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Chiamaka Okafor

Chiamaka Okafor, FNP-BC, is a nurse practitioner in an outpatient clinic specializing in autonomic dysfunction. For 24 years, she has evaluated patients with fainting spells, postural tachycardia, and sudden drops in blood pressure. She assisted in establishing the clinic’s tilt-table testing laboratory and primarily evaluates young adults referred for unexplained episodes. Okafor received an MSN from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center following initial nursing studies, having spent her career caring for neurological patients.

Can an Irritated Vagus Nerve Cause Heart Palpitations?
Can POTS Cause Numbness or Tingling?
Can POTS Cause a Fever or Just Make You Feel Hot?
Can a Low Heart Rate Cause Headaches?
How to Stop Vasovagal Syncope: Prevention & Immediate Steps
Why Am I Feeling Faint When Laughing Hard?
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What Is Hyperadrenergic POTS? Symptoms, Causes, & Treatment
How I Cured My POTS Naturally: An Evidence-Based Approach
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What Is Delayed Orthostatic Hypotension?