Summary

Dr. Ruaa Al-Ward specializes in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism, bringing 17 years of dedicated experience to hormone and metabolic health care. She earned her medical degree and completed her residency at McLaren Hospital through Michigan State University in Lansing, Michigan. Dr. Al-Ward pursued advanced fellowship training at two prestigious institutions: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science in 2018, followed by additional fellowship training at Baylor College of Medicine in 2022. She maintains board certification through the American Board of Internal Medicine and communicates fluently in both English and Arabic.

Dr. Al-Ward practices with Houston Methodist Academic Medicine Associates - Endocrinology in Houston, Texas. Her clinical expertise focuses on complex pituitary conditions, including pituitary tumors, prolactinoma, and hypopituitarism. She performs specialized diagnostic procedures such as cortisol blood tests, cortisol urine tests, and overnight dexamethasone suppression tests to evaluate hormone function. Patients consistently rate her care highly, with an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 17 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Arabic
  • Baylor College of Medicine
  • 13 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Houston Methodist Academic Medicine Associates - Endocrinology

6445 Main St # 24Houston, TX 77030
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

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17 Years of Experience 61 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Arabic Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu
Houston , TXHouston , TXBoca Raton , FLCHICAGO , IL
Med School: American Board of Internal Medicine (Board Certification) Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Medical School Med School: Aga Khan University Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ruaa Al-Ward

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Community Health Choice
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • State Farm
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Ruaa Al-Ward has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Ruaa Al-Ward has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

Ruaa Al-Ward holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine in 2022 and Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science in 2018.

Residency

Completed their residency at McLaren Hospital, Michigan State University, Lansing, Michigan in 2017.

Medical School

Graduated from American Board of Internal Medicine (Board Certification) in 2022 and Al-Nahrain University Medical College in 2009.

NPI Number

Ruaa Al-Ward's NPI number is 1629482716.

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