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Summary
Consistently ranked as the best children’s hospital in Texas, and among the top in the nation, Texas Children’s offers patients easy access to online scheduling. Click on the “website” or “Appointments” button to make an appointment online today. For your convenience, Texas Children’s Hospital has more than 10 locations across the greater Houston area ready to provide you and your family with care that’s convenient for you. Our medical providers see patients at our hospitals in the Texas Medical Center, Katy in West Houston, and The Woodlands. Our Specialty Care clinics can be found throughout local communities and provide you with the same level of care you know and expect from Texas Children’s – just closer to home.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 27 years of experience
- United States Army Medical Center - Darnall
- 2 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 6 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Derek R. Linklater
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Medical Specialties
Derek R. Linklater has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Derek R. Linklater has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
27 Years Experience
Derek R. Linklater holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at United States Army Medical Center - Darnall.
Medical School
Graduated from Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine in 1999.
NPI Number
Derek R. Linklater's NPI number is 1043296122.
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- Which hospitals is Derek Linklater affiliated with?
- Derek Linklater is affiliated with Carl R Darnall Army Medical Center, Michael E Debakey Va Medical Center, Chi Saint Joseph Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Dell Childrens Medical Center Of Central Texas, Legent Orthopedic Hospital, and TEXAS CHILDRENS HOSPITAL.
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