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Chukwuemeka Nnabuife, DO, Family Medicine, Katy, TX

ChukwuemekaChristianNnabuifeDOM.D

Family Medicine Katy, TX

Sports Medicine (Non-Surgical)

Physician

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  • Office

    607 Park Grove Dr
    Ste A
    Katy, TX 77450
    Phone+1 281-256-8685
    Fax+1 281-256-8879

Summary

  • Dr. Nnabuife has more than 20 years of diverse medical experience. He is a primary care sports medicine specialist with a focus on family medicine and the management of common sports and non-sports related injuries, in both young athletes and active adults of all ages. Originally from Nigeria. He attended the prestigious University of Nigeria College of Medicine, where he graduated with a Doctor of Medicine degree. He also attended the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine, graduating with a Doctor of Osteopathic and Manipulative Medicine degree.

    He then completed his residency training in Family Medicine and Fellowship training in Primary care sports medicine at Houston Methodist Hospital, in Texas.
    Dr. Nnabuife is dual board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Osteopathic Board of Family practice. While in fellowship, he provided on-field coverage for notable Universities in the Houston area, such as in women's soccer, men’s and women’s basketball, and coverage for various marathons and sporting events.

    Dr. Nnabuife has a particular interest in the care of children, and teenage athletes that have outgrown their traditional pediatrician and active adults, providing specialized care of sports injuries, concussion management, and orthopedic conditions, with expertise in ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections, for arthritic patients, and platelet-rich plasma injections for chronic tendinopathies. He also manages acute and chronic medical conditions and preventive care.

Education & Training

  • Methodist Hospital (Houston) Willowbrook
    Methodist Hospital (Houston) WillowbrookFellowship, Sports Medicine (Family Medicine), 2020 - 2021
  • Methodist Hospital (Houston)
    Methodist Hospital (Houston)Residency, Family Medicine, 2017 - 2020
  • NYIT College Of Osteopathic Medicine
    NYIT College Of Osteopathic MedicineClass of 2017
  • University of Nigeria College of Medicine, Nsukka (UNN)
    University of Nigeria College of Medicine, Nsukka (UNN) Doctor of Medicine, Medicine and Surgery, 1994 - 2001

Certifications & Licensure

  • TX State Medical License
    TX State License 2020 - 2026
  • American Board of Family Medicine Family Medicine
  • AOA Board of Family Physicians Family Practice and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
  • AOA Board of Family Physicians Sports Medicine (CAQ)
  • The Federal Motor Carrier Safety AdministrationNational Registry of Certified Medical Examiners

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Appreciation and Recognition for Dedication and Commitment to Demonstrate Excellence and the delivery of the highest quality of care to patients American Osteopathic Association, 2021
  • Gold Touch Award NYITCOM, 2015-2017
  • The Gold Humanism Honor Society The Arnold P. Gold Foundation, 2016

Professional Memberships

Industry Relationships

  • Attending, HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress2022 - Present