Dr. Olufunso Ojo, MD
Physician
Internal Medicine
Specialty
Emergency Medicine,
Preventive Medicine
About Dr. Olufunso Ojo, MD
Olufunsom Ojo, MD is a board-certified Internist providing care to patients in Lithonia, Georgia at Mercy Internal Medicine.
Dr. Ojo brings a variety of experience and extensive training in Internal Medicine to Mercy Internal Medicine. He strongly believes in the ability of primary care to effectively prevent and manage a variety of health issues, from obesity and diabetes to cardiovascular disease and stroke.
Dr. Ojo makes a concerted effort to listen carefully to each patient and make sure his proposed care plans fit into each person’s individual lifestyle. He takes the opportunity to serve his patients and the community as privilege and endeavors to provide excellent care to the community with an unassuming, empathic and respectful bedside manner.
Dr. Ojo brings a variety of experience and extensive training in Internal Medicine to Mercy Internal Medicine. He strongly believes in the ability of primary care to effectively prevent and manage a variety of health issues, from obesity and diabetes to cardiovascular disease and stroke.
Dr. Ojo makes a concerted effort to listen carefully to each patient and make sure his proposed care plans fit into each person’s individual lifestyle. He takes the opportunity to serve his patients and the community as privilege and endeavors to provide excellent care to the community with an unassuming, empathic and respectful bedside manner.
Procedures & Services
Patient Education Resources
I have high cholesterol. When should I consider starting a statin?
High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Your healthcare provider will consider several factors when deciding whether or not to prescribe a statin to lower your cholestero...
High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Your healthcare provider will consider several factors when deciding whether or not to prescribe a statin to lower your cholestero...
My PSA is elevated. What should I do next?
An elevated PSA (prostate-specific antigen) level can be a sign of prostate cancer, but it can also be caused by other conditions such as an enlarged prostate or a urinary tract infection. If your PSA...
An elevated PSA (prostate-specific antigen) level can be a sign of prostate cancer, but it can also be caused by other conditions such as an enlarged prostate or a urinary tract infection. If your PSA...
What is the best treatment for prostate cancer?
The best treatment for prostate cancer depends on the stage and grade of the cancer, as well as the patient's overall health and preferences. Common treatment options for prostate cancer include:A...
The best treatment for prostate cancer depends on the stage and grade of the cancer, as well as the patient's overall health and preferences. Common treatment options for prostate cancer include:A...
What medications can help control my glucose levels with diabetes type 2?
There are several different types of medications that can be used to help control glucose levels in people with type 2 diabetes, including:Metformin: This is a medication that helps lower blood sugar ...
There are several different types of medications that can be used to help control glucose levels in people with type 2 diabetes, including:Metformin: This is a medication that helps lower blood sugar ...
What types of pollen trigger allergies?
Pollen is a fine powder that is released by trees, grasses, and weeds during the spring, summer, and fall. When these pollens come into contact with the eyes, nose, and lungs of people who are sensiti...
Pollen is a fine powder that is released by trees, grasses, and weeds during the spring, summer, and fall. When these pollens come into contact with the eyes, nose, and lungs of people who are sensiti...
Education & Training
Dr. Ojo completed his residency at the Morehouse School of Medicine in Internal Medicine and a fellowship at the Emory School of Medicine in Geriatric Medicine. Dr. Ojo is also certified through the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a member of the American College of Physicians.