Summary

Dr. Ruaa Al-Ward is an endocrinologist specializing in diabetes and metabolism with 17 years of experience treating hormone-related conditions. 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, completing programs at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science in 2018 and Baylor College of Medicine in 2022. She holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine and is fluent in both Arabic and English.

Dr. Al-Ward practices at Houston Methodist Academic Medicine Associates in Houston, Texas, where she focuses on comprehensive endocrine care. She treats patients with thyroid disorders like hypothyroidism and helps manage complex cases involving altered mental status related to hormonal imbalances. Her expertise extends to caring for patients experiencing altered levels of consciousness that may stem from metabolic or endocrine causes. Patients consistently rate Dr. Al-Ward highly for her care, giving her an average rating of 5.0 stars.
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Quick Facts

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

Awards

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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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Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
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17 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Arabic, English Speaks Arabic, English Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu
Houston , TXHouston , TXHouston , TXChicago , IL
Med School: American Board of Internal Medicine (Board Certification) Med School: American University of Beirut Medical Center (AUBMC) Med School: West Virginia University School of Medicine - Physician Assistant program 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 expired medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired 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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Ruaa Al-Ward's office is located at 6445 Main St # 24, Houston, TX, 77030.
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