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Okechukwu Nwoko, MD

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4.81 out of 5


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Top Doctor 2023

Specialties

Hand, Wrist & Elbow
Peripheral Nerve Surgery

Okechukwu Nwoko, MD

Hand, Wrist & Elbow Center

Dr. Okechukwu Nwoko is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic hand and upper extremity surgeon. His clinical and research interest include complex fractures, pediatric deformities, arthritis, joint replacements, ligament reconstruction, arthroscopy, as well as nerve injuries of the upper body.

Dr. Nwoko has published research on ligament reconstruction of the elbow, treatments of the upper extremities in children with Osteogenesis Imperfecta, and shoulder function in brachial plexus injuries. He has also presented locally on the management of upper extremity trauma, as well as rheumatoid arthritis of the hand.

In his spare time, his hobbies include soccer, biking and running.

  • Medical School: Temple University School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
  • Residency: Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
  • Fellowship: Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC
  • Undergraduate: University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA

Board Certifications

  • Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, subspecialty in Surgery of the Hand
  • 2020, 2022, 2023 NC Top Doctor Award
  • Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
  • American Society of Surgery of the Hand
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Piedmont Orthopaedic Society
  • Duke Hand Society
  • North Carolina Society for Surgery of the Hand

The Star Ratings associated with each provider is the average of responses from the “likelihood to recommend” question on our patient experience surveys conducted by Qualtrics. The survey goes to patients seen in both the inpatient and outpatient setting; however, the surveys are different. The comments are actual comments received from patients. The number of responses received varies by provider.

March 2026 Everyone went above and beyond to be helpful, to give me the information I needed and to take such great care of me!

March 2026 Great service

March 2026 I appreciate his accuracy

March 2026 He knows his stuff

March 2026 Dr. Nwoko was a great provider. He gave detailed advice and provided a thorough exam. I would highly recommend him.

March 2026 Excellent care.

March 2026 Was well pleased.

March 2026 He's a good guy. Knows what he's doing. Explain the deal. What was going to happen.

March 2026 Always great service

March 2026 Dr was awesome. 10/10 I must recommend.

March 2026 Dr. Nwoko was very patient with all my questions and answered them thoroughly and put my mind at ease about my recovery.

March 2026 I broke 2 wrists while on vacation in Florida. I flew home immediately to see Dr Nwoko. I had surgery the next day after seeing him.

March 2026 There isn’t another provider that comes close to the excellent care Dr Nwoko provides. He is the absolute best!

March 2026 If going to a doctor can be a good experience, this was the best

January 2026 Great communication

January 2026 Ortho is complicated enough on its own, but when it comes to my dominate hand, it is of the utmost importance that it is functional again. This team gives me that confidence that it will be.

January 2026 Wake-Med Management is doing everything right when it comes to serving the community.

January 2026 Friendly, caring team

January 2026 Doctor seemed caring and knowledgeable about my condition

January 2026 Great bedside manner

December 2025 The care was impeccable

December 2025 The care and compassion is always really good.

October 2025 The physician was very friendly and professional. I appreciated his medical expertise as well.

October 2025 Entire team was very professional, and efficent

October 2025 Dr. Nwoko is very positive and compassionate. He is honest and comes across as a confident expert. He communicates very well with setting timelines and expectations. I knew what to expect along the journey to my recovery

October 2025 Friendly, professional

October 2025 Dr and staff excellent caring

October 2025 He is at the top of his field. Trust him with my life.

September 2025 He is an amazing doctor

September 2025 Dr knowledge and answered questions

September 2025 He listens and provides sound feedback without you feeling rushed.

September 2025 In fact I have already recommended Dr Nwoko to a friend who has carpal tunnel syndrome!

September 2025 He shows care for his patients explain things well and give you the best options for you problem

September 2025 He was very informative and polite. He explained things clearly and answered every question.

September 2025 Very informative and took the time to listen to my concerns

September 2025 He was professional and answered all my concerns regarding my wrist.

September 2025 The doctor was very patient, knowledgeable and explaining my issues and very friendly

September 2025 My finger is in good shape thanks to you!

September 2025 Attention to detail and clear instruction

September 2025 Loved the wsy he listened

September 2025 I felt like the doctor and his nurse knew what they we’re talking about

August 2025 Dr. Nwoko is skilled, professional, and caring!

August 2025 Caring staff good communication

August 2025 He was very pleasant and knowledgeable..

August 2025 He’s the best that I came across I wanna put his picture on my wall that’s how good he is very extremely knowledgeable. Dr. Nwoko

August 2025 He is very patient and explains things completely.

August 2025 Great communication and knowledge.

August 2025 He’s an excellent surgeon!

August 2025 Explained clearly, I trust him

July 2025 Friendly, professional and courteous.

July 2025 First experience with this provider and has been an excellent one.

July 2025 He’s a very thorough and outstanding doctor

July 2025 Thorough, patient, great communicator and isn't in a rush to get out of the room.

July 2025 Dr Nwoko took the time to explain my injury and what to expect going forward

June 2025 Everyone was professional. And explained everything to me in detail what was going to happen?

June 2025 He was easy to understand and personable

June 2025 Because I had a totally positive experience and I didn’t have to wait long to be seen.

June 2025 Muy amables

June 2025 They took real good care of me as they prepared me for surgery of my finger. They also did good surgery on my finger!

June 2025 Dr Nwoko is the best!&

June 2025 He was kind, professional and very knowledgeable. Explained options and determined to find the best solution!

June 2025 Knowledgeable skillful professional caring

June 2025 The Doctor was extremely knowledgeable, he listened, he remembered an incident from prior years concerning my sister. He was friendly and kind to my husband and I. That’s a GOOD Doctor!

June 2025 Dr is compassionate and very knowledgeable. He takes the time to answer your questions and I did not feel rushed.

June 2025 He’s amazing has very good experience and feedback knowledgeable and barely left a scar.

June 2025 Dr. Nwoko is very knowledgeable and very attentive.

May 2025 He is friendly and knowledgeable.

May 2025 En lo personal me an ayudado mucho, con mi problema. Y el doctor y su equipo fueron muy amables y me atendieron muy bien.

May 2025 Excellent care and others should know.

May 2025 The doctor was kind and understanding. He did a great job explaining the injury to my mom.

May 2025 The doctor is one of the best ever. I trust him with any issues I have.

April 2025 Caring, knowledgeable Professional

April 2025 This was my second visit with Dr. Nwoko. I truly appreciate his genuine listening, his obvious personal caring for his patient, the clarity of his explanations and his competence!!! I’m so grateful that I was referred to him for my care and impending surgical procedures. Thank you so much, Dr. Nwoko and Jamie!!!

April 2025 Dr. Kwoko was very professional and the staff was very friendly and helpful.

April 2025 Provider was compassionate and caring, explaining all options to treat my fracture.

April 2025 Polite, professional, expert


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