Summary

Dr. Nizar Tannir is a medical oncologist and hematologist who brings 47 years of clinical expertise to cancer care. He completed his medical education at the American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine and pursued his residency training at Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center. His extensive experience spans nearly five decades of treating patients with blood disorders and various forms of cancer.

Dr. Tannir practices at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. He specializes in treating kidney cancer and lung cancer, including cases where the disease has spread to other parts of the body. His approach includes comprehensive blood testing to monitor patient health throughout treatment. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.4
  • 47 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center
  • 11 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Male

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4.4 
47 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Arabic, English Speaks English, Urdu Speaks English
Houston , TXHouston , TXHouston , TXHouston , TX
Med School: American University Of Beirut Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University Of Jordan Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Trinity School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nizar Muhktar Tannir

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • HealthChoice
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • KelseyCare Advantage
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Priority Health
  • Priority Health - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Nizar Muhktar Tannir has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Nizar Muhktar Tannir has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Cancer
  • Cancerous Tumor
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Germ Cell Cancer (Germ Cell and Embryonal Neoplasm)
  • Hematology
  • Hepatitis C
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Leukemia
  • Metastasis
  • Metastatic Cancer
  • Prostate Cancer (Prostatic Neoplasm)
  • Testis Cancer (Testicular Neoplasm)
  • Urogenital Cancer (Genitourinary)

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center

Medical School

American University Of Beirut Faculty Of MedicineGraduated in 1979

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Where is Dr. Nizar Tannir's office located?
Dr. Nizar Tannir's office is located at 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX, 77030.
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