Obiamaka Oji

Obiamaka Oji, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) School of Nursing, actively contributing to Graduate Studies and the MSN Program with clinical expertise spanning family practice and acute care.

Her academic foundation includes a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Duke University, a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) specializing in Family Nurse Practitioner from the University of Texas School of Nursing in Houston, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from York University in Toronto, Canada.

Dr. Oji's clinical and research focus centers on family nursing and primary care, with specialized proficiency in emergency procedures including X-ray/ECG interpretation, wound suturing, splinting, toenail removal, and cardiac care. Her work bridges theoretical education with hands-on clinical training for advanced practice nurses.

Professional recognition includes induction into Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (2013).

She maintains active certifications in Family Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified (FNP-BC), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and Coronary Care Nursing, while engaging with key organizations including the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculty, Texas Board of Nursing, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, and Houston Area Nurse Practitioners.