Dr. Yaw Boamah Frimpong-Badu, MD

Dr. Yaw Frimpong-Badu is an internal medicine physician who specializes in geriatric medicine and hospital medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Ghana Medical School and completed his residency at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center. With 28 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Frimpong-Badu brings extensive knowledge to caring for adult patients, particularly older adults who require specialized attention for age-related health concerns. He speaks both English and Spanish, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Frimpong-Badu practices at Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital in Shenandoah, Texas, and maintains affiliations with several respected medical centers including Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center and HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast. His clinical expertise focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies that require immediate medical attention. He frequently orders blood …tests such as complete blood counts and chemistry panels to monitor his patients' health, along with kidney function tests to ensure proper care. Patients have rated Dr. Frimpong-Badu an average of 4.3 out of 5 on Vitals, reflecting their positive experiences with his care.