Ulochi Nwagwu, MD

• George’s University School of Medicine – MD
• Emory University – Master of Public Health
• University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign – Community Health

Bio

Ulochi Nwagwu, MD, MPH (she/her/hers) joined DFMCH as a resident in 2024. Ulochi’s path to medicine was shaped by her journeys through Chicago, IL, Atlanta, GA, Guadalajara, Mexico, and St. George’s, Grenada. She grew up in the under-resourced neighborhood of Englewood in Chicago, which instilled in her resilience and determination to overcome obstacles. She earned her bachelor’s degree in community health from the University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign and her master’s in public health from Emory University. She worked extensively in public health and clinical research, which provided her the opportunity to build relationships with patients and listen to their stories, which deepened her appreciation for the human aspect of healthcare. Ulochi participated in global health experiences in which she learned to be resourceful and adaptable in providing care. The experiences also broadened her perspective on healthcare disparities and challenged her to contribute to innovative solutions. Ulochi earned her medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine. She is drawn to family medicine because of her wide-ranging interests in women’s health, obstetrics, gynecology, adolescent and pediatric reproductive health, dermatology, preventative medicine, and lifestyle medicine. Ulochi spends her free time journaling, thrifting, cooking, baking, and exploring perfumery and nail artistry.