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Dr. Veronica Zamora- Olivencia and Dr. Ivie Okundaye
SPECIALTY: Nephrology and Hypertension
EDUCATION:
Dr. Ivie Okundaye: M.D., University of Wisconsin Madison School of Medicine & Public Health; residency, Internal Medicine, Loyola University Medical Center; fellowship, Nephrology, Stanford University Medical Center
Dr. Veronica Zamora-Olivencia: M.D., Ponce Health Sciences University; residency, University of Chicago; fellowship, McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
AWARDS/HONORS:
Dr. Okundaye: Board certified, Internal Medicine; Board certified, Nephrology; Coca-Cola Scholar
Dr. Zamora-Olivencia: Board certified, Internal Medicine; Board certified, Nephrology
Drs. Ivie Okundaye and Veronica Zamora-Olivencia of Northwestern Memorial are specialists in nephrology and hypertension focusing on managing kidney health and related conditions.
With a clinical interest in obstetric nephrology, Dr. Okundaye combines compassionate listening with a commitment to clinical education. Known for her integrative approach, she works closely with care teams to provide the best outcomes. “Collaborating with other physicians and members, I strive to understand the latest research and advancements in the field,” she says. Armed with a unique focus on obstetric nephrology, she specializes in fertility, pregnancy, contraception, and menopause issues among kidney disease patients— staying at the forefront of advancements.
Dr. Zamora-Olivencia also brings a collaborative approach to patient care. “By partnering closely with my patients and educating them on how their disease may be affecting their kidney function, I help them take an active role in managing their health,” she says. Fascinated by the kidneys’ vital role, she combines empathy, proactive strategies, and a multidisciplinary mindset to deliver individualized treatment. Fluent in multiple languages, she ensures inclusive, culturally sensitive care. As kidney disease rises alongside diabetes and an aging population, she believes nephrology plays a central role in connecting specialists to improve overall health outcomes.
Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital is located at 800 N. Westmoreland in Lake Forest, 847-535-7647, nm.org.
