Summary

Dr. John Cowling specializes in surgery with a focus on bariatric surgery, helping patients achieve significant weight loss through surgical interventions. He earned his medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center. With 13 years of experience in surgical practice, Dr. Cowling has developed expertise in minimally invasive surgical techniques. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Cowling practices in Houston, Texas, where he treats patients with conditions such as acute cholecystitis and gallstones. His surgical expertise includes performing laparoscopic procedures, which allow for smaller incisions and faster recovery times. He also manages patients with drug allergies, ensuring safe surgical care tailored to individual patient needs.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 13 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Texas Health Science Center
  • 3 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

John C. Cowling

11920 Astoria Blvd Ste 460Houston, TX 77089
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 - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Houston , TXHouston , TXBrenham , TXBaytown , TX
Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, New Jersey Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio College of Medicine Med School: Temple University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by John C. Cowling

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Memorial Hermann
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Renaissance
  • Renaissance - Medicare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

John C. Cowling has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

John C. Cowling has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Bariatric Surgeon
  • General Surgeon
  • General Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

13 Years Experience

John C. Cowling 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 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Texas Health Science Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine in 2013.

NPI Number

John C. Cowling's NPI number is 1780028910.

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John Cowling's office is located at 11920 Astoria Blvd Ste 460, Houston, TX, 77089.
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