Summary

Dr. Paula Hertel is a gastroenterologist who has devoted 28 years to caring for patients with digestive system disorders. They earned their medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed their residency training at Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Hertel brings expertise in treating complex liver and metabolic conditions. They are fluent in Vietnamese, Spanish, Arabic, and English, enabling them to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Hertel practices at Texas Children's Hospital in Houston, Texas, where they focus on pediatric gastroenterology. They specialize in treating nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and managing high cholesterol in children and teens. Dr. Hertel also has experience with acute fatty liver conditions that can occur during pregnancy. Their diagnostic approach includes comprehensive metabolic testing and specialized liver function assessments to provide thorough patient care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 28 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Vietnamese, Spanish, Arabic, English
  • Baylor College Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Vietnamese, Spanish, Arabic, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Houston , TXMontgomery , ALLittle Rock , ARSACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: Georgia State University Med School: University of Central Arkansas Med School: New York University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Paula Marie Hertel

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Driscoll Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Empire Plan
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Parkland Community Health Plan
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Paula Marie Hertel has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Paula Marie Hertel has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Baylor College Of Medicine

Medical School

University Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated in 1998

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Dr. Paula Hertel's office is located at 6701 Fannin St, Houston, TX, 77030.
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