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Dr. Onyinye Okezie, MD

Dr. Onyinye Okezie, MD

Pediatrics*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Onyinye Okezie, MD is a pediatrician in Bakersfield, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University Of Nigeria, Faculty Of Medicine in 1999. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Bakersfield Memorial Hospital and Mercy Hospital Downtown-Bakersfield. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 56 reviews 4 Star Rating (56 reviews)

Practice

500 Old River Rd Bakersfield, CA 93311
Telehealth available
(661) 370-0777

Care Philosophy

"Treating every child like my own. Understanding that kids are kids and not young adults."

- Dr. Onyinye Okezie, MD

At a Glance

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

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Okezie

4.0

56 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
71%
71%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
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0%
2 Star
2%
2%
1 Star
23%
23%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mrs Hagar – Jun 02, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
Helpful
Bakersfield , CA – Jan 30, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 20, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Bakersfield, CA – Oct 06, 2017
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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
Becky RM in Bakersfield, CA – Jan 28, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Agatha in Bakersfielf ca – Jan 24, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Kristen in Bakersfield, CA – Jan 12, 2017
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Taft, CA – Dec 13, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Bakersfield, CA – Oct 07, 2016
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Melisa R. in Bakersfield, Ca. – Apr 01, 2016
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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
Gena Daniels, RN in Bakersfield, CA – Mar 13, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Annabelle in Bakersfield , Ca – Jan 19, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Treating every child like my own. Understanding that kids are kids and not young adults.

  • Pediatrics

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

  • University Of Nigeria, Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatrics
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Within the last one to three years
Medical Board of California

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  • English

  • Edo

  • Igbo

  • Spanish

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Locations

Practice

Office500 Old River Rd Bakersfield, CA 93311
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Bakersfield Memorial Hospital

    420 34th St
    Bakersfield, CA 93301
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mercy Hospital Downtown-Bakersfield

    2215 Truxtun Ave
    Bakersfield, CA 93301

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Adventist Health Delano

    1401 Garces Hwy
    Delano, CA 93215

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    78%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    11% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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