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Dr. Ikemefuna Onyekwelu, MD

Dr. Ikemefuna Onyekwelu, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*

Dr. Ikemefuna Onyekwelu, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Little Rock, AR. He is affiliated with medical facilities Baptist Health Medical Center North Little Rock and CHI St. Vincent Infirmary. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

800 Fair Park Blvd Little Rock, AR 72204
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(501) 500-3500

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Onyekwelu specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Onyekwelu's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Onyekwelu

4.8

24 ratings, 24 with a written review
5 Star
92%
92%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
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2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kay – Jul 14, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 09, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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M. Gray – Jan 05, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
James – Nov 10, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
S.Smith – Jun 17, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 25, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Doc Gibson – Apr 06, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Lakeshia Lee – Mar 10, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Wilson family – Jan 07, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Joect – Sep 14, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Aug 26, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 11, 2021
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
KATHLYNN BAKER – Mar 07, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jan 14, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
ARVnatives – Jan 07, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jan 07, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 01, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 01, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Alicia Mizell – Sep 24, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
David Bernard – Jul 03, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Onyekwelu's treatment philosophy is based on the best available evidence while employing an individualized but comprehensive treatment approach for each patient.

biography

Dr. Onyekwelu is a Fellowship trained Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon specializing in complex degenerative disorders of the spine, including pinched nerves of the neck and sciatica, employing the latest in minimally invasive techniques and motion-preserving...read more

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Twin Cities Spine Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • University Of Louisville School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital

  • American University Of Antigua

    Medical School

  • American Board Of Orthopedic Surgery

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Orthoarkansas PA800 Fair Park Blvd Little Rock, AR 72204
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions
Office505 E Dave Ward Dr Ste 5 Conway, AR 72032
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    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Practice

Orthoarkansas PA3480 Landers Rd North Little Rock, AR 72117
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Baptist Health Medical Center-North Little Rock3333 Springhill Dr North Little Rock, AR 72117
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baptist Health Medical Center North Little Rock

    3333 Springhill Dr
    North Little Rock, AR 72117

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    78%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • CHI St. Vincent Infirmary

    2 Saint Vincent Cir
    Little Rock, AR 72205
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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