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Dr. Chukwuka Okafor, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 46
Dr. Chukwuka Okafor, MD
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Dr. Chukwuka Okafor, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Brandon, FL.
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Dr. Chukwuka Okafor, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 46
Brandon, FL
Accepting new patients
20 years of experience
Dr. Chukwuka Okafor, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Brandon, FL.

About

Dr. Chukwuka Okafor, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Brandon, FL and has 20 years experience. They graduated from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine in 2004 and completed a residency at Thomas Jefferson University Program.They currently practice at Advanced Vein & Vascular Solutions - Brandon and are affiliated with South Florida Baptist Hospital and Bartow Regional Medical Center. Dr. Okafor has experience treating conditions like Scoliosis, Neck Sprain and Whiplash among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Okafor received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 81 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Okafor also speaks Igbo. Dr. Okafor is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Scoliosis
Neck Sprain
Whiplash
Scoliosis
Neck Sprain
Whiplash
Scoliosis
Neck Sprain
Whiplash
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Back Pain
Low Back Pain
Neck Muscle Strain
Spine Deformities
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Herniated Disc
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Myelopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Radiculopathy
Sciatica
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Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Thoracic Stenosis
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Spinal Fusion
Spinal Nerve Block
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Autoimmune Diseases
Avascular Necrosis
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Broken Arm
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Cancer
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Difficulty With Walking
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Foot Conditions
Foot Fracture
Fracture
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Gait Abnormality
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hand Conditions
Hip Fracture
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Lupus
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Miner's Knee
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteosarcoma
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Pseudoarthrosis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Sacrum Disorders
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Secondary Malignancies
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Spina Bifida
Spina Bifida Occulta
Spinal Osteophyte
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stroke
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Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spinal Cord Injury
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Torticollis
Vertebral Column Tumors
Wrist Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Complex Spine Surgery
Disc Replacement
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Endoscopic Spine Surgery
Facet Blocks
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Care
Herniated Disc Surgery
Hip Dislocation
Injection
Joint Drainage
Knee Surgery
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Neurostimulation
Percutaneous Vertebroplasty
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Peripheral Nerve Block
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Spine Fracture Treatment
Spine Surgery
Steroid Injection
Trigger Point Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Tricare
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Choice Plus POS
  • Worker's Compensation WC

Locations

  1. 1 Spine Institute of Central Florida
    1218 Millennium Pkwy, Brandon, FL 33511
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  2. 2 Lakeland Physicians and Associates
    1818 Harden Blvd Ste 120, Lakeland, FL 33803
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  3. 3 Ypm Total Care Pharmacy
    5050 S Florida Ave, Lakeland, FL 33813
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  4. 4 Spine Institute of Central Florida
    1501 1st St S Ste B, Winter Haven, FL 33880
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Okafor
4.2
Based on 81 Reviews
5 Stars (63)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (2)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (15)

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Jun 11, 2021
I have been a patient of Dr Oracle or a provider at his facility for over five years! I had neck fusion surgery which Dr Oracle performed wonderfully! The Drs are wonderful down to the office staff, the physical therapist!
April M — Jun 11, 2021
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Languages Spoken
Igbo
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
    2004
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Thomas Jefferson University Program
    2005
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Thomas Jefferson University Program
    2009
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Florida Orthopaedic Institute
    2010
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Chukwuka Okafor, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Okafor's profile.

Dr. Okafor frequently treats the following conditions: Scoliosis, Neck Sprain and Whiplash. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Chukwuka Okafor, MD is affiliated with South Florida Baptist Hospital and Bartow Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Chukwuka Okafor, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • South Florida Baptist Hospital

    301 N Alexander St, Plant City, FL

  • Bartow Regional Medical Center

    2200 Osprey Blvd, Bartow, FL