Somtochukwu Ojukwu, MD, specializes in hematology and medical oncology at Ochsner MD Anderson Cancer Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He cares for adults with a wide range of blood disorders and cancers, providing evaluation, treatment planning, and ongoing support throughout each stage of care.

Dr. Ojukwu earned his medical degree from the University of Ibadan College of Medicine in Nigeria and the University of Dundee in Scotland. He completed his internal medicine residency at Howard University Hospital in Washington, D.C., followed by fellowship training in hematology and oncology at Indiana University School of Medicine. He also holds a Master of Public Health with a focus on epidemiology, statistics, and research design from the University of South Florida.

His clinical interests include the diagnosis and management of benign and malignant hematologic conditions, solid tumors, and cancer related complications. He has contributed to research on lymphoma, multiple myeloma, sickle cell disease and cancer epidemiology, with several peer reviewed publications.

Outside of the clinic, Dr. Ojukwu enjoys reading and watching documentaries, exploring off-the-beaten-path destinations, spending quality time with family and friends and relaxing with video games.