Today we’d like to introduce you to Otega Ojukwu.
Hi Otega, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I am Dr. Otega “Doc O” Obi-Ojukwu, and I am a product of humble beginnings. My life’s journey reflects the wisdom of the saying: “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.”
Instead of being given fish, I learned to “fish” for myself through resilience, patience, faith, and the unwavering support of my husband, Chief DOC Obi-Ojukwu. From these experiences, I coined my own guiding principle:
“Teach each other how to fish than give each other fish.”
To me, this means empowerment through education, mutual growth, and breaking cycles of dependency — both in health and in wealth. It is more than a quote; it is a philosophy I live by, and it shapes both my professional mission and my outreach in the community.
With more than 20 years of clinical experience, I am a dual-board certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, a Doctor of Nursing Practice, and a Licensed Financial Professional. These roles allow me to uniquely bridge healthcare and financial literacy so that I can empower individuals, families, and communities to achieve holistic well-being.
I co-own ARCpoint Labs of North Miami Beach, a diagnostic laboratory specializing in preventive and early detection testing. I also founded Complete Health Inc., an outpatient practice delivering family medicine and mental health services, and Wealth & Health Consulting (Generational Wealth Advocates/GWStars), which equips families with tools for financial stability and generational wealth building.
Mission & Impact
My mission is best captured in two guiding philosophies:
“Best Health = Physical + Mental + Financial.”
“Teach each other how to fish than give each other fish.”
These principles reflect my belief in empowerment, prevention, and shared growth. I believe true well-being requires early detection of illness, strong mental health, and financial preparedness.
Through community health fairs, mobile lab services, and educational seminars, I work to make prevention accessible and financial literacy achievable for all. With my three organizations, I have created a unique ecosystem where people can access affordable lab testing, personalized care, and financial empowerment under one umbrella.
In South Florida, I’ve taken a leadership role by organizing appreciation events, advocating for underserved populations, and partnering with local businesses to expand access to health and financial education.
Notable Initiatives
Community Health & Wellness Appreciation Event (Sept. 27, 2025) – Free public health screenings and education in North Miami Beach.
Men’s Health Awareness Toolkit (June 2025) – Community campaign promoting preventive men’s health testing.
Generational Wealth Advocates (GWStars) – A financial empowerment network training agents and educating families.
Mobile Health Expansion – Offering in-home and workplace blood draws using mobile centrifuge and phlebotomy services.
Recognition & Affiliations
I actively collaborate with Miami-Dade and Broward Chambers of Commerce and local city commissioners. I’ve built partnerships with surgical centers, dermatology and ophthalmology practices, trucking companies, and employers to provide pre-surgical and occupational health testing.
Above all, I am an advocate for early detection, health education, and financial literacy — especially among working-class families who are most vulnerable to health and financial crises.
My Quote
“Every family deserves the chance to live long, healthy, and financially secure lives. Prevention is better than treatment — in both healthcare and wealth. My purpose is to make early detection and financial education accessible so that no family has to start a GoFundMe during a health crisis.”
– Dr. Otega Ojukwu
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
The road has not been smooth. I started with very limited financial resources, which meant finding creative ways to stretch every dollar. Without a clear blueprint, I had to navigate by faith, trial, and error, learning as I went.
I also faced distractions and doubts — both from others and within myself. I often wrestled with the saying “A bird in hand is worth two in the bush,” which reminded me to cling to the certainty of a W-2 job rather than risk the uncertainty of business ownership. But ultimately, with the financial support from my spouse, Chief Doc Obi Ojukwu and moral support from my twin daughters, I chose uncertainty, because my vision was greater than my fear.
Those struggles became my greatest teachers: lack of money made me resourceful, lack of a roadmap made me a pioneer, and distractions taught me focus and discipline. Today, I live by my philosophy: “Teach each other how to fish rather than give each other fish.” My journey is not just about success for myself, but about empowering others to do the same.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
—Who I Am
Doctor of Nursing Practice | Dual-Board Certified FNP & PMHNP | Licensed Financial Professional with a vision to empower others. Additionally, I am Fearlessness, a Risk taker, who is patient, tolerant and embrace failure positively.
—What I Do
I connect physical health, mental health, and financial health—because true well-being requires all three.
—What I’m Known For
Empowering people through early detection testing, preventive care, and generational wealth education.
—What Sets Me Apart
I don’t just treat problems—I teach people how to build sustainable health and wealth. My guiding principle:
“Teach each other how to fish rather than give each other fish.
Are there any important lessons you’ve learned that you can share with us?
The greatest lesson I’ve learned on this journey is to embrace failure as my teacher. Each setback has shaped me, reminding me that rejection isn’t the end—it’s simply redirection. I’ve come to understand that distractions are dream killers, so I’ve trained myself to recognize them quickly and cut them off before they take root.
Most importantly, I’ve learned to stay focused on the vision, even when the path feels uncertain. Failure no longer weakens me—it sharpens me. Rejection no longer discourages me—it refines me. And distractions no longer derail me—they remind me of the importance of discipline. Every step, whether smooth or rough, has carried me closer to my purpose.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.arcpointlabs.com/north-miami-beach
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/arcpointlabsofnmb
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aplnorthmiamibeach
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-otega-ojukwu-dnp-b4065a74/
- Youtube: @Dr.OtegaOjukwu
- Other: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arcpoint-labs-of-north-miami-beach/?viewAsMember=true
Image Credits
Image by Chief Doc Obi-Ojukwu
