4.4
70 Ratings with 22 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Fernando Urrutia is a gastroenterologist with nearly five decades of experience treating digestive system disorders. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina and has been practicing for 48 years, developing extensive expertise in gastrointestinal conditions. Dr. Urrutia is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.
Dr. Urrutia practices at Houston Methodist Gastroenterology Associates in Houston, Texas, and maintains an affiliation with Texas Heart Institute. He specializes in treating conditions such as hemorrhoids, colon polyps, and dyspepsia. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies, upper GI endoscopies, and lower GI endoscopies to diagnose and treat various digestive issues. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Urrutia practices at Houston Methodist Gastroenterology Associates in Houston, Texas, and maintains an affiliation with Texas Heart Institute. He specializes in treating conditions such as hemorrhoids, colon polyps, and dyspepsia. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies, upper GI endoscopies, and lower GI endoscopies to diagnose and treat various digestive issues. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 48 years of experience
- 31 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina
- 22 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 17 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
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Office Location
Houston Methodist Gastroenterology Associates
6550 Fannin St Ste 1201Houston, TX 77030 Tel: (713) 441-3372
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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| Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 48 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Arabic, English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Houston , TX | Pasadena , TX | Sacramento , CA | Sacramento , CA |
| Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina | Med School: New York Medical College | Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine | Med School: Emory University |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Fernando M. Urrutia
Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
Fernando M. Urrutia has the following 17 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
48 Years Experience
Fernando M. Urrutia 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 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina in 1978.
NPI Number
Fernando M. Urrutia's NPI number is 1952336299.
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- Which hospitals is Fernando Urrutia affiliated with?
- Fernando Urrutia is affiliated with Texas Heart Institute.
- Where is Fernando Urrutia's office located?
- Fernando Urrutia's office is located at 6550 Fannin St Ste 1201, Houston, TX, 77030.
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- You can see the insurance plans that Fernando Urrutia accepts on their Vitals profile.
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