Nigerian doctor recognised for kidney care innovation in the US
The United States Mission in Nigeria has praised Dr Ikenna Okezie for his efforts in transforming kidney care and improving healthcare access in the US. Dr Okezie is the CEO and co-founder of Somatus, a company providing in-home dialysis support for patients with chronic kidney disease. He was born in Nigeria, raised in Detroit, and influenced by his physician family members. His leadership and innovation are seen as reshaping care delivery across the United States.
What we know
- The US Mission commended Dr Ikenna Okezie for his contributions to kidney care and healthcare access.
- Dr Okezie leads Somatus, which offers in-home dialysis for chronic kidney disease patients.
- He holds degrees from Yale and Harvard, with a background in medicine, business, and economics.
- Before Somatus, he held leadership roles at DaVita Inc., McKinsey & Company, and the Advisory Board Company.
- Somatus, co-founded with Anthony Welters, is valued at about $2.5bn and is a leader in value-based healthcare management.
