Dr. Claudia Elena Ramirez Bustamante, MD

Dr. Claudia Ramirez Bustamante is an endocrinologist specializing in diabetes and metabolism, with additional expertise in internal medicine. She earned her medical degree from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad De Medicina Alberto Hurtado and completed her residency at Meharry Medical College. With 15 years of experience treating complex metabolic disorders, Dr. Ramirez Bustamante has developed expertise in managing both adult and pediatric diabetes cases.

Dr. Ramirez Bustamante practices at Ben Taub Hospital in Houston, Texas, and also maintains a presence in Nashville, Tennessee. She focuses on treating Type 2 diabetes in both adults and younger patients, including children and teenagers. Her practice includes managing serious complications like hyperglycemic emergencies, which require immediate medical attention. She utilizes comprehensive diagnostic tools including complete blood count tests, advanced imaging with single photon emission computed tomography, and thyroid …hormone testing to provide thorough patient care.