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Summary
Dr. Katie Root is an internal medicine physician who earned her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine. With 16 years of experience in internal medicine, she focuses on comprehensive adult healthcare and preventive medicine. Dr. Root is board-certified and holds Fellowship status with the American College of Physicians (FACP), demonstrating her commitment to excellence in internal medicine practice. She provides care in English for her patients.
Dr. Root practices at multiple locations in Tyler, Texas, including UT Health East Texas Physicians and UT Health Tyler, with hospital affiliations at UT Health Tyler, Christus Mother Frances Hospital Tyler, and UT Health North Campus Tyler. She treats common conditions such as joint pain, chronic kidney disease, and high blood pressure. Her expertise includes specialized breast health services, offering breast cancer screening procedures and mammograms to help detect health issues early.
Dr. Root practices at multiple locations in Tyler, Texas, including UT Health East Texas Physicians and UT Health Tyler, with hospital affiliations at UT Health Tyler, Christus Mother Frances Hospital Tyler, and UT Health North Campus Tyler. She treats common conditions such as joint pain, chronic kidney disease, and high blood pressure. Her expertise includes specialized breast health services, offering breast cancer screening procedures and mammograms to help detect health issues early.
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Quick Facts
- 16 years of experience
- speaks English
- Ross University School Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Katie Root has 2 locationsUT Health East Texas Physicians- Family Medicine
1000 E. Fifth St. Suite 400Tyler, TX 75701 Tel: (903) 596-3500
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
UT Health Tyler
1000 S Beckham AveTyler, TX 75701 Tel: (903) 597-0351
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
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| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Tyler , TX | Lake Jackson , TX | SOUTHLAKE , TX | Houston , TX |
| Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine | Med School: Kempegowda Institute Of Medical Sciences | Med School: Nova Se Univ Hlth Prof Div Coll Osteo Ft Lauderdale Fl | Med School: Ross University School of Medicine in Miramar, Florida |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Katie Root
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Medical Specialties
Katie Root has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Katie Root has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
16 Years Experience
Katie Root 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
Medical School
Graduated from Ross University School Of Medicine in 2010.
NPI Number
Katie Root's NPI number is 1083932818.
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- Where is Katie Root's office located?
- Katie Root's office is located at 1000 E. Fifth St. Suite 400, Tyler, TX, 75701.
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- Is Katie Root accepting new patients?
- Katie Root has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- What languages does Katie Root speak?
- Katie Root speaks English.
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