About Chukwuemeka C. Nnabuife, MD, DO
Chukwuemeka Nnabuife, M.D., D.O. is a primary care sports medicine physician with a focus on family medicine and the management of common sports and non-sports related injuries, in both young athletes and active adults of all ages. Dr. Nnabuife has more than 20 years of diverse medical experience. Originally from Nigeria, he attended the prestigious University of Nigeria College of Medicine, where he graduated with a Doctor of Medicine degree. He also attended New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine, graduating with a Doctor of Osteopathic and Manipulative Medicine degree. Dr. Nnabuife went on to complete his residency training in Family Medicine and Fellowship training in Primary care sports medicine at Houston Methodist Hospital, in Texas.
Dr. Nnabuife is dual board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and American Osteopathic Board of Family practice. While in fellowship, he provided on-field coverage for Rice University and Prairie View A&M University men's and women's basketball and women's soccer teams and coverage for various marathons and sporting events. Dr. Nnabuife has a particular interest in the care of children, and teenage athletes that have outgrown their traditional pediatrician and active adults, providing specialized care of sports injuries, concussion management, and orthopedic conditions, with expertise in ultrasound guided musculoskeletal injections, for arthritic patients, and platelet rich plasma injections for chronic tendinopathies. He also manages acute and chronic medical conditions and preventive care.
Dr. Nnabuife emphasizes a holistic approach to the treatment and care, of his patients. He is trained to partner and listen to his patients with the goal of helping them get healthy and stay well. Dr. Nnabuife is a member of the Gold Humanism Honor Society and is recognized by American Osteopathic Association for his dedication and commitment to demonstrate excellence and the delivery of the highest quality of care to his patients. In his spare time
Dr. Nnabuife enjoys to spending time with his family, traveling, painting, and going on medical missions.
Practice Locations
Dr. Chukwuemeka C. Nnabuife, Physician sees patients at:
- Cypress Family and Sports Medicine in Cypress, TX 77433
- West Houston Radiology Associates, LLP in Cypress, TX 77429
- Notrth Cypress Medical Center Dialysis Suite in Cypress, TX 77429
- Houston Internal Medicine Group, PLLC in Cypress, TX 77429
- North Cypress Medical Center Operating Company, Ltd in Cypress, TX 77429
Education
Dr. Nnabuife graduated with a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine, from Houston Methodist Hospital, from Houston Methodist Hospital, and from University of Nigeria. Chukwuemeka C. Nnabuife, MD, DO earned degrees of a Doctor of Medicine and Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine.
Licenses
Chukwuemeka C. Nnabuife, MD, DO has been registered with the National Provider Identifier database since May 23, 2017, and his NPI number is 1992233811. Dr. Nnabuife certified his NPI information on 01/02/2022.
Associations
Dr. Chukwuemeka C. Nnabuife, Physician is a member of:
- American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians
- American Osteopathic Association
- American Academy of Family Physicians
- American Medical Society for Sports Medicine
- American Society of Regenerative Medicine
- Texas Academy of Family Physicians
Insurance
Dr. Chukwuemeka C. Nnabuife, Physician accepts the following insurance providers:
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Aetna [Aetna Life Insurance Company]
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American Health Plans
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
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Bright HealthCare
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Cigna Healthcare [Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company]
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Community Health Choice, Inc.
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Devoted Health
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First Health
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Friday Health Plans
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Healthcare Highways [Healthcare Highways, Inc.]
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HealthSmart [HealthSmart Holdings, Inc.]
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Humana [Humana Health Plan of Texas, Inc.]
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Imperial Health Plan [Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc.]
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Independence American Insurance Company
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Independent Medical Systems
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Medicaid
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Medicare
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Molina Marketplace [Molina Healthcare of Texas, Inc.]
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Multiplan / PHCS [MultiPlan, Inc.]
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Oscar Insurance Company of Texas
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Prime Healthcare Employee Health Plan
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Provider Partners Health Plans (PPHP)
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Superior HealthPlan
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Texas Children's Health Plan
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Three Rivers Provider Network
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TriCare
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TriWest Healthcare Alliance
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UnitedHealthcare Insurance Company
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USA MCO [USA Managed Care Organization]
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US Family Health Plan
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Wellcare [Wellcare Health Plans, Inc.]
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WellMed [WellMed Medical Management Inc.]
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WellPoint
Book an Appointment
Dr. Chukwuemeka C. Nnabuife is a verified family medicine doctor on Vitadox.com and currently accepts new patient appointments.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Chukwuemeka C. Nnabuife, please call (281) 256-8685.
