Summary

Dr. Tareq Kamal is a board certified and fellowship trained colon & rectal surgeon. He specializes in the surgical treatment of colorectal disease.

Dr. Kamal earned his medical degree from the Royal College of Surgeons in Dublin, Ireland. He completed his General Surgery residency at the University of Illinois Metropolitan Group Hospitals Program in Chicago, Illinois and completed his Colorectal Surgery Fellowship at Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Dr. Kamal’s clinical interests include Minimally invasive robotic and laparoscopic colorectal surgery, anorectal surgery, colonoscopy for colorectal cancer screening and polypectomy, transanal minimally-invasive surgery for rectal tumors (Robotic TAMIS), benign and malignant colorectal disease, colon and rectal cancer with sphincter preservation surgeries, diverticulitis, IBD (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), rectal prolapse, anorectal disease (hemorrhoids, anal fistula, fissure, anorectal abscess, anal cancer) and pilonidal disease.

Houston Methodist

The surgeons of Houston Methodist Department of Surgery provide specialized care for each individual patient. With diverse expertise and experience, our team provides comprehensive care, customizable to fit each patient’s treatment plans and needs. With a collaborative approach, our doctors and support teams are equipped with the most advanced medical technology and treatment methodologies available to offer surgical care that can optimize both success and comfort for every patient.
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Office Location

Medical Office Building 1

18400 Katy Fwy Ste 560Houston, TX 77094
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

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
  • 12 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

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. Tareq Kamal

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Choice
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Renaissance
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Tareq Kamal has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Tareq Kamal has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Banding
  • Bowel Resection
  • Colon & Rectal Surgery
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colonoscopy
  • Diverticulitis
  • Hemorrhoidectomy
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Rectal Bleeding
  • Rectal Pain

Certifications, License, & Education

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Tareq Kamal accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Tareq Kamal has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Tareq Kamal speak?
Dr. Tareq Kamal speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Tareq Kamal affiliated with?
Dr. Tareq Kamal is affiliated with Mymichigan Medical Center Saginaw.
Does Dr. Tareq Kamal accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Tareq Kamal accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tareq Kamal?
You can find contact information for Dr. Tareq Kamal here on Vitals.

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