrane Disease
- Uremia
- Uromodulin-Associated Kidney Disease
- Warfarin-Related Nephropathy
- Analgesic Nephropathy
- Antiphospholipid Syndrome
- Atheroembolic Renal Disease
- Calcineurin Inhibitor Nephrotoxicity
- Kidney Disease
- Churg-Strauss Syndrome
- Contrast Nephropathy
- Cystic Kidney Disease, Acquired
- Dent Disease (X-linked Recessive Nephrolithiasis)
- Diffuse Mesangial Sclerosis
- Fabry Disease
- Fibrillary Glomerulonephritis
- Gitelman Syndrome
- Hematuria (Pediatric)
- Hepatorenal Syndrome
- Hyperkalemia
- Hyperoxaluria
- Hypomagnesemia
- IgA Nephropathy
- Interstitial Nephritis
- Kidney Injury
- Liddle Syndrome
- Loin Pain Hematuria
- Malignancy-Associated Kidney Disease
- Membranoproliferative Glomerulonephritis
- Metabolic Acidosis
- Milk-Alkalai Syndrome
- Myeloproliferative Neoplams and Glomerulopathy
- Nephrocalcinosis
- Oxalate Nephropathy
- Polyarteritis Nodosa
- Post-Streptococcal Glomerulonephritis
- Proteinuria (Protein in Urine)
- Pulmonary-Renal Syndrome
- Radiation Nephropathy
- Renal Agenesis
- Renal Artery Stenosis
- Renal Infarction
- Renal Vein Thrombosis
- Rhabdomyolysis
- Scleroderma Renal Crisis
- Tuberous Sclerosis
- Urinary Tract Infection/Inflammation
- Vancomycin-Associated Nephropathy
- Wegener's Granulomatosis
- ANCA Vasculitis
- APOL1 Mutations
- Bartter Syndrome
- Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Kidney Failure
- Collapsing Glomerulopathy
- Cortical Necrosis
- Cystinuria
- Diabetes and Diabetic Kidney Disease
- Drug-Induced Kidney Disease
- Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia
- Fibronectin Glomerulopathy
- Glomerular Disease
- Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS)
- HNF1B-related Autosomal Dominant Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease
- Hypermagnesemia
- Hyperphosphatemia
- Hyponatremia
- IgG4 Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage
- Kidney Stones (Adult)
- Light Chain Deposition Disease
- Lupus Kidney Disease
- Malignant Hypertension
- Membranous Nephropathy
- Metabolic Alkalosis
- Minimal Change Disease
- Nail-Patella Syndrome
- Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus
- Page Kidney
- Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Preeclampsia
- Pseudohyperaldosteronism
- Pyelonephritis (Kidney Infection)
- Rapidly Progessive Glomerulonephritis
- Renal Artery Aneurysm
- Renal Cyst
- Renal Osteodystrophy
- Renin Mutations and Autosomal Dominant Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease
- Rheumatoid Arthritis-Associated Renal Disease
- Sickle Cell Nephropathy
- Tumor Lysis Syndrome
- Urinary Tract Obstruction
- Waldenstroms' Macroglobulinemic Glomerulonephritis
- Hematuria (Adult)
Ratings and Reviews
4.8138 Ratings 79 Comments |
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| Listened to me | 4.9 |
| Cared about me | 4.9 |
| Clearly explained my problem or condition | 4.9 |
| Included me in decisions about my care | 4.8 |
Within Atrium Health, we use survey results to better understand what is important to our patients and how we can improve healthcare experiences. The overall Patient Rating score comes from the questions on our Medallia Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a scale, where 0 represents "very poor" and 10 represents "very good.” Those scores are shown as 1 to 5 stars on the provider’s profile.
Patient Comments
- March 6, 2023 He's very personable, calls me by name, and has a very good bedside manner. I feel he cares about his patients.
- March 2, 2023 Very nice and informative.
- March 1, 2023 Great experience.
- February 26, 2023 He is a caring and interested in his patients
- February 23, 2023 Very impressive and professional attitude.
- February 14, 2023 dr nwobu has always been concerned about my health he goes over everything in my chart always ask questions on how am i doing among other things I would reccomend Dr Nwobu to anyone thanks again for my health
- February 14, 2023 Dr. Nwobu took time to explain my options for my condition. He shared information that helped me to come to the realization of what my next steps are to function and continue to be a successful individual.
- February 10, 2023 Dr. Nwobu is incredible. He goes over all the test results and explains everything in a manner that is easy to understand. He is caring and compassionate. One of the best doctors.
- February 9, 2023 He was very nice. He explain everything to me so I could understand what he wanted me to do. I don't like the mask because sometimes I have to ask again what they say but he done well talking to me even with a mask on. I am already doing some better since I seen him. From my first visit with him I would have to say that I think he is a very good doctor.
- February 7, 2023 I think my ratings say it all. He's very professional, skilled, personable, and helpful.
- January 28, 2023 Dr. Nwobu is so explanatory about my blood work an helped me to understand the things I need to change, and correct to make better life choices for better Kidney and overall health. I highly recommend him.
- January 26, 2023 Very professional and knowledgeable explaining my medical condition and helped me with a good understanding about what I needed to expect and proceed with solutions.
- January 25, 2023 Thank you for being my Dr and so through
- January 24, 2023 Dr Nwobu was very clear of my condition and my test results
- January 12, 2023 Atrium health has been a good fit in most all visits
- January 12, 2023 Dr.Nwobu listens to you as a patient, he is compassionate and caring.
- January 12, 2023 My wellbeing is his main focus.
- December 31, 2022 Cares about me and my health, very kind and considering and most definitely professional knows his stuff!!!
- December 31, 2022 He is one of the nicest doctors around.
- December 31, 2022 Dr. Nwobu is a great physician. He has a wonderful bedside manner.
- December 30, 2022 He was very thorough and explained things in an understandable manner.
- December 30, 2022 Dr Nwobu always has provided me professional and personal services. He is a GREAT DOCTOR
- December 27, 2022 Dr Nwobu is very nice and patient . He explained everything to me.
- December 20, 2022 Made a nervous man feel completely comfortable. Excellent people skills.
- December 18, 2022 Dr. Nwobu tells it like it is, but he is careful and compassionate. He explains everything thoroughly in terms you can comprehend.
- December 16, 2022 He is super Professional and ask the right questions and gives understandble answers to my questions.
- December 15, 2022 Answered my questions.
- December 13, 2022 Wonderful Dr .Makes sure you are comfortable and ask if you have any questions or comments.
- December 10, 2022 answers questions on my level. very helpful.
- December 3, 2022 Dr Nwobu was kind, friendly and very thorough about my health. Explained my blood levels and how to go about getting better levels. Dr Nwobu was very knowledgeable about my condition and how to go about treating my condition.
- December 2, 2022 I alway enjoy my yearly visit with Dr. Nwobu
- December 1, 2022 I like very much dr. Nwobu?? s attention to take the time to explain everything. Thanks again.
- December 1, 2022 Love Dr Wubu bedside manner is very wonderful will keep seeing him
- November 29, 2022 Extremely concerened about my medical situation. Very nice, no rush, took the time to carfully listen to me and my wife.
- November 16, 2022 Listens and cares.
- November 16, 2022 Dr. Nwobu seems to be a professional. His courteous manner and his expert knowledge gives me great confidence in what he tells me.
- November 13, 2022 Dr Nephi is very caring He listens,he ask questions and let me ask questions,he monitors my chart to keep up with any changes in myself and medications.
- November 13, 2022 Very professional
- November 2, 2022 i have always been most satisfied with the care your providers have offered me
- October 27, 2022 Dr. Nwobu has been very concerning, caring, and professional for patient's issues.
- October 21, 2022 Dr. Nwobu was thorough and cared.
- October 20, 2022 Very thorough and personable. He is very informative when he answers your questions and discussing your condition.
- October 19, 2022 Dr. Nwobu is a caring and conscientious doctor. He has been my physician for a little over 6 years and I credit him with diagnosing & treating my condition quickly. Without his intervention, I doubt I would have the active life I enjoy today.
- October 13, 2022 *See "best part of visit". Dr. Nwobu is very good.
- October 12, 2022 Good Dr. Nice person
- October 10, 2022 Very knowable and caring. He even wish me happy birthday
- October 8, 2022 TKes time to listen and explains his self clearly
- October 5, 2022 Dr.Nwobu had genuine concern when examining me. He clarified my condition and which necessary steps were needed in order to proceed. Which was very reassuring to me.
- October 4, 2022 very knowledgeable doctor
- September 15, 2022 I was impressed by his knowledge and compassion. I'm looking forward to working with him and finding a solution to my problem.
- September 13, 2022 Dr. Nwobu was very knowledgeable and caring during my visit. He explained everything regarding my lab completely and answered all my questions. I felt very comfortable and well looked after during my visit. He explained possible next steps if they are needed. I was very satisfied with my visit and would recommend Dr. Nwobu to anyone in need of nephrology care.
- September 13, 2022 Nice he cared about my health
- September 10, 2022 The Staff is amazing! I've been looking for a family Doctor for years unsuccessfully and through them, I got an appointment that day.
- August 21, 2022 Always pleasant, professional, and helpful with every visit.
- August 16, 2022 His bedside manner is impeccable!
- August 13, 2022 Ikechukwu Nwobu, MD. was a professional doctor who explained to me about my condition and my medications. I felt at ease with him because I believe that he was concern about me as a person and wanted the care for my health. I would certainly accept him as my doctor.
- August 12, 2022 He is very caring and explains my health care very well. I feel very comfortable with his care for me.
- August 10, 2022 Dr Nwobu is a great Dr and cares about what you have to say and gives you up to date on the tests and haelps you understand them/
- August 10, 2022 Dr. Nwobu explained what happened to me previously and what will happen. He was patient and answered all my questions.
- August 10, 2022 He takes time with us. He explains things clearly and concisely. One of the best doctors I have seen.
- August 9, 2022 Thoroughly asked the right questions regarding my health. He also explained what future plans will be needed. The Explanation was satisfying.
- August 3, 2022 Very knowledgeable. Very caring.
- July 31, 2022 DR Kwobu is a great and caring doctor. He always makes me feel better and at ease
- July 1, 2022 Dr. Nwobu was very informative and knowledgeable about my concerns-kidneys.
- June 27, 2022 He is very caring and willing to answer all questions. He seems very caring and interested in. My case,)
- June 9, 2022 Dr. Nwobu is careful to listen and explain, whether talking about how I??m feeling, discussing test results, or educating about disease characteristics. He is a remarkable care provider.
- June 6, 2022 very happy with services provided.
- May 21, 2022 Caring and professional.
- May 20, 2022 Very caring and listened to me about all my concerns.
- May 17, 2022 Doctor and every one was Great!!!
- May 10, 2022 He is very caring about you and your health and well being he is a very good doctor
- May 9, 2022 He is wonderful! Very attentive, answers questions and takes time to explain when you don't understand. He also shows results instead of tests and explains the good and bad . Then he tells his plan for care. Very rare in a doctor. Many doctors always seem to be in a hurry.
- May 7, 2022 Doctor Nwobo is a caring and compassionate dr. , and cares about his patients. Thank you Dr. Wnobu
- April 26, 2022 DR NWOBU GIVES GREAT CARE AND CARES ABOUT ME.
- April 21, 2022 Dr Nwobu is very informative. He is interested in my questions and answers in detail. I feel he is truly concerned about his patients well being. I highly recommend Dr Nwobu.
- April 8, 2022 Dr. Nwobu, is a great listener and if he can help solve the problem he will let you know what??s really going on with you, he doesn??t sugar coat anything he tells it like it is straight forward and I really do appreciate that a great deal.
- April 8, 2022 Dr. Nwobu is the best! I wouldn't change anything.
- March 23, 2022 Just a great doctor who explains all as if he was experiencing it himself.
- March 20, 2022 All good
Locations
Nephrology - Premier
formerly known as Cornerstone Nephrology
Credentials
Education
- MD, University of Lagos College of Medicine Lagos Nigeria, 1997
Residency
- University of Lagos College of Medicine Lagos Nigeria, 1999
- State University of New York at Brooklyn Downstate Medical Center, 2006
Fellowship
- State University of New York at Brooklyn Downstate Medical Center, 2008
Board Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine
- American Board of Internal Medicine, Nephrology
Positions
- Physician - Wake Forest Health Network
Insurance
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022
AETNA CONNECTED ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes (not applicable to services provided at High Point)
AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations
AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
APEX MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations
BLUE LOCAL (WFBH INDIVIDUAL & WFBH X_Group): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DEVOTED HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
VA CCN: Accepted at all locations
WELLCARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC