Summary

McGovern Medical School, the academic arm of UTHealth Houston, is a premier medical education and research institution. It offers MD, dual-degree, and graduate programs, training physicians, scientists, and health professionals. The school integrates cutting-edge research, clinical practice through UT Physicians and affiliated hospitals, and community health initiatives. It hosts a wide range of programs—including residency, fellowship, postdoctoral, and continuing medical education—while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration across behavioral sciences, cardiovascular perfusion, anesthesia, and more. McGovern Medical School also provides extensive student services, alumni networks, and public outreach, positioning itself as a leader in advancing medical knowledge, patient care, and health innovation.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 30 years of experience
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Texas Health Science Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 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

Office Location

John R. Foringer

6410 Fannin St Ste 600Houston, TX 77030
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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30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Mandarin
Houston , TXWebster , TXSugar Land , TXSugar Land , TX
Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston
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Insurance Plans Accepted by John R. Foringer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Community Health Choice
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

John R. Foringer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

John R. Foringer has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
  • Chronic Renal Disease
  • Dialysis
  • End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
  • Hemodialysis
  • Kidney Biopsy
  • Kidney Dialysis (Renal Dialysis)
  • Nephrologist
  • Peritoneal Dialysis
  • Urinalysis

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

John R. Foringer 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 University Of Texas Health Science Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston in 1996.

NPI Number

John R. Foringer's NPI number is 1053339564.

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