Summary

It is Dr. Sun's honor and privilege to provide personalized and compassionate care to my patients and their loved ones. I take pride in treating patients like I would treat my family members. I like to educate and empower them so they can make well-informed decisions about their care. I listen carefully to their concerns and work closely with them to formulate the best approach to their treatment. Conservative, non-surgical measures should always be attempted before surgical options are considered. When surgery is mutually decided upon, I use my advanced training along with up-to-date surgical techniques and the latest technology to maximize patient safety and achieve superior surgical outcomes.

Houston Methodist

Our team of highly skilled neurologists, neurosurgeons, researchers and other specialists offers unparalleled care for patients with neurological disorders. We use an integrative approach that combines multiple clinical disciplines and extensive research to provide the best possible health care to you, care that goes beyond just your neurological condition.

Our research teams continue to pioneer the future of neurological care, developing new treatments and clinical trials for stroke, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, ALS, concussions, brain tumors and other neurological disorders. Our research efforts to advance neuroscience include participating in clinical trials on nervous system diseases and disorders, cardiovascular diseases and behavioral and mental disorders.
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Office Location

Medical Office Building 1

16651 Southwest Fwy Ste 440Sugar Land, TX 77479

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Mandarin
  • The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas
  • 20 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Derrick Y Sun

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Community Health Choice
  • Devoted Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Renaissance
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Derrick Y Sun has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Derrick Y Sun has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Brain Surgery
  • Brain Tumor
  • Craniotomy
  • Glioblastoma
  • Laminectomy
  • Neurosurgery
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Derrick Sun accepting new patients?
Dr. Derrick Sun is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Derrick Sun's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Derrick Sun accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Derrick Sun accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Derrick Sun affiliated with?
Dr. Derrick Sun is affiliated with Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital.
Where is Dr. Derrick Sun's office located?
Dr. Derrick Sun's office is located at 16651 Southwest Fwy Ste 440, Sugar Land, TX, 77479.
Does Dr. Derrick Sun accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Derrick Sun has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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