C.J. Odunukwe, M.D., FACS

With over a quarter-century of experience in general surgery, Dr. Chukwukadibia J. Odunukwe, known to patients as Dr. O, serves as the Medical Director and Co-Owner of Skinworks in Lawton, Oklahoma. His career has been built on surgical precision, patient-first care, and a commitment to advancing his expertise across both traditional medicine and aesthetic wellness.

Dr. O earned his medical degree from the University of Nigeria Faculty of Medicine in 1985, then completed his surgical residency at Grady Hospital, the major teaching hospital affiliated with Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta. Grady is widely recognized for the depth of its surgical training and the breadth of clinical experience it provides. The foundation he built there continues to inform his approach to every patient at Skinworks today.

He is board-certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), an honor reserved for surgeons who have demonstrated professional competence, ethical practice, and an ongoing commitment to the highest standards of patient care.

Over the course of his 25+ years in practice, Dr. O has developed deep experience across general surgery, minimally invasive procedures, and aesthetic medicine. His subspecialty focus includes spa medicine and minimally invasive surgical techniques, an unusual combination that brings surgical-level precision to the world of aesthetic and wellness care. He maintains active hospital affiliations with Southwestern Medical Center and Duncan Regional Hospital and has held an affiliation with the Oklahoma City Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

At Skinworks, Dr. O is proficient with multiple advanced laser systems for cosmetic and medical procedures.

He holds certifications in:

Laser hair removal
Laser skin rejuvenation
Laser tattoo removal
Varicose vein ablation

He also administers Botox and dermal fillers, drawing on his surgical understanding of facial anatomy and tissue response to produce results that look refined and natural rather than overdone.

Dr. O is certified in both BioTe Hormone Replacement Therapy and BioTe Weight Loss management, giving him training in BioTe’s specific protocols for hormone optimization and metabolic health. This certification reflects his interest in addressing not just the visible signs of aging but also the underlying hormonal factors that influence energy, sleep, weight, mood, and overall wellness. For patients navigating perimenopause, menopause, andropause, or other hormone-related concerns, Dr. O combines clinical depth with a thorough, personalized approach. Every BioTe treatment plan begins with a comprehensive evaluation rather than a one-size-fits-all protocol, reflecting SkinWorks’s broader commitment to individualized care.

Patients consistently describe Dr. O as a physician who takes the time to explain conditions clearly, listens carefully, and never rushes appointments. He carries strong patient ratings across multiple independent review platforms, with feedback regularly highlighting his trustworthiness, his ability to communicate complex medical information in accessible terms, and the welcoming environment he and his team have built at Skinworks.

Dr. O is also fluent in English, Igbo, and Yoruba, reflecting his Nigerian medical training and a broader cultural fluency that contributes to clear, compassionate communication with every patient he sees.

As medical director, Dr. O oversees clinical standards, treatment protocols, and patient safety across every service Skinworks offers. From injectables to laser treatments to hormone optimization, every aspect of the patient experience reflects his commitment to delivering medicine that is precise, evidence-based, and deeply personal.