About
Dr. Suben Naidu earned his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Natal in Durban, South Africa in 1989. He completed both his internship and Family Medicine residency at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center in Oklahoma City. His residency training ran from 1999 to 2001, and he has practiced medicine continuously since earning his degree.
Dr. Naidu holds board certifications from the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Board of Physician Specialties in Emergency Medicine. For over ten years, he served as an emergency room physician at the Oklahoma City VA Medical Center, caring for veterans. He currently serves as volunteer faculty at OU Health University of Oklahoma Medical Center, teaching and mentoring medical students. He has served as president of both the Oklahoma Academy of Family Physicians and the Oklahoma Physicians Resource/Research Network. He earned a CDC Award for improving immunization rates to 97% and received recognition as a Healthcare Hero in Medicine. He advocates for patients through the AAFP and OAFP, including service as Doctor of the Day at the Oklahoma State Capitol. Outside of medicine, Dr. Naidu enjoys spending time with family, gardening, mindfulness, and leadership development.
Education & Training
Medical School
University of Natal, Durban, South Africa, Doctorate of Medicine 1989
Residency
Family Medicine, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, OK (1999-2001)
Additional Training
Internship, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, OK (1998-1999)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Naidu right for?
Dr. Naidu suits adults and families in Oklahoma City who want a primary care physician with deep preventive expertise. Patients managing hypertension, diabetes, or cardiovascular disease benefit from his focused clinical experience in those areas. He works well with patients who value a long-term relationship with a single, consistent physician. His background in emergency medicine makes him a strong fit for patients who want a doctor comfortable handling complex or urgent concerns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Naidu focuses on hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. He also has strong clinical interests in preventive care, nutrition, sleep health, and whole-person wellness. His Emergency Medicine background means he handles a wide range of acute and chronic concerns effectively.
Yes. Dr. Naidu holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine and from the American Board of Physician Specialties in Emergency Medicine. He earned both credentials after completing his residency at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center.
Dr. Naidu earned his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Natal in Durban, South Africa. He completed his internship and Family Medicine residency at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center in Oklahoma City, finishing his residency in 2001.
Dr. Naidu has practiced medicine since 1989, giving him over 35 years of clinical experience. His career spans primary care, emergency medicine, and physician leadership roles.
Yes. Dr. Naidu spent over ten years as an emergency room physician at the Oklahoma City VA Medical Center. That experience shaped his commitment to attentive, relationship-driven care.
Dr. Naidu serves as volunteer faculty at OU Health University of Oklahoma Medical Center. He teaches and mentors medical students, staying engaged with evidence-based medicine and lifelong learning.
Dr. Naidu has served as president of the Oklahoma Academy of Family Physicians and president of the Oklahoma Physicians Resource/Research Network. He also serves as a Delegate to the AAFP Congress of Delegates and has served as Doctor of the Day at the Oklahoma State Capitol.
Yes. Dr. Naidu earned a CDC Award for improving immunization rates to 97%. He also received recognition as a Healthcare Hero in Medicine in Oklahoma City.
Dr. Naidu believes personalized medicine starts with respect, relationships, and time. He focuses on getting to know each patient deeply and partnering with them in their health decisions. He treats every person with dignity and tailors care to individual needs and long-term wellness goals.
Doctor profile last updated June 8, 2026