Summary

Dr. Mehmet Okcu specializes in oncology with nearly four decades of experience treating cancer patients. They earned their medical degree from Istanbul Universitesi Tip Fakultesi and completed residency training at the University of Texas Health Science Center. With 38 years in practice, Dr. Okcu brings extensive expertise to cancer care and speaks both Spanish and English.

Dr. Okcu practices at Texas Children's Hospital in Houston, Texas. They focus on treating primary brain cancer and brain tumors in children, providing specialized care for young patients facing these challenging diagnoses. Their practice includes performing comprehensive metabolic panels and complete blood counts to monitor patient health throughout treatment. Patients have given Dr. Okcu an average rating of 4.3 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 38 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Of Texas Health Science Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Dr. Mehmet F. Okcu

6621 Fannin StHouston, TX 77030

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OncologyOncologyOncologyOncology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
4.7 
38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English, Arabic Speaks English
Houston , TXSugar Land , TXHouston , TXHouston , TX
Med School: Istanbul Universitesi Tip Fakultesi Med School: UT Southwestern Medical School, Dallas, Texas Med School: Al-Nahrain University, College of Medicine Med School: Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Baroda, India
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Mehmet F. Okcu

  • Aetna - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community First Health Plans
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Driscoll Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Mehmet F. Okcu has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Mehmet F. Okcu has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Cancer
  • Leukemia
  • Pediatric Hematology & Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Texas Health Science Center

Medical School

Istanbul Universitesi Tip FakultesiGraduated in 1989
ISTANBUL UNIVERSITESIGraduated in 1988

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Mehmet Okcu's office located?
Dr. Mehmet Okcu's office is located at 6621 Fannin St, Houston, TX, 77030.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mehmet Okcu affiliated with?
Dr. Mehmet Okcu is affiliated with Texas Childrens Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mehmet Okcu?
You can find contact information for Dr. Mehmet Okcu here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Mehmet Okcu accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Mehmet Okcu accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Mehmet Okcu accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Mehmet Okcu has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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