About
Dr. Chinelo Okoye brings more than 20 years of practice experience to Katy Premier Primary Care. She earned her BS in Microbiology from the University of Georgia, graduating Magna Cum Laude with Honors. She then completed her medical degree at Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine in Chicago. Her residency in Internal Medicine took place at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC.
Dr. Okoye holds board certification in Internal Medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and maintains active Maintenance of Certification. She also holds the distinction of Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP). Her career has included work as a hospitalist at St. Luke's Medical Center in Houston, as a primary care physician serving veterans at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, and as a Clinical Instructor with Baylor College of Medicine, where she taught Internal Medicine residents, medical students, and PA students. She is passionate about geriatric care, ADHD management, women's health, mental health, and chronic disease. Dr. Okoye lives in Katy with her husband and two children, who attend Katy ISD schools. Her patients consistently describe her attentiveness, compassion, and commitment to getting to the root of their problems.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
BS in Microbiology, University of Georgia (Magna Cum Laude with Honors)
Medical School
Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine, Chicago, IL (MD)
Residency
Residency in Internal Medicine, Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, DC
Additional Training
Clinical Instructor, Baylor College of Medicine (Internal Medicine residents, medical students, PA students)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Okoye right for?
Dr. Okoye is a strong fit for adults managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or thyroid disease. Patients 65 and older benefit from her geriatric focus and home visit availability. Women seeking comprehensive primary and gynecological care will find her scope particularly well-matched. Executives and caregivers who need reliable same-day access can join her Priority Membership tier. Patients dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, or weight concerns also fit well within her practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Okoye specializes in internal medicine, geriatric care, women's health, mental health, ADHD management, and chronic disease. She also manages conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, obesity, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. Her scope includes preventive care, acute illness, and complex chronic disease management.
Yes. Dr. Okoye holds board certification in Internal Medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She also maintains active Maintenance of Certification and holds the distinction of Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP).
Dr. Okoye earned her MD at Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine in Chicago. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC. Earlier, she earned a BS in Microbiology from the University of Georgia, graduating Magna Cum Laude with Honors.
Yes. Dr. Okoye served as a Clinical Instructor with Baylor College of Medicine, where she taught Internal Medicine residents, medical students, and PA students. She also worked as a hospitalist at St. Luke's Medical Center in Houston and served veterans at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center.
Yes. Geriatric care is one of Dr. Okoye's core clinical interests. She offers home visits specifically for patients 65 and older, making care accessible for those with mobility challenges or complex health needs.
Yes. Dr. Okoye provides routine gynecological care, pap smears, birth control management, and menopause management. Women seeking a primary care physician who also covers these needs will find her practice well-suited.
Yes. Dr. Okoye manages depression, anxiety, and mood disorders within her primary care practice. She also provides ADHD medication management for appropriate patients.
Dr. Okoye sees adults across a wide age range, including older adults, women, executives, professionals, and patients managing multiple chronic conditions. She also works with small business owners and caregivers who benefit from proactive, relationship-driven primary care.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026