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Dr Onyebuchi Nzekwue

General Practitioner

IBSc, MBBS, DFRSH with LoC, MRCGP

Practises at: The Blackheath Hospital, The Sloane Hospital

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Personal Profile

Dr Nzekwue trained in London at the distinguished University College London and graduated in 2007. Specialising in General Practice, Dr. Nzekwue earned her GP qualification in 2012 and holds membership in the Royal College of General Practitioners.

During her junior doctor and specialist GP training years, Dr Nzekwue amassed diverse clinical experience as she undertook and completed specialised hospital jobs in Genitourinary Medicine (Contraceptive and sexual heath medicine), Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics & Neonatology, General surgery, Psychiatry, Geriatric Medicine, Adult and Paediatric Emergency medicine, and Otolaryngology (ENT).

As an experienced and versatile GP she has worked in many different locations within healthcare such as a salaried GP, locum GP, Out of hours, Urgent Care Centres, community clinics and Joint Emergency Team. Her belief and aims in any setting are to give the best quality medical and holistic patient care.

In addition to her General Practice expertise, Dr Nzekwue has pursued additional qualifications, becoming a specialist in sexual health, women’s health, and reproductive health in 2010. She remains active within the specialty, holding memberships in the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare and the British Menopause Society.

As a dedicated educator, Dr Nzekwue imparts her knowledge to junior doctors, GP trainees, and nurses. Her commitment to medical excellence was acknowledged in 2023 with a nomination for the Outstanding Teaching Award at the Oxleas NHS Trust Medical Education Awards.

Dr Nzekwue enjoys consulting in all aspects of GP and sexual health and reproductive healthcare. Her professional scope and expertise services include:

  • Insertion of intrauterine devices
  • Removal of intrauterine devices
  • Insertion of contraceptive hormonal implants
  • Removal of contraceptive hormonal implants
  • Administering contraceptive Depo injections
  • Natural family planning
  • Cervical smear tests
  • Sexual health screening and treatment
  • Genital examinations
  • Cryotherapy for genital warts
  • Injections for hyperhidrosis affecting the armpit (excessive sweating)

In addition to her medical practice, Dr Nzekwue has expanded her skills into Cosmetic Dermatology and Aesthetics. As the co-founder of The Blackwell Clinic, she offers personalised skin consultations and performs aesthetic procedures, including chemical peels, micro-needling, dermal fillers, and anti-wrinkle and anti-sweating injections.

Approachable, understanding, and dedicated, Dr. Nzekwue prioritises patient-centred care, ensuring her patients receive the most appropriate treatment plans.

Beyond her professional commitments, she cherishes time with her family and enjoys exploring the serene surroundings of Royal Greenwich Park and Greenwich Market. A culinary enthusiast, Dr. Nzekwue embraces opportunities to discover and savour culinary delicacies, readily accepting invitations to Farmers Markets.

Please note that all consultation fees will be paid on the day at the end of your consultation. Payments will be taken by Dr Nzekwue. Any additional fees i.e. for imaging, blood tests, procedures or investigations will be invoiced to you separately by the hospital.

Clinical Interests

Her professional scope and expertise services include:

  • Insertion of intrauterine devices
  • Removal of intrauterine devices
  • Insertion of contraceptive hormonal implants
  • Removal of contraceptive hormonal implants
  • Administering contraceptive Depo injections
  • Natural family planning
  • Cervical smear tests
  • Sexual health screening and treatment
  • Genital examinations
  • Cryotherapy for genital warts
  • Injections for hyperhidrosis affecting the armpit (excessive sweating)

Professional Memberships

General Medical Council

Royal College of General Practitioners

Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Health

British Menopause Society

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