Elsie Achieng, MD

Sleep Medicine

Languages Spoken:

English

Gender:

Female

4.7
Based on 195 ratings
Elsie Achieng, MD

About Elsie Achieng, MD

 

Dr. Achieng earned her medical degree in 2013 from the Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta. She subsequently completed a neurology residency at the Ohio State University, remaining there to complete a sleep medicine fellowship. She completed an additional fellowship in clinical neurophysiology with a focus on electroencephalogram (EEG) and epilepsy at the University of Maryland Medical Center. Dr. Achieng is board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

Dr. Achieng’s longtime fascination with the function of the nervous system inspired her to pursue a career as a neurologist. She is passionate about diagnosing and managing neurological conditions, with particular interests in sleep disorders and epilepsy. Dr. Achieng works hard to help her patients, caring for them with the same compassion and respect that she would extend to her own family.

Originally from Nairobi, Kenya, Dr. Achieng enjoys living near the beach in Hampton Roads with her husband. Her favorite pastimes include traveling and cooking.

 

Education

Medical: Morehouse School of Medicine
Residency: Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Internship: Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Fellowship: Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Fellowship: University of Maryland Medical Center

Board Certifications

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Locations

Riverside Neurology Specialists Newport News

12200 Warwick Boulevard, 110, Newport News, VA 23601

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Ratings & Reviews

Riverside Health is committed to exceptional quality, safety and service. All ratings and comments are obtained from patient survey data collected and verified by Press Ganey, an independent organization focused on improving patient experience. Star ratings are displayed for those physicians who participate in Riverside’s patient experience survey program through Press Ganey and have received a minimum of 30 surveys responses.

Overall Satisfaction
4.7
Based on 195 ratings
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March 28, 2025
My Dr. Was pleased with my results. So was I. The rest of the appointment went well.
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March 17, 2025
I would recommend, the whole unit.
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March 08, 2025
Thoughtful and inquiring
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March 01, 2025
Dr. Achieng listen tentatively to my concerns.
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February 22, 2025
Listened to me. Very professional.
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February 19, 2025
Very good
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February 09, 2025
Excellent
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February 01, 2025
Dr. Achieng was very thorough during my visit explaining test results and optional treatments.
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January 17, 2025
Good
4.2 out of 5 stars
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November 27, 2024
Good
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November 17, 2024
Good
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November 16, 2024
Good
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November 16, 2024
Love Dr Achieng
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September 21, 2024
Friendly, listening to concerns & answered questions.
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September 16, 2024
Good
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September 06, 2024
Very good overall care and service
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September 06, 2024
Excellent
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August 21, 2024
Good
2.8 out of 5 stars
2.8 out of 5 stars
August 12, 2024
The doctor was fine [...]
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5 out of 5 stars
August 08, 2024
The nurse and doctor were both excellent.
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