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Dr. Victor Nwakakwa, MD

Dr. Victor Nwakakwa, MD

Gastroenterology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Victor Nwakakwa, MD is a gastroenterologist in Lakeland, FL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Nwakakwa has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease, Gastrointestinal Disorders, and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from University of Ibadan in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities Bartow Regional Medical Center and Lakeland Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd Lakeland, FL 33805

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Nwakakwa specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. See board certifications
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Nwakakwa's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nwakakwa

2.8
17 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
29%
29%
4 star
12%
12%
3 star
12%
12%
2 star
6%
6%
1 star
41%
41%

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I gave the doctor a 3 my endoscopy went well however he always seems rushed and I've had to point out some of my health issues which he should have known about before he met me since it's all on my chart..
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
2 others found this helpful
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Oct 21, 2022
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Amazing Dr.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Mark Aliano – Jul 06, 2022
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I, unfortunately, was referred to this doctor by my general doctor. I just want to say I have so much respect for doctors and nurses, however, this is one doctor that I will not allow to address my medical issues. His demeanor and behavior during my first and last visit with him was awful.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
4 others found this helpful
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Dec 15, 2020
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Waited 3 weeks for an appt. At the appt. the doctor had not taken the time to review my medical records or looked at the CT scan, clearly showing my problem. I had no help from him whatsoever.....VERY disappointed and frustrated that Watson Clinic has this caliber of physician on staff. Will DEFINITELY not be going back
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Sep 01, 2020
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Dr.Nwakakwa saved my life. After years os suffering in what other doctors called IBS, Dr. Nwakawa found that I have neuroendocrine carcinoma. I would have been dead within a year had he had not discovered my cancer. Seven years later I am still alive thanks to Dr. Nwakawa and Moffitt Cancer Center.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jul 22, 2020
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I found him to be very personable and thorough on my first visit. I’ve had two colonoscopies and an endoscopy with this doctor attending me and have been very happy with his care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Jan in Lakeland, FL – Oct 25, 2017
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Dr. Nwakakwa is the worst doctor I ever had the misfortune to have treat me. I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and needed a stent placed in the area of my small intestine. After waiting on 2 separate occasions (while in the hospital) he (or his staff) cancelled my procedure after I had been NPO for over 18 hours each time. When the procedure was finally done he gave different information to my husband than he gave to the nursing staff. If I could rate him (-) I would do that.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
9 others found this helpful
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Lakeland, FL – Apr 13, 2017
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The worst MD on the planet!! Wow did he become a doctor?? So scary, he was so concerned about using his voice activated computer and doing back stretches, that he couldn't even give me attention. I would never recommend him. He told me my rectal bleed was no big deal. But offered no explanation nothing ,
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Ruskin, FL – Oct 26, 2016
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I am done with this Doctor as he told me he couldn't help me and I should go to an urgent care. I paid my $50.00 co-pay and he refused to help me.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Carol S in Winter Haven, FL – Jun 25, 2016
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Well.... he perforated my wife's colon doing a colonoscopy..she could have died!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Auburndale, FL – May 09, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Victor Nwakakwa, MD is a gastroenterologist in Lakeland, FL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Nwakakwa has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease, Gastrointestinal Disorders, and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated...read more
  • Gastroenterology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Allegheny University Hosps|georgetown University Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Ibadan

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

Watson Clinic LLP1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd Lakeland, FL 33805
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 6:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 6:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 6:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 6:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 6:30am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Watson Clinic Surgery Center1315 N Florida Ave Lakeland, FL 33805
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Practice

Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd Lakeland, FL 33805
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:15am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 8:15am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 8:15am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 8:15am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: 8:15am - 4:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Bartow Regional Medical Center

    2200 Osprey Blvd
    Bartow, FL 33830

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Lakeland Regional Medical Center

    1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd
    Lakeland, FL 33805
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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