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Uwem Ekwo

Uwem Ekwo, MD, MBA

Hospital Medicine

Accepting New Patients

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Newborns
  • Children
  • Teens
  • Adults
  • Adults Over 65

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About Uwem Ekwo

Professional Statement

Why did you become a physician?
I became a doctor to provide care for patients who otherwise would not have access to it.

As a provider, what is your medical philosophy?
Everyone deserves your best.

What type of care/clinical interests are you most passionate about?
I'm most passionate about comprehensive care centered on empathy.

Why did you choose your specialty?
I chose inpatient and outpatient medicine to provide broad-based care to patients who need it the most.

What is the most important thing patients should know about you and your practice?
I believe being around a doctor is a safe space. It is a space to always improve and heal.

What are your personal interests?
I like reading, kayaking, tennis and history. plus I'm an art enthusiast.

Locations

  1. UnityPoint Clinic Hospitalists - Waterloo
  2. UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital
  3. UnityPoint Clinic Family Medicine - Prairie Parkway
    • phone: 319-277-1990
    • fax: 319-277-0572

Expertise

Education

  • Undergraduate: University of The Gambia
  • Med School: American University of Integrative Sciences, Doctorate
  • American University of Integrative Sciences, Bachelor of Medical Science
  • Graduate: University of Northern Iowa, Master's of Business Administration
  • Residency: Iowa Lutheran Family Residency, Family Medicine

Board Certifications

  • Family Physicians: American Academy