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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 Esophageal Disorders, Pancreatic Disease, and Gastrointestinal 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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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 21, 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
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Mark Aliano – Jul 06, 2022
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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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 15, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 01, 2020
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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
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 22, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jan in Lakeland, FL – Oct 25, 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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lakeland, FL – Apr 13, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ruskin, FL – Oct 26, 2016
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Carol S in Winter Haven, FL – Jun 25, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 people 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 Esophageal Disorders, Pancreatic Disease, and Gastrointestinal 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
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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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