Summary

Dr. Polly Niravath is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in oncology and hematology. She is a breast oncologist for the Houston Methodist Cancer Center and spearheads the survivorship clinic. Her goal is to offer comprehensive care to patients, from diagnosis and treatment to long-term survivorship care. Her primary interests are breast cancer, symptom management, and aromatase inhibitor side effects. Dr. Niravath's research focuses on minimizing treatment-related side effects for breast cancer patients.

After completing her medical training at University of California at Irvine, Dr. Niravath completed both her residency and fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine. There, she received the Excellence in Teaching Award and also earned competitive grant funding for her clinical research from sources such as National Institutes of Health and National Comprehensive Cancer Network.

Dr. Niravath is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Association for Cancer Research. She is fluent in Spanish and sees patients at Houston Methodist Hospital.

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Office Location

Outpatient Center

6445 Main St # 24Houston, TX 77030

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 21 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University of California, Irvine, College of Medicine
  • 20 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Polly Niravath

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • All Savers Insurance
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Choice
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Priority Partners
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Polly Niravath has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Polly Niravath has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Breast Cancer
  • Cancer
  • Check-up
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Heartburn
  • Hepatitis C
  • Immunization
  • Leukemia
  • Metastatic Breast Cancer
  • Oncology
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University of California, Irvine, College of MedicineGraduated in 2005

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Polly Niravath accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Polly Niravath affiliated with?
Dr. Polly Niravath is affiliated with Texas Heart Institute.
What languages does Dr. Polly Niravath speak?
Dr. Polly Niravath speaks Spanish and English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Polly Niravath?
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Does Dr. Polly Niravath accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Polly Niravath accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.

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