Ifeoma Nwokoye

I completed my Masters of Science in Nursing at Yale University in 2016,  Nurse Practitioner Residency at Lifelong Medical in Berkeley, CA, then worked as a family nurse practitioner and primary care provider in community-based federally qualified health centers across the state of CT. I have an extensive background in health and wellness, ranging from managing public health programs in West Africa, working as a certified yoga instructor and life coach, to providing reiki for patients at Yale New Haven Hospital. Working on the frontlines of healthcare I experienced not only the health struggles of individuals and communities, but the power, beauty and resilience of people, no matter their circumstance in life, genes, or health history.  I also saw how our current healthcare system is ailing in many ways. 

I am part of a growing movement of healthcare providers to reimagine what healthcare can and should be.  For me, that means healthcare that honors the whole person, sees human potential rather than just focusing on deficits, addresses the underlying causes of imbalance and disease, is affordable and equitable, and where both patients and healthcare workers thrive.

On a personal level, tending to my own health challenges through lifestyle changes teaches me humility and respect for the wisdom of the body, and that self-care and healthy living can be joyful. I have a deep and consistent meditation and spiritual practice that supports my lifestyle and clinical work.

I look forward to getting to know and work with you!