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Chika Vera Anekwe

Chika Vera Anekwe, MD, MPH

Endocrinology

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults
  • Geriatrics

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

About Chika Vera Anekwe

Chika V. Anekwe, MD, MPH is an obesity medicine physician at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and Instructor in Medicine at Harvard Medical School (HMS). Dr. Anekwe received her Bachelor of Arts in Molecular Biology from Princeton University, her MD from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine, and her MPH from Columbia University. She was a Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholar for both her undergraduate and graduate studies, and 2006-2007 Princeton Project 55 Public Interest Fellow at North Lawndale College Preparatory High School in Chicago, IL.

Dr. Anekwe completed her internship in Pediatrics at NYU Langone Medical Center/Bellevue Hospital, and went on to complete her residency in General Preventive Medicine and Public Health at SUNY Stony Brook University Medical Center. Following residency, Dr. Anekwe served as Assistant Instructor at SUNY Stony Brook School of Medicine’s Department of Family, Population and Preventive Medicine, where she instructed residents in obesity medicine.

Before joining MGH/HMS in August 2018, Dr. Anekwe was a staff physician at Long Island Weight Loss Institute, the largest private obesity medicine practice in Long Island, NY. Dr. Anekwe’s professional interests are in the areas of clinical nutrition, obesity, non-surgical weight management, health policy and community health outreach, with a special interest in underserved communities.

Locations

  1. Massachusetts General Weight Center
    • 52 Second Avenue, Blue Building, Suite 3200, Waltham, MA 02451
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  2. Massachusetts General Weight Center

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: Suny, Stony Brook School of Medicine Health Sciences Center, Preventive Medicine and Public Health, 2014
  • Internship: NYU Langone, Pediatrics, 2012
  • Medical Education: University of Connecticut, Medicine, 2011

Board Certifications

  • Public Health and General Preventive Medicine: American Board of Preventive Medicine, 2015

Insurance

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  • Aetna
  • Beech Street
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Coventry
  • Fallon Health
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Maine Community Health Options
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • MassHealth
  • Medicaid ME
  • Medicaid NH
  • Medicaid RI
  • Medicare
  • Multiplan
  • Senior Whole Health
  • TriCare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Medicare Preferred
  • United Health Care
  • Wellpoint
  • WellSense
  • WellSense NH

Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5

137 ratings, 42 reviews

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  • Reviewed on 2/20/2026

    When I visited online, she was very in tune with what I was saying. I was expressing my feelings in regards to the medications and how they made me feel, the outcomes, and she took into consideration my other meds and so forth and the situation that I was going through at the time and to help make the best decision. And right now, so far, so good. Thank you very much.

  • Reviewed on 2/14/2026

    Dr. Anekwe is a kind, knowledgeable professional. She asks pertinent questions and listens carefully to my responses. She stays up to date with my medical history and makes useful suggestions.

  • Reviewed on 2/14/2026

    Very pleased

  • Reviewed on 2/11/2026

    Very reasonable provider. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 2/9/2026

    I had a great experience with my healthcare provider. It provides the information and the care that I needed.

  • Reviewed on 2/9/2026

    Dr. Anekwe took the time to truly listen to my concerns and asked thoughtful clarifying questions to fully understand them so she could address everything appropriately from a clinical perspective. She was warm, approachable, and made me feel completely comfortable. That sense of ease is so important when speaking with a physician because it allows you to be open and honest and creates a safe, supportive environment. It also meant a great deal to be cared for by an African American physician who understands the nuances of our culture and lived experiences. Representation in healthcare matters. Our patient populations are diverse, and having physicians who reflect and understand that diversity makes a meaningful difference in the quality of care.

  • Reviewed on 1/28/2026

    Hello, I'm calling regarding Dr. Anekwe . And Dr. Anekwe goes above and beyond in her being very helpful and patient. She's seen me at the very last minute and been very courteous and very helpful and I just trust her judgment and I'm grateful that she's my doctor. [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 1/25/2026

    I'm comfortable speaking with her about a subject that I can find to be very upsetting

  • Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    I really like Dr. Anekwe. In addition to being knowledgeable and taking time with me, she is also personable and puts me at ease. I feel fortunate to be her patient.

  • Reviewed on 1/18/2026

    Fabulous!

  • Reviewed on 1/18/2026

    I love Dr. Anekwe, she is so thorough!

  • Reviewed on 1/18/2026

    My Doctor is great and communicates with me in a clear and precise manner.

  • Reviewed on 1/17/2026

    This doctor is fabulous! Highly recommend. I was so impressed with her on my first visit and how well she explained everything. The regiment she has me on has been life changing... my BP is good, my heart good, diabetes good. It has helped in every aspect of daily living. Much better quality of living.

  • Reviewed on 12/12/2025

    Very thorough and professional, personable

  • Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    Knowledgeable & sympathetic

  • Reviewed on 11/27/2025

    Dr. Anekwe is very attentive to my questions and concerns about my new medication. She thoroughly answered my questions and took away any concerns I had.

  • Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    Dr. Anekwe is always professional and kind. Though all our visits have been virtual, I feel completely satisfied with the care I have received from Dr. Anekwe and her staff.

  • Reviewed on 11/16/2025

    She is excellent!

  • Reviewed on 11/15/2025

    I love her

  • Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    Dr. Anekwe has changed my life since I started seeing her. I have lost approximately 70 pounds, and my mental outlook is so much better. I feel and look better, I'm happier, and I thank her for this change.

  • Reviewed on 11/1/2025

    This doctor is both caring and aware of my needs. She is a good physician.

  • Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    Dr. Nekwe is a very kind doctor who is very thoughtful, thorough, and open. She discusses everything in detail and leaves no questions unanswered. She's very patient and able to listen attentively while giving back her thoughts and discussing the options I have available as a patient and any of my concerns and worries. I thank you for having such a thoughtful doctor and have a good day.

  • Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    She listened very well, we discussed the issues and solutions. She valued my input and we developed a plan

  • Reviewed on 10/27/2025

    Professional and respectful

  • Reviewed on 10/19/2025

    The provider was caring and made me feel comfortable at my time of stress and worry.

  • Reviewed on 10/5/2025

    Excellent professional and very attentive, I am very happy

  • Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    Excellent!

  • Reviewed on 9/28/2025

    Anekwe is a very professional doctor who seems to really care about her patients. She is knowledgable and courteous with the concerns I shared. It is a difficult problem I face, and believe she is a great guidance on my journey through this weight loss.

  • Reviewed on 9/20/2025

    Was very helpful and patient in listening and explaining the treatment. I do appreciate her and her time.

  • Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    Everything good

  • Reviewed on 9/3/2025

    Very positive experience. Even though I was discouraged when I walked in, about weight loss options, Dr A made realize it's not hopeless & it's possible to lose weight to achieve my health needs.

  • Reviewed on 8/24/2025

    She's compassionate and understanding and is engaged in the conversation.

  • Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    I'm happy, very pleased with this provider.

  • Reviewed on 6/30/2025

    Dr. Anekwe was very timely in needed follow-up to modify my prescription later in the week. Combined with the MGH WC staff, this timely response was much appreciated. Thank you!

  • Reviewed on 6/30/2025

    I love Dr. Chika. She's the best. She's amazing. She's great. She's a good listener. She takes her time to explain everything to you. Any questions you have, she's ready to answer. And when you seem to forget about your appointment, she calls you to let you know that you have a virtual appointment. And she's awesome. The last time I forgot my appointment, she called me right on time to let me know that I had an appointment. And she is Usually on time, never have to wait more than 5, 10 minutes or never have to wait because she gets straight to the point and she's just awesome. And the fact that she called me to remind me about my appointment was just amazing because the last time I had forgotten that I had a virtual appointment, she's just great. I recommend 10, 10, 10, 10, 10. If there was 100, I would give her 100. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    Dr. Anekwe listened carefully to the particular features of my situation regarding heart disease, diabetes, and metabolism.

  • Reviewed on 6/8/2025

    For an urgent care, it was very good.

  • Reviewed on 6/7/2025

    Yes it was very pleasant, experience.

  • Reviewed on 6/7/2025

    Very attentive and cares about me

  • Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    She was a good listener, respectful and empathetic.

  • Reviewed on 5/11/2025

    The Dr is awesome. She is so easy to talk with.

  • Reviewed on 5/9/2025

    She was professional, well informed, listened carefully with compassion.