New physician to join Vidant Oncology - Tarboro | Eastern NC Now

Dr. Ikenna Osuorji is now practicing with Vidant Medical Group at Vidant Oncology - Tarboro. The addition of Dr. Osuorji will allow for the continued growth of the regional network of cancer care in eastern North Carolina.

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    GREENVILLE     Dr. Ikenna Osuorji is now practicing with Vidant Medical Group at Vidant Oncology - Tarboro. The addition of Dr. Osuorji will allow for the continued growth of the regional network of cancer care in eastern North Carolina.

    Osuorji completed his fellowship in hematology and oncology at Providence Hospital/Karmanos Cancer Center at Wayne State University. Additionally, he is board certified in internal medicine. Osuorji has a wealth of knowledge and experience in both academic and community settings.

    "The specialized skills and experience that Dr. Osuorji brings will be a tremendous asset to our practice," said Dr. Charles Knupp, medical director for Vidant Medical Group Medical Oncology Services. "Dr. Osuorji is widely respected, and he is known for his excellent communication and bedside skills."

    Osuorji is looking forward to continuing his work as a medical oncologist by serving the community of Tarboro and others through the regional network of eastern Carolina. "I am committed to delivering care with compassion, sound scientific and medical knowledge, and keen judgment," said Osuorji.

    Osuorji joins Drs. Charles Knupp and Darla Liles, who currently see patients at 123 Hospital Drive in Tarboro.

    The practice is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. For more information, visit www.VidantHealth.com, or call the office at (252) 641-7714.

   Contact: Carissa Etters, Strategic Development, (252) 847-0413 or Carissa.Etters@VidantHealth.com or Doug Boyd, East Carolina University News Services, (252) 744-2482 or boydd@ecu.edu

    Vidant Health, a mission-driven, not-for-profit corporation, owns, leases or has a majority membership interest in nine eastern North Carolina hospitals and has a management agreement with one other. The health system includes Albemarle Health, Vidant Beaufort Hospital, Vidant Bertie Hospital, Vidant Chowan Hospital, Vidant Duplin Hospital, Vidant Edgecombe Hospital, The Outer Banks Hospital, Vidant Medical Center, Vidant Pungo Hospital, Vidant Roanoke-Chowan Hospital, Vidant Home Health and Hospice, Vidant Wellness Centers, Vidant Medical Group and is affiliated with the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. On the web at www.vidanthealth.com.
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