Summary

Dr. Karen Woods treats colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and diverticular disease, and performs colonoscopy, lower GI endoscopy, and laparoscopy. She practices gastroenterology and internal medicine and has 43 years of experience. Dr. Woods is affiliated with Texas Heart Institute and sees patients in Houston, Texas. She speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Woods 3.5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

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
  • 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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43 Years of Experience
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Houston , TXCypress , TXSacramento , CASacramento , CA
Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School Med School: New York University Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine
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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

Graduated from University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr. Woods' NPI number is 1790781961.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Karen Woods affiliated with?
Dr. Karen Woods is affiliated with Texas Heart Institute.
Is Dr. Karen Woods accepting new patients?
Dr. Karen Woods has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Karen Woods accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Karen Woods has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Karen Woods accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Karen Woods accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Karen Woods speak?
Dr. Karen Woods speaks English and Spanish.

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