Michael Okogbo, MD is a Pediatrician practicing at his clinic in Humble, TX. As a trusted local provider on kellysearch.com, he is dedicated to providing comprehensive Pediatric care, registered with The Texas Medical Board and practicing under the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Physicians - Medical Practice Act). General Pediatricians are a child's primary healthcare partner, providing continuous care from infancy through young adulthood, managing routine well-child visits, common illnesses, chronic conditions, and coordinating specialist care as needed to ensure optimal health and development. He serves Infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. Please call (832) 602-4040 to confirm if he is currently accepting new patients.
Dr. Michael Okogbo, MD is a pediatrician in Humble, TX and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He earned his degree from University Of Lagos, College Of Medicine in 1993 and is Board Certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics. With over 30 years of dedicated experience, he brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and care to his patients. Dr. Okogbo is committed to a collaborative, evidence-based approach to medicine, creating a supportive environment where patients and their families feel heard and empowered in their healthcare decisions. He is accepting telehealth appointments. Dr. Michael Okogbo provides consultations primarily in English.
A strong patient-provider partnership is the foundation of effective healthcare. Dr. Okogbo is committed to being a partner in your health journey, focusing on practical strategies to protect your health and well-being.
Dr. Okogbo's comprehensive pediatric care approach prioritizes a strong parent-physician partnership. He provides continuous care from infancy through young adulthood, managing routine checkups, illnesses, and chronic conditions. His practice emphasizes clear communication and evidence-based treatment strategies, creating personalized plans that support optimal health and development for each child.
By working together, you and Dr. Okogbo can create a clear, actionable plan that respects your individual needs and healthcare goals.
Also Accepts These Carriers
- AvMed
- Blue Advantage HMO
- Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
- Blue Choice
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- Blue Essentials HMO
- BlueCard PPO
- Choice Large Group POS
- Group Health Network
- Prime Health Services
- Small Group Elect HMO
As your primary healthcare provider, Dr. Okogbo offers expert diagnosis and management for a wide range of common health conditions. Common areas of focus include:
- Bronchitis: If your child has bronchitis, a persistent cough, and possibly wheezing, their pediatrician will provide care to help them recover more quickly.
- Fever: Fevers are a common childhood symptom, and your pediatrician can assess your child's fever, determine the cause, and advise on appropriate management.
- Influenza (Flu): Pediatricians help protect children from the flu through yearly vaccinations and provide care if your child gets sick.
- Otitis Media: Pediatricians are experts at identifying and managing middle ear infections (otitis media) in children, often prescribing antibiotics or recommending pain relief.
- Breast Milk Jaundice: If your breastfed baby develops jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes), a pediatrician can determine if it's breast milk jaundice and offer appropriate management strategies.
- Infantile Dysphagia: If your baby has infantile dysphagia, meaning difficulty swallowing, your pediatrician will evaluate them and help ensure they get enough nourishment.
- Chronic Pediatric Diseases: Pediatricians help children with long-term illnesses like asthma or diabetes, offering regular check-ups, medication management, and support to help them thrive.
This list represents some of the common conditions treated. An accurate diagnosis and a personalized care plan can only be developed through a direct consultation with a qualified medical professional.
To provide comprehensive and patient-centered care, Dr. Okogbo offers a range of services designed to diagnose, manage, and treat various health concerns:
- Immunization Administration: Immunization administration protects your child from many childhood illnesses through the use of vaccines.
- Wellness Examination: Wellness exams are routine checkups to track your child's growth and development, provide preventive care, and answer your questions.
- Developmental Assessment: A developmental assessment provides a snapshot of your child's current skills and helps guide decisions about future care and support.
- Universal Neonatal Hearing Screening: Universal newborn hearing screening is a quick test done shortly after birth to detect hearing loss in babies.
- Psychiatric Evaluation - Child and Adolescent: A doctor uses a psychiatric evaluation to diagnose mental health conditions in children and young adults and determine the best course of treatment.
- Hearing Screening: A hearing screening is a vital part of your child's well-child care, ensuring healthy hearing development.
- Premature Infant Care: Doctors provide comprehensive care for premature infants, including managing potential complications and helping them reach developmental milestones appropriate for their age and gestational age.
Service availability can change. To understand which services are appropriate for your specific health needs, please schedule a consultation to develop a personalized care plan.
All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for their professional license in Texas.
Dr. Okogbo is dedicated to partnering with patients to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how proactive care can make a tangible difference in a patient's life:
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and personalized treatment plan for bronchitis, a young patient experienced significant symptom relief and a quicker return to their normal activities. Their pediatrician's guidance helped them manage the cough and feel better more quickly.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and management plan from a pediatrician, a child's fever subsided quickly, allowing them to return to their normal activities and enjoy a full recovery.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and treatment plan, a young patient felt much better within a few days, and the flu's impact was significantly reduced. The pediatrician's guidance helped the child recover quickly and safely.
These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results vary and depend on many factors. He will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.
- Primary Location:
Practice
20440 Highway 59 N Ste 500, Humble, TX, 77338
Phone: (832) 602-4040
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17395 State Highway 249, Houston, TX, 77064
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- UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS / COLLEGE OF MEDICINE (Medical School) - 1993
- American Board of Pediatrics (Pediatrics)
Here are answers to some common questions about receiving Pediatric care with Dr. Okogbo:
- What is the difference between a Pediatrician and a Family Medicine doctor for my child?
- Pediatricians are specialists trained exclusively in the care of children from birth through young adulthood, focusing on their unique physical, emotional, and social needs. While family medicine doctors can treat children, a pediatrician's entire practice is dedicated to children, giving them extensive experience with childhood illnesses and developmental stages.
- Why are well-child visits important even if my child isn't sick?
- Well-child visits are crucial for preventive care, tracking growth and development, and administering immunizations. They also provide opportunities for screenings and for parents to discuss important topics like nutrition, sleep, safety, and behavior with Dr. Okogbo.
- How do you manage chronic conditions like asthma or food allergies?
- Dr. Okogbo creates a personalized action plan for managing chronic conditions like asthma or food allergies, which includes daily medication management, emergency medication prescriptions (like inhalers or EpiPens), and education on avoiding triggers. She also coordinates care with specialists, such as allergists or pulmonologists, as needed.
- Does my child need an antibiotic every time they have a cold or a cough?
- Antibiotics are only effective against bacterial infections, not viruses like colds or coughs. Overuse of antibiotics can be harmful. Dr. Okogbo will carefully evaluate your child to determine if an antibiotic is needed and will not prescribe one unnecessarily.
- My baby seems to be crying all the time. Can you help with issues like colic or reflux?
- We understand how frustrating crying can be for both you and your baby. These are very common concerns for new parents. Dr. Okogbo can examine your baby to rule out other medical issues, provide strategies to soothe the infant, and discuss potential dietary changes or medications to help manage conditions like colic or reflux.
- My child gets ear infections frequently. Is this something you handle?
- Yes, diagnosing and treating ear infections is one of the most common things a pediatrician does. Dr. Okogbo can determine the cause, prescribe antibiotics if necessary, and discuss strategies to reduce recurrence or determine if a referral to an ENT specialist is needed.
- What is involved in a developmental screening?
- A developmental screening is a routine part of well-child visits. It involves simple questions and checklists to assess how a child is progressing in areas like language, movement, thinking, and social skills. This helps us celebrate milestones and identify any areas where extra support might be beneficial.
- Can a pediatrician help with behavioral issues like ADHD or tantrums?
- Yes, Dr. Okogbo can help. Pediatricians are trained to evaluate a child's behavioral and mental health, and can provide an initial assessment for conditions like ADHD. We can also offer parenting strategies and make referrals to specialists for further support if needed.
20440 Highway 59 N Ste 500
Humble TX 77338
Phone: (832) 602-4040
Michael Okogbo, MD is regulated by the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Physicians - Medical Practice Act) in Texas and is licensed by The Texas Medical Board.
National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1043224132
Registration can typically be verified through The Texas Medical Board website or by direct inquiry.
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