Summary

Dr. Fariha Salman is a board-certified endocrinologist specializing in diabetes, metabolism, and obesity medicine. She completed her residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Bronx, New York in 2015, followed by a fellowship at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, Tennessee in 2017. With 26 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Salman holds board certification from the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu.

Dr. Salman practices at Houston Methodist Endocrinology Associates in Houston, Texas, and maintains hospital privileges at Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis. She focuses on treating obesity, overweight conditions, and Type 2 diabetes in both adults and children. Her expertise includes managing blood glucose monitoring and performing comprehensive blood tests to help patients achieve better metabolic health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Salman 5.0 out of 5 stars for her care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 26 years of experience
  • 40 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
  • University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, Tennessee
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Houston Methodist Endocrinology Associates

18123 Upper Bay Rd Ste 400Houston, TX 77058
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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4.6 
26 Years of Experience 61 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu Speaks English Speaks Arabic, English Speaks Arabic, English
Houston , TXHouston , TXWebster , TXHouston , TX
Med School: American Board of Obesity Medicine (Board Certification) Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University of Tripoli Med School: American University of Beirut Medical Center (AUBMC)
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Fariha Salman

  • Aetna
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Fariha Salman has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Fariha Salman has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Fariha Salman holds an expired medical license in the states of Mississippi and Tennessee.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Mississippi that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, Tennessee in 2017.

Residency

Completed their residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York in 2015.

Medical School

Graduated from American Board of Obesity Medicine (Board Certification) in 2021, American Board of Internal Medicine (Board Certification) in 2015, and Fatima Jinnah Medical College for Women, Lahore, Pakistan in 2000.

NPI Number

Fariha Salman's NPI number is 1629331079.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Fariha Salman speak?
Fariha Salman speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu.
Which hospitals is Fariha Salman affiliated with?
Fariha Salman is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis.
Does Fariha Salman accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Fariha Salman has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Fariha Salman accepting new patients?
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Where is Fariha Salman's office located?
Fariha Salman's office is located at 18123 Upper Bay Rd Ste 400, Houston, TX, 77058.

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