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Dr. Chukwuemeka Anderson Obi, MD is a cardiologist in Jacksonville, FL specializing in adult cardiology. He graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine. Dr. Chukwuemeka Anderson Obi, MD is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville, Baptist Health, Baptist Medical Center South and BAPTIST CARDIOLOGY, INC.
3225 University Boulevard South Suite 104
Jacksonville, FL 32216
836 Prudential Drive Suite 1700
Jacksonville, FL 32207
Heart Problems
The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.
Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.
Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.
Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.
Dr. Chukwuemeka Anderson Obi, MD graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine. He completed residency at Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine) and has a state license in Florida.
Medical School: University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Residency: Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell
Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine)
Licensed In: Florida
Dr. Chukwuemeka Anderson Obi, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Chukwuemeka Anderson Obi, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Humana EPO, United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice), Aetna National Advantage Program, CIGNA PPO, CIGNA HMO, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Medicare Advantage, AARP, MultiPlan, Humana HMO, Aetna, Railroad Medicare, First Health PPO, TRICARE Prime, AvMed, United Healthcare, Aetna Open Choice PPO, Aetna Managed Choice, AvMed HMO, Medicare, Medicaid, Humana, TRICARE, United POS, Florida Blue - HMO BlueCare, Veteran's Affairs Community Care Network, Florida Blue - Blue Options (Network Blue), Centivo - Select and Non-Select, United HMO, Commercial, Choice Care PPO, United PPO, Other, Florida Blue - Indemnity (PHS), Florida Blue - PPO (PPC), United Open Access and UMR Baptist Health Employees.
According to our sources, Dr. Chukwuemeka Anderson Obi, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Chukwuemeka Anderson Obi, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.98 out of 5 stars based on 60 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Chukwuemeka Anderson Obi, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Jacksonville, FL.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Chukwuemeka Anderson Obi, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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SAPIEN 3 Ultra RESILIA $184 |
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MitraClip $120 |
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Micra $75 |
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ENTRESTO $49 |
LEQVIO $20 |
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FARXIGA $23 |
CAMZYOS $21 |
LifeVest $20 |
Repatha $19 |
Hillrom - Carnation Ambulatory Monitor $18 |
Other $13 |
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Dr. Chukwuemeka Obi is a physician who specializes in adult cardiology. Dr. Obi is rated highly by his patients. Clinical interests for Dr. Obi include heart failure, hypertension (high blood pressure), and preventive cardiology. His professional affiliations include Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville, Baptist Medical Center South, and Baptist Health. He appears to be an in-network provider for AvMed, Coventry, CIGNA Plans, and more. Dr. Obi is a graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Medicine.
