Meet the dream team
Dr Oscar Onyebuchi-Iwudibia
MBBS, MSc, PG Cert, MRCGP, CCFP
Assistant Clinical Professor, adjunct, McMaster University
Dr Nathaniel Olude
MBBS, MRCGP, CCFP
Family Physician
Dr Samuel Chizia Onuekwa
MBBS, MPH, MRCGP, CCFP
Family Physician
Dr Gabriel Ugamah
MBBS, MPH, MRCGP, CCFP
Family Physician
Dr Emeka Nzenwata
MBBS, MRCGP, CCFP
Family Physician (Welland Site)
Dr Donald Oboh
MBBS, MWACP, MRCGP, CCFP
Family Physician (Welland Site)
Dr Aditya Nautiyal
MBBS, MSc, MRCGP, CCFP
Family Physician (Welland Site)
Cherissa Matthews
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
Jane Opara
Clinical Assistant
Ms Neha Rana
BSc, MBA (Healthcare Administration)
Dr Oscar Onyebuchi-Iwudibia
Dr Oscar is the lead physician who has many years of experience in family medicine from the UK prior his recent relocation to Canada where he now calls home. He also has experience in Emergency Medicine. He obtained his medical degree from the University of Nigeria, and then worked in the UK in various specialties before doing his family medicine training and becoming a member of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP) in the UK. Additionally he has earned an MSc in Public Health and Partnership in Care from Swansea University in the UK with distinction and a Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Research, Education and Leadership from Cambridge University, UK. He has held various leadership positions including being the clinical lead for NHS 111/ Out of Hours GP for Cambridge & Peterborough, UK for 3 years and is passionate about Quality Improvement Projects which aim to improve patient’s care. He also enjoys teaching and has been a clinical supervisor for junior medical colleagues for many years and a recent member of faculty of family medicine at McMaster University. Above all, he is known to be very approachable and friendly.
Dr Nathaniel Olude
Dr Olude has been a family physician for 11 years. He qualified as a medical doctor in 1999 from the University of Lagos, Nigeria and has a special interest in Urology. He worked in multiple specialties ranging from surgery to acute medicine in the United Kingdom, and then completed family medicine training in the UK (2013). He is a member of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP) in the UK. He is passionate about mental health wellbeing and has special interests in Quality Improvement, Adult and Child Mental Health, and Neurodiversity. He has been the lead family physician in his UK practice for many years, shaping the way the teams provide care and offering choices for patients in the community. He joined Phoenix Medical Clinic on the 3rd of June 2024 with a wealth of knowledge and clinical experience. He is currently accepting new patients!
Dr Samuel Chizia Onuekwa
Dr Onuekwa is a family physician who has over a decade of experience as a medical doctor and as a family physician in the UK before his relocation to Canada. His vast clinical experience as a doctor covers several years of working as a medical practitioner both in public and private medical practice, and ultimately as a Family Physician for which he has built a fulfilling career. He obtained his Medical Degree from the University of Port Harcourt, then went further to earn a Master of Public Health with Distinction from the University of Wolverhampton, UK before completing his Residency Training in the United Kingdom and awarded Member Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP). He has worked in various leadership roles successfully and participated in various published research papers that focuses on optimising resources in health management to ensure better patient outcome from health care providers. He is diligent in his duties, detailed in his patient interactions and management, friendly, approachable and most importantly, focuses on patient-centered management. He joined us on the 7th of May 2024 and is accepting new patients.
Dr Gabriel Ugamah
Dr Gabriel Ugamah is a vastly experienced family physician from the United Kingdom with special interest in Urology and Palliative medicine. He completed his medical education (MBBS) in Nigeria before going on to complete a Masters in Public Health at Anglian Ruskin University, England. With his passion for clinical medicine, he went on to undertake a Family Medicine residency and was awarded Member Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP) 2016. Prior to relocation, Dr Ugamah worked across several specialties including geriatric medicine, psychiatry and is a key member of the community urology team. He is passionate about improving outcomes for patients and their families by working in partnership with them. He is friendly and approachable. He also joined Phoenix Medical Clinic on the 7th of May 2024 and currently welcoming new patients.
Dr Emeka Nzenwata
Dr. Emeka Nzenwata is a board certified family physician with the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Ontario. He is a United Kingdom (UK) trained family doctor with Certification in the College of Family Physicians, Canada.
When asked about his relocation from the UK, he said
“I am excited to join the city as a family physician from November 2024 and it would indeed be my pleasure to offer medical services to the good people of Welland. I have a passion for primary care particularly in long term and acute care. Please do register with the clinic for an opportunity to be rostered with me. Looking forward to a meeting you all.”
He joins the new clinic branch at Welland from the 4th of November and comes with a wealth of experience in primary care.
Dr Aditya Nautiyal
Dr. Nautiyal is a dedicated family physician with a robust background in medical training. He completed his medical education in India before furthering his expertise in the United Kingdom, where he qualified as a family doctor through the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) in 2020.
With a passion for medicine, he thrives on the complexities of modern clinical diagnosis and is committed to providing comprehensive primary care and chronic disease management. He is skilled in joint injections and minor surgical procedures, ensuring patients receive a wide range of treatments under one roof. Dr. Nautiyal is also certified by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG).
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Nautiyal has a keen interest in research. He pursued an MSc in Translational Neuroscience and has experience as a clinical researcher, contributing to advancements in medical knowledge.
The clinic is pleased to welcome him and he would be accepting new patients.
Dr Donald Oboh
Dr Oboh graduated from medical school in 1999 and qualified as a family physician in 2013. He is a Member of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP) in the United Kingdom (UK) and also holds the Certification in the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CCFP).
Prior to qualifying as a family physician, Dr Oboh worked in various specialties including pediatrics, psychiatry, internal medicine and gynaecology in the UK. He leans on this wealth of experience to craft pragmatic treatment plans and manage multiple morbidity. His aim is always to take a long term view regarding healthcare delivery. He likes to encourage patients to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
Outside of work, Dr Oboh is a sports enthusiast. He also loves reading about economic trends and world history.
The clinic looks forward to welcoming him and he would also be accepting new patients.
Cherissa Matthews
Cherissa is an experienced healthcare professional who provides high-level of care to patients. She has worked in various capacities in the community over the years including as a Personal Support Worker before completing her nursing qualification. She is known for her compassionate care with good critical thinking and problem-solving skills. She has a keen interest in aspects of diabetes mellitus, elderly care among others. She provides a variety of medical services including vaccinations, wound care, PAP smear as well as managing minor ailments under the medical directive of the physician.
Jane Opara
Jane is a Clinical Assistant to Dr Oscar. She has many years of experience providing exceptional healthcare. She has worked in several clinics in the United States, Caribbean and in Nigeria prior to relocating to Canada. She obtained her medical degree from Windsor University College of Medicine, St. Kitts in 2021. She went on to take some of the USA medical exams such as USMLE part 1 prior to relocating to Canada. She is keen to do her postgraduate training in Canada and has completed the MCCQE1 exams. She has also completed some of the basic resuscitation course such as CPR with the Canadian Red Cross society. She hopes to start her medical postgraduate training by mid-2025 in family medicine but in the interim, she would be assisting Dr Oscar and other physicians in the clinic in a myriad of medical services including pap smears, wound care, hypertension, diabetes management and follow up, all under the physician’s medical directive. She is well liked by patients for her compassionate approach to patient care.
Neha Rana
Neha Rana is the clinic manager and brings a lot of experience in healthcare management with her. She has a BSc in genetics, MBA in Healthcare Administration and a postgraduate certificate in Operation Management. She is passionate about ensuring patients receive good healthcare experience and therefore, keen to ensure that the clinic services are delivered seamlessly while being friendly and open to feedback or objective criticism from patients.