Summary

Sandra L. McKay, MD, is a dedicated, board-certified pediatrician and an associate professor at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. She leads the Division of Community and General Pediatrics and is a fellow at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy. 
McKay completed her medical degree at the University of Missouri, Columbia. She did her pediatrics residency at St. Louis University School of Medicine. 
She’s the vice chair for advocacy and the director of population health at UTHealth Houston, where she focuses on injury prevention, firearm safety, and health policy. She co-leads a National Institutes of Health project on hospital-based violence intervention and has developed essential curricula on advocacy and secure firearm storage. 
McKay is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Texas Pediatric Society. She has received numerous awards for her teaching and advocacy efforts. 
Beyond her clinical and academic work, McKay is a prolific researcher and a committed mentor, guiding future medical professionals in public health and advocacy.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 21 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Dr. Sandra L. Mckay

6410 Fannin St Ste 500Houston, TX 77030
Mon7:45 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:45 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:45 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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PediatricsPediatricsPediatricsPediatrics
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4.1 
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21 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Houston , TXFranklin , TNFranklin , TNMansfield , TX
Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine Med School: Universidad Mayor Real San Francisco Xavier de Chuquisaca Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine - Bradenton, FL campus
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sandra L. Mckay

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Sandra L. Mckay has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sandra L. Mckay has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Immunization
  • Internist/pediatrician
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Physical
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Missouri Columbia School Of MedicineGraduated in 2005

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Dr. Sandra Mckay speaks English.

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