Oke A. Anakwenze
Expertise in
5
conditions
Expertise in
5
conditions
5601 Arringdon Park Dr, 
Morrisville, NC 

Overview

I am the head of shoulder surgery at Duke. Connecting with and caring for patients is very rewarding and is the reason I went into medicine. I take pride in providing both operative and non-operative treatments based not only on the latest research and evidence but also on the unique individual needs and expectations of each patient. Being a tertiary level surgeon means that I frequently manage patients sent to me by other surgeons. “The needs of the patient come first” and “first do no harm” are two phrases that guide me during every patient interaction. This ensures that each patient receives the same care as I would provide a family member of mine. I am supported by an excellent team that all share the same mission of outstanding patient care. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, reading, and staying active.

Dr. Anakwenze is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hypermobile Joints, Tendinitis, Acute Pain, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 171 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Mayo Clinic College Of Medicine (Minnesota)| University Of California, 2007|2016|2018

Specialties

Orthopedics

Licenses

Orthopaedic Surgery in PA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery

Fellowships

Shoulder and Elbow, Columbia University (New York)

Hospital Affiliations

Duke University Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Ambetter
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Piedmont
  • HMO
  • POS
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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Locations

Duke Ambulatory Surgery Center Arringdon
5601 Arringdon Park Dr, Morrisville, NC 27560
Other Locations
Duke Orthopaedics Arringdon
5601 Arringdon Park Dr, Morrisville, NC 27560
Duke University Hospital
2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27710

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.


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Is Dr. Oke A. Anakwenze a top-rated expert for Hypermobile Joints?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Oke A. Anakwenze is classified as an Distinguished expert for Hypermobile Joints, 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. Oke A. Anakwenze specialize in?

While Dr. Oke A. Anakwenze is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Hypermobile Joints, Tendinitis, and Acute Pain. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.

Does Dr. Oke A. Anakwenze participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Oke A. Anakwenze has published 171 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hypermobile Joints. You can view a list of Dr. Oke A. Anakwenze's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Oke A. Anakwenze accept my insurance?

Dr. Oke A. Anakwenze accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-997-3050 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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