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Chukwumah, Chike V., MD

Title
Director, Hartford Hospital Hernia Center
Gender

Male

Language

English

Providing the best care to our patients and their companions requires communicating in a way everyone understands. Interpreter services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. All spoken languages are available, as well as American Sign Language (AS/L).

Specialties
Accepting New Patients
  • General Surgery
Areas of Expertise
Abdominal Core Health, Abdominal Wall Hernias, Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, Achalasia, Acid Reflux Surgery, Antireflux Surgery, Appendectomy, Cholecystectomy, Complex Incisional Hernias, Complex Ventral Hernias, Endoscopy, Foregut Surgery, Fundoplication, Gallbladder Surgery, Gastroesophageal Reflux Surgery (GERD), Gastrointestinal Surgery, Groin Hernias, Hernia Repair, Hernia Surgery, Hiatal Hernia Repair, Intestinal Surgery, Laparoscopic Foregut Surgery, Laparoscopic Gallbladder Surgery, Laparoscopic Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic Surgery, LINX Reflux Management, Minimally Invasive Foregut Surgery, Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Peptic Ulcer Disease, Robotic Hernia Repair, Robotic Surgery, Upper GI Surgery

Hospitals and Organizations

  • West Hartford Surgery Center
  • Hartford HealthCare Medical Group
  • Hartford Hospital
  • Integrated Care Partners

Education

Fellowship
Case Western Reserve University ‐ Laparoendoscopic, Minimally Invasive and Advanced Surgery

Medical School
University of Ibadan, Nigeria

Residency
University of Connecticut School of Medicine ‐ General Surgery

Reviews

Verified Patient Reviews

5 out of 5 stars

I am so lucky to be in such good hands.

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Chukwumah was excellent at explaining what was going on with me. I found him very compassionate and I left him feeling confident and knowledgeable how to care for my issue.

5 out of 5 stars

Very happy with Dr. C, MA and Nurse are great as well. Nice office staff, etc.

5 out of 5 stars

The Dr was thorough and took the time to make sure all my questions and concerns were answered. I did not feel rushed.

5 out of 5 stars

The doctor was very warm and friendly. I appreciated the time and effort he took to simply explain things that I had concerns about.

Other Reviews from Around the Web

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. is a very compassionate and knowledgeable man. Years ago in 2014 he saved my life doing a surgery that other Dr.s refused to do. The only Dr. I completely trust his opinion.

4 out of 5 stars

Dr Chukwumah is very attentive practioner, he listens to what you have to say and so far is easy to talk to. The office staff is pleasant, check in is easy. So far I've no complaints.

5 out of 5 stars

Informative, pleasant, extremely good surgeon.

5 out of 5 stars

I had an excellent visit with Doctor Chukwumah, he is a great listener, shows that he cares about his patients, and explained the previous test results so I could understand exactly what going on and what my options are in the future. I highly recommend Doctor Chukwumah. Thank you and your Staff.

Bio

After graduating from medical school at the University of Ibadan, Nigeria, Dr. Chukwumah completed residency in general surgery at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine.

He then completed a fellowship in laparoendoscopic surgery at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland.

Dr. Chukwumah has held general surgery positions at the University College Hospital in Ibadan, Nigeria, and St. Mary's Catholic Hospital in Warri, Nigeria.

He has delivered numerous medical lectures, and published articles in peer-reviewed publications and medical textbooks.

Media

News

Insurance

Aetna, Anthem, Cigna Healthcare, Colonial Cooperative Care, Community Health Network of Connecticut, Inc., Connecticare, First Health Group Corp., Health New England, Multiplan, Northeast Health Direct, Oxford Health Plans, United Healthcare, BCBS Medicare, Connecticare Commercial, Connecticare Medicare, Corvel, Coventry, Essence Healthcare, Evercare, Focus, Health Connecticut, Health Direct, Healthy Connecticut, Prime Health Services, Private Health Care Systems, Inc., Senior Whole Health, WellCare of Connecticut, Inc., One Health Plan/ Great-West Healthcare, CarePartners of Connecticut

This information is subject to change at any time. Please check with your insurance provider before scheduling your appointment or receiving services to confirm they are a participating member of the Hartford HealthCare network.

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