2.1
7 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Katherine Hwu specializes in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism, bringing 39 years of experience to her practice. They earned their medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed their residency at Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Hwu is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Hwu is affiliated with Harris Health System Ben Taub Hospital and practices at Texas Children's Hospital Wallace Tower in Houston, Texas. They focus on treating diabetes mellitus and geriatric diabetes, with particular expertise in managing type 2 diabetes. Dr. Hwu performs thyroid hormone tests and specialized thyroid function testing to help diagnose and monitor endocrine conditions.
Dr. Hwu is affiliated with Harris Health System Ben Taub Hospital and practices at Texas Children's Hospital Wallace Tower in Houston, Texas. They focus on treating diabetes mellitus and geriatric diabetes, with particular expertise in managing type 2 diabetes. Dr. Hwu performs thyroid hormone tests and specialized thyroid function testing to help diagnose and monitor endocrine conditions.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 39 years of experience
- 18 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Baylor College Of Medicine
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
Office Location
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| Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 39 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | ||
| Houston , TX | CHICAGO , IL | Boca Raton , FL | CHICAGO , IL |
| Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania | Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Medical School | Med School: Jordan University Of Science And Technology Faculty Of Medicine | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Katherine Hwu
Medical Specialties
Dr. Katherine Hwu has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Katherine Hwu has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
39 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Baylor College Of Medicine
Medical School
Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of PennsylvaniaGraduated in 1987
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