Summary

Dr. Katherine Hicks is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in hospice and palliative medicine. She earned her medical degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine and completed her residency at the University of Washington Medical Center. With 12 years of experience in practice, Dr. Hicks focuses on providing comprehensive care for patients with serious illnesses and their families. She is fluent in English.

Dr. Hicks practices at Ben Taub Hospital in Houston, Texas, and maintains affiliations with UW Medical Center Montlake. Her expertise includes treating patients with cancer pain, lung cancer, and brain tumors in children. She performs diagnostic procedures such as complete blood counts, urine cultures, and syphilis testing to help guide patient care and treatment decisions.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 12 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Washington Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Ben Taub Hospital

1504 Taub LoopHouston, TX 77030

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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Telugu Speaks English, Spanish
Houston , TXWebster , TXWebster , TXHouston , TX
Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine Med School: University of Baroda Med School: Kakatiya Medical College Med School: Harvard Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Katherine Garrett Hicks

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Katherine Garrett Hicks has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Katherine Garrett Hicks has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Washington Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine in 2014.

NPI Number

Dr. Hicks' NPI number is 1750709952.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Katherine Hicks accepting new patients?
Dr. Katherine Hicks has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Katherine Hicks's office located?
Dr. Katherine Hicks's office is located at 1504 Taub Loop, Houston, TX, 77030.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Katherine Hicks affiliated with?
Dr. Katherine Hicks is affiliated with Uw Medical Center Montlake.

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