Summary

Dr. Karen Woods specializes in gastroenterology and internal medicine, bringing four decades of medical expertise to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine and has been caring for patients for 43 years. Dr. Woods is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Woods practices with Houston Methodist Gastroenterology Associates in Houston, Texas, and maintains an affiliation with Texas Heart Institute. She focuses on treating conditions such as colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and diverticular disease. Her procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies, as well as providing infusion therapy for patients who need specialized treatment. Patients rate her care at 3.5 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.5
  • 43 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine
  • 27 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Houston Methodist Gastroenterology Associates

6550 Fannin St Ste 1201Houston, TX 77030
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Karen Lee Woods, MDTheresa Obonyano, APRNBrooke Holden, APRNJi Soo Choi, APRN
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.5 
43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Houston , TXSACRAMENTO , CALittle Rock , ARSACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Med School: University of Central Arkansas Med School: New York University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Lee Woods

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Banner Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Choice
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Renaissance
  • Renaissance - Medicare
  • Sana
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen Lee Woods has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen Lee Woods has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Colon Cancer
  • Constipation
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Gallstones
  • Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Peptic Ulcer
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of MedicineGraduated in 1983

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Karen Woods accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Karen Woods accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Does Dr. Karen Woods accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Karen Woods's office located?
Dr. Karen Woods's office is located at 6550 Fannin St Ste 1201, Houston, TX, 77030.
What languages does Dr. Karen Woods speak?
Dr. Karen Woods speaks English and Spanish.

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