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Dr. Obonoruma (Obos) Ekhaese, DO

Surgery, Bariatric Surgery
Accepting new patients
25 years of experience
C.A.R.E. Surgery Clinic - Pearland 10905 Memorial Hermann Dr Ste 211, Pearland, TX 77584
(832) 915-8140

Overview
Location
Expertise
Insurance

Brief Intro

Obonoruma (Obos) I. Ekhaese is a proud alumnus of San Jacinto College South and The University of Houston. Dr. Ekhaese attended Western University of Health Sciences - Pomona, CA, and received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree in 2000. In June of 2005, Dr. Ekhaese completed his residency at a Michigan State University-affiliated hospital, Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital Medical Center, (now McLaren Oakland). Seeking to specialize in advanced laparoscopic surgery and bariatric surgery, he completed his 1-year fellowship at the University of Texas at Houston, Minimal Invasive Surgeons of Texas, (MIST at HCA Houston Northwest Medical Center) in June 2009.Dr. Ekhaese joined the staff at John Sealy Hospital Galveston in July 2009 and was part of a highly successful Center of Excellence Bariatric program, Center of Obesity and Metabolic Surgery; while being Faculty, Assistant Professor, at The University of Texas Medical Branch. He held the same position at The University of Texas Health at Houston from February 2017 till August 2019, while serving in the role of Regional Residency Director and Assistant Director of their burgeoning Academic Global Surgery ProgramHe is currently the CEO of his own private practice, C.A.R.E. Clinic where he performs a vast number of surgeries, including surgical treatment for weight loss, general Surgery, as well as robotic surgery. Dr. Ekhaese is dedicated to helping his patients in any way he can. He's a great surgeon and an even better person. Don't hesitate, book an appointment today

Education Background

FELLOWSHIP

University of Texas Houston Northwest, Houston - 2009

RESIDENCY

Michigan State University POH Pontiac, MI - 2005

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Western University of Health Sciences Pomona, CA - 2000

Languages Spoken

English

Location & Hours

Care Surgery Clinic
10905 Memorial Hermann Dr Ste 211, Pearland, TX 77584
Mon:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

Surgery
Bariatric Surgery

Conditions Addressed

Inguinal Hernia
Skin Cancer
Abdominal Hernia
Cholelethiasis or Cholecystitis
Appendicitis
Metabolic Syndrome
Ventral Hernia
Pilonidal abscess
Hiatal Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction

Procedures Performed

Revisional bariatric surgery
Robotic surgery
Weight Loss
Foregut surgery
Skin biopsy
Small Bowel Resection
Hernia Repair
Cholecystectomy
Skin Surgery
Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Wound Care
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
Colonoscopy
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Bariatric Surgery

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

Molina Healthcare
Blue Cross Blue Shield
CHAMPVA
Medicaid
Wellcare
Aetna
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance
Humana
Texas Children's Health Plan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
Anthem Blue Cross
Cigna
Cigna-HealthSpring
UnitedHealthcare
Bright Health
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
Community Health Choice
Tricare

Cancer 66
Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 67
Orthopedics 124
Neurology & Neurosurgery 104
Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 119
Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 125
Diabetes & Endocrinology 53
Children's Hospital 23
Urology 117
Psychiatry 96
Geriatrics 115
Rehabilitation 139
Obsterics & Gynecology 13
Ophthalmology 2
Ear, Nose & Throat 10
Rheumatology 2
Long Term Care 50
Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 60