Nonyerem O. Acholonu-Fomin, M.D.

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About Nonyerem O. Acholonu-Fomin, M.D.

Personal Statement

Born as a premature triplet, I developed an early connection to newborn medicine that has evolved into a lifelong passion. My research in maternal and fetal medicine since my undergrad has deepened my commitment to supporting families during the extraordinary journey of welcoming new life. Dedicated to pediatrics and family well-being, I aim to provide expert care for our most fragile patients while shaping the next generation of pediatricians.

Biographical Info

Dr. Nonyerem Acholonu-Fomin is a pediatrician in New York, NY and is affiliated with New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Biology, Health, and Society with Honors Distinction from Cornell University. Dr. Acholonu-Fomin then went on to receive her medical degree from Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and has completed her residency in Pediatrics at Harvard’s MassGeneral Hospital for Children. She specializes in Newborn Medicine and General Pediatrics.

Honors and Awards

Harvard Medical School Resident Teaching Award, 2022

Harvard Medical School Resident Teaching Award, 2020

Soul of Medicine Award, Physicians for Social Responsibility, 2019

Waldo E. Nelson Outstanding Student in Pediatrics Award, 2019

Dennis R. Washington Achievement Scholarship, 2015

Board Certifications
American Board of Pediatrics
Clinical Expertise
Newborn Medicine
General Pediatrics
Languages
English
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Education 
  • M.D.
    Temple University School of Medicine
    2019
  • B.S.
    Cornell University
    2015
Appointments 
  • Assistant Attending Pediatrician
    NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
  • Assistant Professor of Clinical Pediatrics
    Weill Cornell Medical College, Cornell University

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Relationships and collaborations with for-profit and not-for profit organizations are of vital importance to our faculty because these exchanges of scientific information foster innovation. As experts in their fields, WCM physicians and scientists are sought after by many organizations to consult and educate. WCM and its faculty make this information available to the public, thus creating a transparent environment.

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