Dr. Christie E. Obukofe, MD

Dr. Christie E. Obukofe Obstetrician and Gynecologist

Dr. Christie E. Obukofe is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist providing preventive, reproductive, pregnancy, and gynecological care for women through different stages of life.

With more than three decades of medical experience, she helps patients manage routine women’s health needs as well as concerns involving menstruation, pregnancy, contraception, pelvic health, and menopause.

Her approach focuses on whole-person care, informed decision-making, cultural sensitivity, and clear communication. She works with patients to understand their symptoms, medical history, personal concerns, and reproductive goals before recommending testing or treatment.

Patients comparing women’s health specialists can also read about Dr. Ivonne E. Smith’s obstetric and gynecological care.

Doctor Information

Name: Dr. Christie Emuobo Obukofe, MD
Specialty: Obstetrics and Gynecology
Board Certification: Obstetrics and Gynecology
Medical School: Medical College of Ohio in Toledo
Residency Training: San Joaquin General Hospital and the University of Texas LBJ Program
Current Practice: Community Health Network
Current Location: MyCHN Woodforest
Practice Area: Houston and surrounding communities in Texas
Languages Spoken: English and Spanish
NPI Number: 1790869279
Accepting New Patients: Current availability should be confirmed directly with the practice

About Dr. Christie E. Obukofe

Dr. Obukofe earned her medical degree from the Medical College of Ohio in Toledo. The institution is now known as the University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences.

She completed obstetrics and gynecology residency training through San Joaquin General Hospital in California and the University of Texas LBJ programme in Houston.

Her medical education prepared her to provide preventive, medical, and surgical care related to pregnancy, childbirth, menstrual health, fertility, contraception, menopause, and conditions affecting the female reproductive system.

Dr. Obukofe has also served in leadership roles within hospital obstetrics and gynecology departments. Her professional background includes clinical care, patient advocacy, health-system cooperation, and participation in organisations supporting women’s health.

She has taken part in professional and advisory work connected with organisations such as the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Texas Children’s Health Plan, and Amerigroup.

Whole-Person Women’s Healthcare

Whole-person care considers more than one symptom or test result. It looks at how physical health, reproductive history, medication, lifestyle, emotional well-being, family history, and access to healthcare may affect the patient.

During an appointment, Dr. Obukofe may review:

• Current symptoms
• Menstrual history
• Pregnancy and delivery history
• Previous gynecological conditions
• Prescription medicines
• Non-prescription products
• Family medical history
• Contraception needs
• Future pregnancy plans
• Menopause symptoms
• Previous laboratory and imaging results

This broader assessment helps her recommend care that reflects the patient’s individual circumstances and priorities.

Preventive Gynecological Care

Preventive gynecology helps identify health changes before they cause more serious symptoms or complications.

Dr. Obukofe may provide:

• Well-woman examinations
• Pelvic examinations
• Pap tests
• Cervical cancer screening
• Breast health discussions
• Mammography guidance
• Sexually transmitted infection testing
• Menstrual health assessment
• Contraception counselling
• Reproductive planning
• Menopause support
• Review of family medical history

The appropriate screening schedule depends on age, symptoms, previous findings, pregnancy history, medication, and personal risk factors.

A routine appointment can also give patients a private opportunity to ask questions about sexual health, reproductive concerns, urinary changes, or symptoms they may find difficult to discuss elsewhere.

Patients seeking another physician for preventive women’s care may review Dr. Christine Murray’s OB-GYN profile.

Well-Woman Examinations

A well-woman visit provides a general review of reproductive and gynecological health.

The appointment may include:

• Updating the medical history
• Reviewing menstrual patterns
• Discussing current symptoms
• Measuring blood pressure
• Reviewing medication
• Performing a pelvic examination when appropriate
• Reviewing cervical screening needs
• Discussing breast health
• Evaluating contraception
• Reviewing pregnancy plans
• Discussing menopause symptoms

Not every visit requires every examination or test. Recommendations should reflect the patient’s age, symptoms, medical history, and previous screening results.

Cervical Cancer Screening

Cervical cancer screening can identify abnormal cell changes before they develop into a more serious condition.

Screening may involve:

• A Pap test
• Human papillomavirus testing
• Combined Pap and HPV testing
• Follow-up after an abnormal result
• Colposcopy when indicated
• Cervical biopsy when needed

An abnormal screening result does not automatically mean that cervical cancer is present. Many changes are mild, temporary, or related to an HPV infection that may clear naturally.

The next step depends on the type of abnormality, HPV result, patient’s age, pregnancy status, and previous screening history.

Abnormal Pap Test Evaluation

When a Pap test identifies unusual cervical cells, Dr. Obukofe may recommend repeat testing or a closer examination of the cervix.

A colposcopy uses magnification to inspect the cervix. A small tissue sample may be collected from an area that appears abnormal.

The evaluation can help determine whether the patient needs:

• Routine follow-up
• Repeat cervical screening
• Continued observation
• Treatment of precancerous changes
• Referral for additional care

Patients should attend recommended follow-up appointments even when they feel well because early cervical changes often cause no symptoms.

Pregnancy and Prenatal Care

Dr. Obukofe provides pregnancy care that supports the health of the pregnant patient and developing baby.

Prenatal services may include:

• Pregnancy confirmation
• Initial prenatal assessment
• Review of medical and pregnancy history
• Routine prenatal examinations
• Laboratory testing
• Ultrasound coordination
• Fetal heartbeat monitoring
• Fetal growth assessment
• Blood pressure monitoring
• Gestational diabetes screening
• Prenatal genetic-screening discussions
• Labour and delivery planning
• Postpartum follow-up

Prenatal visits usually become more frequent as pregnancy progresses. Additional monitoring may be recommended when an existing medical condition, abnormal test, or pregnancy complication is present.

First Prenatal Appointment

The first prenatal appointment helps establish the expected stage of pregnancy and identify medical factors that may influence care.

Dr. Obukofe may review:

• Date of the last menstrual period
• Previous pregnancies
• Previous miscarriages or complications
• Earlier cesarean deliveries
• Current medication
• Family medical history
• Blood pressure
• Diabetes risk
• Thyroid conditions
• Previous surgeries
• Infection risks
• Genetic and family concerns

Laboratory tests may be arranged to assess blood type, anemia, immunity, infections, and other pregnancy-related health factors.

Prenatal Screening

Prenatal screening can estimate the likelihood of certain fetal or pregnancy conditions.

Options may include:

• First-trimester screening
• Cell-free DNA screening
• Carrier screening
• Maternal blood testing
• Anatomy ultrasound
• Gestational diabetes screening
• Screening for pregnancy-related infections

A screening test estimates risk but does not normally provide a definite diagnosis.

Patients should understand what each test can identify, its limitations, and whether an unusual result would require additional testing.

High-Risk Pregnancy Care

Some pregnancies require closer observation because of maternal health, pregnancy history, fetal development, or a complication that appears during prenatal care.

Dr. Obukofe may evaluate or help manage pregnancies involving:

• High blood pressure
• Preeclampsia
• Gestational diabetes
• Bleeding during pregnancy
• Multiple pregnancy
• Pregnancy at an advanced maternal age
• Previous premature delivery
• Previous pregnancy loss
• Abnormal fetal growth
• Placental concerns
• Maternal infection
• Existing diabetes or thyroid disease

A maternal-fetal medicine specialist may become involved when advanced imaging, fetal testing, or additional specialist management is needed.

Gestational Diabetes

Gestational diabetes occurs when blood sugar becomes elevated during pregnancy.

Management may include:

• Home blood glucose monitoring
• Nutrition planning
• Physical activity guidance
• Review of glucose records
• Medication or insulin when necessary
• Fetal growth monitoring
• Delivery planning
• Postpartum blood sugar testing

Blood sugar control can reduce the risk of excessive fetal growth, birth complications, high blood pressure, and newborn glucose problems.

Patients with gestational diabetes should follow the monitoring schedule recommended by their maternity team.

High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy

High blood pressure may exist before pregnancy or develop during pregnancy.

Dr. Obukofe may monitor:

• Blood pressure readings
• Urine protein
• Kidney and liver laboratory results
• Headaches or vision changes
• Swelling
• Fetal growth
• Placental function
• Fetal well-being

Preeclampsia is a pregnancy complication involving high blood pressure and signs that another organ system or the placenta may be affected.

The care plan depends on pregnancy stage, blood pressure level, laboratory findings, symptoms, and fetal condition.

Labour and Delivery Care

Dr. Obukofe provides obstetric care related to labour and childbirth.

Delivery planning may include discussions about:

• Signs of labour
• When to contact the hospital
• Pain-management choices
• Induction of labour
• Vaginal delivery
• Cesarean delivery
• Fetal monitoring
• Hospital admission
• Recovery after childbirth

The safest delivery method depends on fetal position, placental location, labour progress, previous uterine surgery, maternal health, and fetal well-being.

A patient’s birth preferences remain important, but the plan may need to change when an unexpected concern develops.

Vaginal Delivery

Vaginal childbirth may be appropriate when the pregnancy and labour progress safely.

During labour, the healthcare team may monitor:

• Contraction pattern
• Cervical change
• Fetal heartbeat
• Maternal blood pressure
• Pain and comfort
• Fetal position
• Signs of infection
• Labour progress

Assisted delivery or cesarean birth may become necessary when labour does not progress or concerns develop about the patient or baby.

Cesarean Delivery

A cesarean delivery is an operation used to deliver a baby through incisions in the abdomen and uterus.

It may be recommended because of:

• Abnormal fetal position
• Placental complications
• Labour that does not progress
• Signs of fetal distress
• Previous uterine procedures
• Umbilical cord concerns
• Maternal medical complications
• Other urgent obstetric conditions

Recovery generally includes incision care, pain management, temporary activity restrictions, and monitoring for complications.

Postpartum Care

Postpartum appointments help patients recover after childbirth and manage concerns arising during the weeks that follow.

Dr. Obukofe may review:

• Recovery after vaginal birth
• Recovery after cesarean delivery
• Postpartum bleeding
• Incision or tear healing
• Pelvic discomfort
• Breast and feeding concerns
• Blood pressure
• Urinary symptoms
• Return to physical activity
• Menstrual changes
• Postpartum contraception

Recovery varies according to delivery method, pregnancy complications, general health, sleep, and available support.

Menstrual Disorder Evaluation

Menstrual cycles may change because of hormonal conditions, pregnancy, medication, uterine disorders, stress, weight changes, or perimenopause.

Dr. Obukofe may evaluate:

• Heavy periods
• Painful menstruation
• Irregular cycles
• Missed periods
• Bleeding between periods
• Prolonged bleeding
• Bleeding after sexual activity
• Bleeding after menopause
• Menstrual symptoms affecting daily life

An assessment may involve a pregnancy test, blood work, pelvic examination, ultrasound, cervical screening, or sampling of the uterine lining.

Treatment depends on the identified cause.

Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

Abnormal uterine bleeding describes bleeding that is heavier, longer, or less predictable than expected.

Possible causes include:

• Hormonal changes
• Uterine fibroids
• Uterine polyps
• Thyroid disease
• Pregnancy-related conditions
• Medication effects
• Perimenopause
• Blood-clotting disorders
• Changes in the uterine lining

Treatment may include medication, hormonal therapy, an intrauterine device, a minor procedure, or surgery.

The choice should reflect the diagnosis, severity of blood loss, age, health, and future pregnancy plans.

Pelvic Pain

Pelvic pain may begin suddenly or continue for several months. It can involve the uterus, ovaries, bladder, bowel, pelvic muscles, or more than one system.

Possible causes include:

• Ovarian cysts
• Uterine fibroids
• Endometriosis
• Pelvic infection
• Menstrual conditions
• Pregnancy-related concerns
• Urinary disorders
• Digestive conditions
• Scar tissue from previous surgery

Dr. Obukofe may ask where the pain occurs, whether it follows the menstrual cycle, and whether it is associated with bleeding, urination, bowel movements, or sexual activity.

Testing is selected according to the symptom pattern and examination findings.

Uterine Fibroid Care

Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths that develop within or around the uterus.

They may cause:

• Heavy menstrual bleeding
• Prolonged periods
• Pelvic pressure
• Abdominal fullness
• Painful menstruation
• Frequent urination
• Constipation
• Back discomfort
• Anemia
• Fertility concerns

Evaluation commonly includes a pelvic examination and ultrasound.

Treatment may involve observation, medication, hormonal treatment, removal of selected fibroids, or hysterectomy. The appropriate option depends on the fibroids’ size, location, symptoms, and the patient’s reproductive plans.

Ovarian Cyst Evaluation

An ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac that develops on or within an ovary.

Many cysts are connected with normal ovulation and disappear without treatment. Others may require continued monitoring or surgery.

Possible symptoms include:

• Pelvic pain
• Pressure
• Bloating
• Menstrual changes
• Discomfort during activity
• Pain during sexual activity

Ultrasound can help assess the cyst’s size, appearance, and location.

Care may include monitoring, repeat imaging, medication, or surgical treatment.

Endometriosis Care

Endometriosis occurs when tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus.

Possible symptoms include:

• Painful periods
• Continuing pelvic pain
• Pain during sexual activity
• Digestive symptoms linked to menstruation
• Heavy bleeding
• Difficulty becoming pregnant

Diagnosis may involve medical history, pelvic examination, imaging, and sometimes minimally invasive surgery.

Treatment may include pain medicine, hormonal therapy, surgery, or fertility support.

Contraception and Family Planning

Dr. Obukofe can help patients compare contraception methods according to effectiveness, convenience, medical history, side effects, and future pregnancy plans.

Options may include:

• Birth control pills
• Contraceptive injections
• Intrauterine devices
• Contraceptive implants
• Patches
• Vaginal rings
• Barrier methods
• Fertility-awareness methods
• Permanent contraception
• Postpartum birth control

Some hormonal methods may also help control heavy bleeding, painful periods, or irregular cycles.

Patients should discuss migraine history, blood pressure, blood-clot risks, tobacco exposure, and current medication before selecting a hormonal method.

Intrauterine Device Care

An intrauterine device is a small contraceptive device placed inside the uterus.

Services may include:

• Comparing available IUD options
• IUD insertion
• IUD removal
• Replacement
• Follow-up after placement
• Evaluation of pain or unexpected bleeding

Temporary cramping or changes in menstrual bleeding may occur after placement.

Continuing or severe symptoms should be assessed.

Sexually Transmitted Infection Care

Sexually transmitted infections do not always cause noticeable symptoms.

Testing may be considered because of:

• A new sexual partner
• Possible exposure
• Pelvic discomfort
• Unusual discharge
• Painful urination
• Bleeding after sexual activity
• Pregnancy
• Routine preventive needs

Treatment depends on the infection identified. Partner testing or treatment may also be needed in some situations.

Patients should complete prescribed treatment and attend recommended follow-up testing.

Fertility Concerns

Difficulty becoming pregnant may involve ovulation, the uterus, fallopian tubes, sperm health, age, or several factors together.

An initial assessment may include:

• Menstrual and ovulation history
• Previous pregnancy history
• Medication review
• Pelvic examination
• Hormone testing
• Ultrasound
• Assessment of the uterus and ovaries
• Partner evaluation
• Referral to a fertility specialist

The timing of fertility testing depends on age, menstrual regularity, medical history, and how long pregnancy has been attempted.

Menopause Care

Menopause is the stage when menstrual periods permanently stop. Symptoms may begin earlier during perimenopause.

Dr. Obukofe may help patients manage:

• Hot flashes
• Night sweats
• Irregular periods
• Sleep disruption
• Vaginal dryness
• Discomfort during sexual activity
• Mood changes
• Urinary symptoms
• Bone-health concerns

Treatment may include lifestyle changes, non-hormonal medication, vaginal therapy, or menopausal hormone treatment when medically appropriate.

Hormone treatment is not suitable for every patient. Benefits and risks depend on age, symptoms, medical history, and personal risk factors.

Another physician providing reproductive and menopause care is Dr. Angela D. Earhart.

Gynecological Procedures

Depending on the patient’s diagnosis and available clinical services, Dr. Obukofe may provide or coordinate procedures such as:

• Colposcopy
• Cervical biopsy
• Endocervical sampling
• Endometrial biopsy
• IUD placement
• IUD removal
• Hysteroscopy
• Dilation and curettage
• Treatment of selected ovarian conditions
• Fibroid procedures
• Hysterectomy
• Cesarean delivery

Not every gynecological condition requires surgery. Observation, medication, hormonal care, or another conservative treatment may be suitable.

Before a procedure, patients should understand why it is recommended, what alternatives exist, and what recovery may involve.

Leadership and Patient Advocacy

Dr. Obukofe has served in leadership roles within hospital obstetrics and gynecology departments.

She has also participated in advisory work connected with health plans serving women, children, and families.

These roles reflect experience beyond individual appointments, including collaboration with healthcare teams and attention to how patients access reproductive and maternity services.

Her stated philosophy focuses on treating women with dignity, compassion, and respect while helping them make informed choices about their health.

Preparing for an Appointment

Patients can prepare by bringing:

• A current medication list
• The date of the last menstrual period
• Previous Pap test results
• Pregnancy and delivery history
• Earlier surgical records
• Recent laboratory reports
• Ultrasound or imaging results
• A list of medication allergies
• Notes about current symptoms
• Questions about testing or treatment

Patients experiencing abnormal bleeding may find it helpful to record when it occurs, how long it lasts, and how heavy it becomes.

Pregnant patients should bring available prenatal records, ultrasound reports, laboratory results, and details of all medicines and supplements.

Patient-Centered Women’s Healthcare

Dr. Obukofe provides obstetric and gynecological care based on each patient’s age, medical history, pregnancy needs, current symptoms, and reproductive goals.

Her services may include preventive examinations, pregnancy monitoring, childbirth care, postpartum follow-up, contraception, menstrual treatment, pelvic health assessment, menopause support, diagnostic testing, and gynecological procedures.

Patients should confirm current appointment availability, accepted insurance plans, hospital arrangements, language services, and referral requirements directly with MyCHN Woodforest.