Ikechukwu Akunyili, MD

Specialties:
Oncology - Medical
Hematology

Languages spoken: IGBO, Spanish, English

WellSpan Medical Group

(717) 339-2560

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My Locations

WellSpan Medical Oncology & Hematology
40 V-Twin Dr., Suite 104
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 339-2560
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Why I chose to pursue a career in healthcare:

The desire to learn about the human body in health and in sickness, coupled with experience as a child who spent about six weeks in a hospital bed receiving excellent care from the National Orthopedic Hospital in Nigeria, led to my interest in medicine. Post graduation from medical school, I discovered over time that I have a special affinity for oncology patients and this led to my decision to pursue sub-specialty training in hematology and oncology.

What I want my patients to know about me:

I want my patients to know that they will be treated with compassion, kindness, honesty, openness and respect at all times. My goal always is to work with the patient towards achieving the best outcome in their unique situation. They will always receive excellent care at WellSpan Health, and their care will always be in keeping with the highest standards of our profession.

What I do when I'm not seeing patients:

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family. I also enjoying reading a good book—preferably classical literature and history.

Clinical Interests

Breast Cancer

Clinical Trials

Hematology

Immunology

Lung Cancer

Oncology

Prostate Cancer

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine | Medical Oncology
American Board of Internal Medicine | Hematology

Education & Credentials

Medical School: University of Nigeria
Residency Program: Diana Princess of Wales Hospital | Internal Medicine
Residency Program: Howard University Hospital | Internal Medicine
Fellowship Program: Jackson Memorial Hospital | Hematology/Oncology

WellSpan Hospital Affiliations

WellSpan Gettysburg Hospital

Health Plans Accepted

WellSpan Financial Assistance Program participant

Aetna

Aetna Better Health

Amerihealth Caritas PA

Capital BlueCross

Cigna Healthcare

Cigna Medicare Advantage

Gateway Highmark Wholecare

Geisinger

Highmark Blue Shield

HPP/Jefferson Health Plan

InterGroup/Prime Health Services

John Hopkins Health Care

Multi-Plan

PA Health & Wellness (Centene)

PA Medical Assistance

PA Medicare

Preferred Health Care

Tricare

United Healthcare

UPMC Health Plan

WellSpan Health Plans

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