Craig L. Jensen | Houston, TX | Gastroenterologist

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Dr. Craig Jensen specializes in gastroenterology, focusing on digestive system disorders and related conditions. They completed medical school at Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah and brings 43 years of experience to their practice. Dr. Jensen is fluent in Spanish and Vietnamese, allowing them to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Jensen practices at Texas Children's Hospital in Houston, Texas. They have particular expertise in treating complex digestive conditions such as short bowel syndrome and malabsorption disorders. Dr. Jensen also addresses steatorrhea and other challenging gastrointestinal issues. Patients have given them an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
3.6

10 Ratings
43 years of experience
30 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, Vietnamese
Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah
5 written reviews
2 specialties
2 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location

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

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Craig L. Jensen's Ratings and Reviews

3.6

10 Ratings with 5 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 13 Minutes

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He is not for sure of when he is diagnosed the patient illness

February 27th, 2020

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He is not for sure of when he is diagnosed the patient illness

February 27th, 2020

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Dr. Jensen is very professional yet very personable. He is always calm and relaxed which puts my daughter at ease. He takes time to explain things and answers all of our questions. He is the best!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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March 19th, 2015

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Dr. Jensen is a rare doctor - knowledgable and caring. He has an excellent grasp on relevant medical literature, is superb at explaining best treatment course as per scientific evidence, and genuinely has the child's best interest in mind (and is great with pedis).

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 27th, 2015

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In Sept. 2012 my 11 yr old daughter woke up one morning with symptoms of what we thought was a simple stomach virus. As the weeks passed the diarrhea never went away. After having some test run by her pediatrician showing no infection, she still had severe diarrhea. It eventually turned bloody, then to solid blood. We found ourselves in the ER, and were then referred to a specialist, Dr. Craig Jensen, at Texas Children's Hospital. By now it was early November. We had a big family vacation planned for Thanksgiving, in The Smokey Mountains. Dr Jensen got right on ordering test. My daughter was very anemic and not feeling well at all. In order for us to go on our family vacation we had to have a diagnosis quickly, and a treatment. Dr Jensen said she needed a colonoscopy. During the colonoscopy things looked worse than he expected. He discovered she had some type of inflammatory bowel disease. from her stomach all the way through her colon she had severer inflammation and… ulcers. Dr. Jensen spent hours with us over the next few days explaining her condition to us and going over treatment plans. He was so kind and patient with us. He never rushed us, and he put my daughter at ease about her condition. He quickly got her symptoms under control. We were able to go on our vacation with confidence she was in good care. It is now April, my daughter is still in remission. We have regular check-ups with Dr Jensen, and he always promptly answers any calls or questions that we have. I'm thankful for a doctor who cares about his patients.It makes all the difference! We love him!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 23rd, 2014

Texas Children's Hospital Wallace Tower

6701 Fannin StHouston, TX 77030

Tel: (832) 822-2778


Craig L. Jensen	Dr. Thahn-Truc Le, MD	Brooke Holden, APRN	Bhavana Akotia, PA-C
Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.6 (10 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
43 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Houston , TX	Cypress , TX	Little Rock , AR	Tempe , AZ
Med School: Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah	Med School: Texas A&M University System Health Science Center College Of Medicine	Med School: University of Central Arkansas	Med School: Charles R Drew University
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Craig L. Jensen holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah in 1983.

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Craig L. Jensen's NPI number is 1891875159.

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