Dr. Lisa Chen | Houston, TX | Colorectal Surgery

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Lisa Chen, MD, FACS, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained colon and rectal surgeon. She treats patients of all ages, focusing on nonsurgical options first and surgery as a second choice. She believes in listening to her patients, understanding their concerns, and helping them achieve their goals.
Chen is an assistant professor in the Department of Surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston.
She’s a member of several professional organizations, including the American Medical Association, the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, the Harris County Medical Society, and the Texas Medical Association.
She has received numerous awards throughout her career, including Castle Connelly Top Doctors 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016; Vitals Patients Choice Award 2013; Health & Fitness Sports Magazine’s Doctor’s Choice 2009; and the Consumer Research Council of America’s Top Physicians 2004-2005.
Outside of work, Chen enjoys knitting, karate, yoga, and spending time with …her husband and two children.

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accepting new patients
4.6

30 Ratings
34 years of experience
24 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Yale University School Of Medicine
14 written reviews
2 specialties
11 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Female

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Dr Chen is AMAZING!

August 27th, 2020

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She was excellent and her office staff was very professional and communicated all procedures properly. They also called after procedure and asked how I was doing.

August 22nd, 2019

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It has been years but I have a very high opinion of my experience with Dr. Chen.

May 22nd, 2016

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Dr. Chen is an outstanding physician ! She seems concerned and caring. What I thought would be an unpleasant experience wasn't too bad.

November 6th, 2015

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Dr. Chen is one of the most extraordinary doctors I've ever dealt with. I had surgery a few weeks ago and she's proven to be not only a phenomenal doctor, but a phenomenal human being, as well. Never did I feel as though I was simply another patient. She is attentive and compassionate. I knew I'd found the right doctor, from the moment I met her. Dr. Chen is definitely worthy of a five star, rating.

March 12th, 2015

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Outstanding doctor

February 3rd, 2015

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The care I received from Dr. Chen was great. She is genuinely concerned and listens attentively. I will definitely use her in the future as well!

September 30th, 2013

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Very pleasant and professional. My experience at Northwest was excellent!!!

August 25th, 2013

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Lisa Chen is awesome and I refer patients to her regularly. She is a great listener.

April 9th, 2013

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Dr.Chen is an extremely warm and professional physician. Her skills are second to none. I have the utmost respect for her and would not hesitate to refer patients to her.

February 20th, 2012

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UT Physicians Colon and Rectal Clinic at Peakwood

800 Peakwood Dr Ste 2CHouston, TX 77090

Tel: (713) 486-4650

Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

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Dr. Lisa Chen	Dr. Timothy Sehorn, MD	Dr. Diego C. Marines Copado, MD	Dr. Tareq Kamal, MD, MRCS, FACS, FASCRS
Colorectal Surgery	Colorectal Surgery	Colorectal Surgery	Colorectal Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.6 (30 Ratings)	4.5 (70 Ratings)	4.4 (8 Ratings)	4.7 (15 Ratings)
34 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks Spanish	Speaks English
Houston , TX	Houston , TX	Houston , TX	Houston , TX
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons	Med School: University of Texas Medical School at Houston	Med School: Universidad Autonoma de Tamaulipas	Med School: Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Columbia University College Of Physicians & SurgeonsGraduated in 1992

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Where is Dr. Lisa Chen's office located?: Dr. Lisa Chen's office is located at 800 Peakwood Dr Ste 2C, Houston, TX, 77090.

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