Summary

Dr. Astrud Leyva specializes in rheumatology, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting joints, muscles, and connective tissues. She earned her medical degree from UT Southwestern Medical Center and completed her residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch in 2011. With 19 years of clinical experience, Dr. Leyva holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She is fluent in both English and Tagalog.

Dr. Leyva is affiliated with Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital and practices at Houston Methodist Rheumatology Associates in Houston, Texas. She treats patients with rheumatoid arthritis, helping them manage joint inflammation and pain. Her expertise extends to inflammatory muscle conditions such as polymyositis and dermatomyositis, as well as joint pain concerns. Dr. Leyva utilizes physical therapy recommendations and specialized blood tests to monitor inflammation and guide treatment decisions. Patients consistently rate her highly, giving her an average score of 5.0 out of 5.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 19 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Tagalog
  • University of Texas Medical Branch
  • 43 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Houston Methodist Rheumatology Associates

13300 Hargrave Rd Ste 300Houston, TX 77070
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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RheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
19 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Tagalog Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English Speaks Arabic, English
Houston , TXConroe , TXPasadena , TXWebster , TX
Med School: UT Southwestern Medical Center Med School: University of Delhi Med School: University of Texas Medical School at Houston
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Astrud Lorraine Leyva

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Community Health Choice
  • EMI Health
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optima Health
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Astrud Lorraine Leyva has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Astrud Lorraine Leyva has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University of Texas Medical Branch2010

Medical School

UT Southwestern Medical CenterGraduated in 2013
American Board of Internal Medicine (Board Certification)Graduated in 2010
University of Texas Medical BranchGraduated in 2007

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Astrud Leyva speaks English and Tagalog.
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