Dr. Essien U. Ekong

Family Medicine
Avera Holy Family Hospital
826 N 8th St, 
Estherville, IA 
Accepting New Patients
Avera Holy Family Hospital
826 N 8th St, 
Estherville, IA 

Overview

Essien Ekong is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Estherville, Iowa.

His clinical expertise encompasses Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Necrosis, and Peptic Ulcer.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Ekong is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Family Medicine

Licenses

Family Medicine in NE

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Absolute Total Care South Carolina
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Aetna
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AllCare Health
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
Anthem BCBS
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Arkansas Health and Wellness
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AvMed
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  • POS
Baylor Scott & White Health
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  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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BMC HealthNet
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Buckeye Health Plan
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Cambia Health Solutions
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  • POS
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  • POS
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Health New England
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Health Partners Plans
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Highmark
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HMSA
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Home State Health
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Horizon Healthcare
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  • POS
Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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  • PPO
Independent Health
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  • POS
  • PPO
Itasca Medical Care
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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Johns Hopkins Healthcare
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LA Care
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Louisiana Healthcare Connections
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Sunshine Health
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Superior Health Plan
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Sutter Health
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TeamCare
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University of Michigan Health
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UPMC
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Valley Health
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Wellcare
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Locations

Avera Holy Family Hospital
826 N 8th St, Estherville, IA 51334

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

1 Total Publications

Recurrent Oral Ulcers in a Refugee.
Recurrent Oral Ulcers in a Refugee.
Journal: American family physician
Published: April 20, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Essien U. Ekong

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Essien U. Ekong?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Essien U. Ekong by calling their office at 712-362-2631. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Essien U. Ekong a top-rated expert for Viral Gastroenteritis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Essien U. Ekong is classified as an Experienced expert for Viral Gastroenteritis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Essien U. Ekong specialize in?

While Dr. Essien U. Ekong is a Family Medicine, they have specific expertise in Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, and Necrosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Family Medicine.

Does Dr. Essien U. Ekong participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Essien U. Ekong has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Viral Gastroenteritis. You can view a list of Dr. Essien U. Ekong's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Essien U. Ekong accept my insurance?

Dr. Essien U. Ekong accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 712-362-2631 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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