Dr. Chiamaka Ukoha

Dr. Chiamaka Ukoha is board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Interventional Pain Management. A fellowship-trained interventional pain physician of Nigerian heritage, she was raised in Coppell, Texas.

She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh before receiving her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. She completed her residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas and went on to complete her Interventional Pain Medicine fellowship at Emory University in Atlanta.

Dr. Ukoha is passionate about improving access to high-quality pain care, an interest reflected in her research on disparities in pain management. Her background in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation shapes her approach to every patient, with an emphasis on restoring function. Her clinical interests include advanced interventional techniques and neuromodulation to treat complex and chronic pain. Dr. Ukoha uses patient-reported outcomes to guide treatment decisions and develops individualized plans around each patient’s goals and lifestyle.

Outside of the clinic, Dr. Ukoha’s faith and family are central to who she is. She enjoys yoga and Pilates, traveling, fashion, and bringing people together through community building. She is also passionate about mentorship and has served as a mentor to youth in the Dallas–Fort Worth area.