Elochukwu A Osoego

PROVIDER

Elochukwu Osoego, PA-C, is a physician assistant and the co-founder of Innovative Medical Clinic in Jefferson City, Missouri. Elochukwu strives to del...

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Elochukwu A Osoego

PROVIDER

Elochukwu Osoego, PA-C, is a physician assistant and the co-founder of Innovative Medical Clinic in Jefferson City, Missouri. Elochukwu strives to deliver patient-centered care and help you achieve your health goals.

Elochukwu was born and raised in Nigeria. Growing up, he helped run his father’s textile business and was responsible for international inventory purchases, accounts receivables, and managing the day-to-day operations. Though he enjoyed the experiences of working in business, he believed his true calling was in healthcare.

He immigrated to the United States in 2007, and pursued two bachelor’s degrees at the University of Missouri in Columbia, Missouri. While pursuing his degree, he worked in patient care at a local nursing home. After graduating, he worked as a nuclear medicine technologist at Bothwell Regional Health Center and the University of Missouri Health Care.

During his time as a technologist, Elochukwu was honored with multiple awards. One of his mentors saw his potential and recommended him to complete physician assistant school. He went on to attend Stephens College, completing his master’s degree in physician assistant studies.

Elochukwu specializes in emergency medicine and primary care at Innovative Medical Clinic, but he also enjoys his role as an assistant professor for Stephens College’s physician assistant program.

Dara Osoego

PROVIDER

Dara Osoego, FNP-C, is a family nurse practitioner and the co-founder of Innovative Medical Clinic in Jefferson City, Missouri. Dara has extensive exp...

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Dara Osoego

PROVIDER

Dara Osoego, FNP-C, is a family nurse practitioner and the co-founder of Innovative Medical Clinic in Jefferson City, Missouri. Dara has extensive experience in emergency medicine, urgent and critical care, cardiology, and neurology.

While she was studying to become a registered nurse, Dara worked as a patient care technician. After graduating with her bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Missouri, she worked as a registered nurse in the intensive care unit (ICU). Though challenging, Dara was grateful for the experience as it taught her several skills, including better ways to enhance team-based and patient-centered care.

Dara found her passion in critical care and became a travel nurse, delivering care to underserved communities. In 2008, she provided her expertise while serving on a medical mission trip in Pisco, Peru, offering relief to those who had been affected by tsunami and earthquake.

After dedicating her life to critical care for 11 years, she went on to obtain her family nurse practitioner degree at Walden University and graduated in 2016. Since then, Dara has practiced nursing in clinical and educational settings. Teaching at Lincoln University and Stephens College, she is passionate about patient care and helping the future generations thrive.

Debra Atkinson

MEDICAL DIRECTOR

Dr. Debra Atkinson has been a board-certified physician in Family Medicine since 1996 and has practiced Medicine in the Mid-Missouri region since 200...

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Debra Atkinson

MEDICAL DIRECTOR

Dr. Debra Atkinson has been a board-certified physician in Family Medicine since 1996 and has practiced Medicine in the Mid-Missouri region since 2000 after moving from Colorado. She received a Bachelor of Science degree from Tulane University and her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Colorado Health Science Center. She has previously worked in primary care, urgent care, and for the Dept of Veterans Affairs. Dr. Atkinson brings a vast amount of knowledge and experience to Innovative Medical Clinic. She is also currently working at Serenity Medical Spa and Teladoc Telehealth. She is married with 4 grown children and extended family in the local region.

Joel Blackburn

MEDICAL DIRECTOR

Dr Blackburn graduated from Des Moines University Osteopathic School in 1994 and completed his Internal Medicine Residency in 2002 at Medical Center o...

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Joel Blackburn

MEDICAL DIRECTOR

Dr Blackburn graduated from Des Moines University Osteopathic School in 1994 and completed his Internal Medicine Residency in 2002 at Medical Center of Independence, after which he became board-certified in Internal Medicine. He also holds special certification in Age Management Medicine. Since graduating from medical school, he has practiced in emergency medicine and correctional medicine. He was the Medical Director of Boone County Jail for 12 years and the Emergency Department of Capital Region Medical Center for one and a half years. In addition to his medical practice, he performed medicolegal consulting. He is married with 2 children and enjoys participating in competitive powerlifting in his free time. Dr. Blackburn brings extensive knowledge and experience in emergency medicine and expertise as a medical director to Innovative Medical Clinic.