Overview
Zeph Okeke, MD is a board certified urologic surgeon specializing in endourology, minimally invasive surgery and laparoscopy. He is known for developing and being the principal investigator of the novel S.T.O.N.E. classification system for kidney stones.His expertise is in using minimally invasive techniques for the management of complex kidney and ureteral stone disease, and urothelial cancers (transitional cell carcinoma) of the kidney and ureter. He also has special interest and expertise in Holmium and Thulium laser enucleation (HOLEP and ThuLEP) for enlarged prostates (BPH).In addition to treating patients and conducting research, Dr. Okeke serves as co-director of the Smith Institute for Urology endourology and laparoscopy fellowship training programs. He lectures at the American Urological Association s annual meetings and is frequently invited to speak before the World Congress of Endourology. A mentor and teacher, Dr. Okeke also serves as a surgeon and lecturer for live surgical demonstration courses at various international meetings.Dr. Okeke earned his medical degree from Cornell University Medical College in New York City. He completed his Urology residency and served as Chief Resident in the Department of Urology at the New York Presbyterian Hospital-Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons.Dr. Okeke's research interest includes surgical outcomes of kidney stone patients, grading and characterizing complex kidney stones to guide surgery and counseling with respect to outcomes. He has published in leading journals and textbooks including the Smith's Textbook of Endourology, Journal of Urology, Urology and Cancer.He is the recipient of the Teacher of the Year Award at the North Shore LIJ Health System. Dr. Okeke also received the prestigious Arnold P. Gold Foundation Teaching Award for Humanism and Excellence in Teaching. Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons awarded its first Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr. Okeke for medical student teaching during his residency.
Dr. Okeke is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Stones, Bladder Stones, Horseshoe Kidney, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 66 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.
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450 Lakeville Road, Suite M42, Lake Success, NY 11042
1000 Northern Boulevard, Suite 120, Great Neck, NY 11021
233 7th Street, Suite 203, Garden City, NY 11530
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Dr. Okeke has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Zeph Okeke
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Zeph Okeke?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Zeph Okeke by calling their office at 516-734-8500. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Zeph Okeke a top-rated expert for Kidney Stones?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Zeph Okeke is classified as an Elite expert for Kidney Stones, 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. Zeph Okeke specialize in?
While Dr. Zeph Okeke is a Urology, they have specific expertise in Kidney Stones, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Stones. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Urology.
Does Dr. Zeph Okeke participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Zeph Okeke has published 57 articles and abstracts on conditions like Kidney Stones. You can view a list of Dr. Zeph Okeke's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Zeph Okeke accept my insurance?
Dr. Zeph Okeke accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 516-734-8500 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Kidney StonesDr. Okeke isElite. Learn about Kidney Stones.
- UreteroscopyDr. Okeke isElite. Learn about Ureteroscopy.
- Distinguished
- Bilateral HydronephrosisDr. Okeke isDistinguished. Learn about Bilateral Hydronephrosis.
- Bladder StonesDr. Okeke isDistinguished. Learn about Bladder Stones.
- BoilsDr. Okeke isDistinguished. Learn about Boils.
- CarbuncleDr. Okeke isDistinguished. Learn about Carbuncle.
- CystinuriaDr. Okeke isDistinguished. Learn about Cystinuria.
- EndoscopyDr. Okeke isDistinguished. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Advanced
- Autosomal Dominant Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease
- Bladder CancerDr. Okeke isAdvanced. Learn about Bladder Cancer.
- EmpyemaDr. Okeke isAdvanced. Learn about Empyema.
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)Dr. Okeke isAdvanced. Learn about Enlarged Prostate (BPH).
- Intussusception in ChildrenDr. Okeke isAdvanced. Learn about Intussusception in Children.
- Medullary Sponge KidneyDr. Okeke isAdvanced. Learn about Medullary Sponge Kidney.
- Experienced
- Bladder Outlet ObstructionDr. Okeke isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Outlet Obstruction.
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Okeke isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- Familial Prostate CancerDr. Okeke isExperienced. Learn about Familial Prostate Cancer.
- Frequent or Urgent UrinationDr. Okeke isExperienced. Learn about Frequent or Urgent Urination.
- HydroceleDr. Okeke isExperienced. Learn about Hydrocele.
- Interstitial CystitisDr. Okeke isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Cystitis.