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Endocrinologists Accepting First Health in Houston, TX

27 verified endocrinologists in Houston, Texas accept First Health. Profiles cover focus areas including Thyroid Disorders, Bone & Mineral Metabolism, and Lipid Disorders. Common hospital affiliations include Boca Raton Regional Hospital, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, and PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend.

Steven Sherman

Steven Sherman, M.D.

Chair and Professor

Endocrinology

Houston, TX30+ years
Thyroid Disorders
Maria Cabanillas

Maria Cabanillas, M.D.

Professor, Department of Endocrine Neoplasia and Hormonal Disorders; Faculty Director of Clinical Research, Department of Endocrine Neoplasia and Hormonal Disorders

Endocrinology

Houston, TX20+ years
Thyroid Disorders
Priyanka Iyer

Priyanka Iyer, M.D.

Assistant Professor, Department of Endocrine Neoplasia and Hormonal Disorders, Division of Internal Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Endocrinology

Houston, TX15+ years
Bone & Mineral Metabolism
Medhavi Jogi

Medhavi Jogi, M.D.

Clinical Assistant Professor, Endocrinology

Endocrinology

Houston, TX20+ years
Lipid Disorders
Camilo Jimenez

Camilo Jimenez, M.D.

Professor, Department of Endocrine Neoplasia and Hormonal Disorders, Division of Internal Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Chair, International Society for Pheochromocytoma and Paraganglioma Research PRESSOR

Endocrinology

Houston, TX30+ years
Neuroendocrinology & Pituitary
Philip Orlander

Philip Orlander, M.D.

Professor of Medicine, McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston; Edward Randall Chair in Internal Medicine; Director, Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism; Associate Dean for Educational Programs and Curricular Affairs

Endocrinology

Houston, TX30+ years
Diabetes & Metabolism
Naifa Busaidy

Naifa Busaidy, M.D.

Professor, Department of Endocrine Neoplasia and Hormonal Disorders, Division of Internal Medicine; Director, Thyroid Nodule Clinic

Endocrinology

Houston, TX20+ years
Thyroid Disorders
Tiana Shiver

Tiana Shiver, MD

Endocrinology

Houston, TX30+ years
Thyroid Disorders
Kelly Wirfel

Kelly Wirfel, M.D.

Associate Professor, Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Endocrinology

Houston, TX20+ years
Bone & Mineral Metabolism
Sai-Ching Yeung

Sai-Ching Yeung, M.D. PHD

Director of Research, Department of Emergency Medicine

Endocrinology

Houston, TX30+ years
Diabetes & Metabolism
Paul Piper

Paul Piper, MD

Clinical Assistant Professor, Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Endocrinology

Houston, TX20+ years
Bone & Mineral Metabolism
Andrea Torres

Andrea Torres, MD

Endocrinology

Houston, TX20+ years
Obesity Medicine
Mandeep Bajaj

Mandeep Bajaj, M.D.

Endocrinology

Houston, TX30+ years
Diabetes & Metabolism
Spandana Brown

Spandana Brown, M.D.

Endocrinology

Houston, TX10+ years
Diabetes & Metabolism
Alice Chiu

Alice Chiu, MD

Endocrinology

Houston, TX30+ years
Thyroid Disorders
Absalon Gutierrez

Absalon Gutierrez, MD

Associate Professor, Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Endocrinology

Houston, TX20+ years
Diabetes & Metabolism
Libu Varughese

Libu Varughese, MD

Clinical Assistant Professor

Endocrinology

Houston, TX15+ years
Thyroid Disorders
Fareed Elhaj

Fareed Elhaj, MD

Clinical Assistant Professor, Endocrinology Fellowship Program

Endocrinology

Houston, TX20+ years
Bone & Mineral Metabolism
Amer Al-Karadsheh

Amer Al-Karadsheh, M.D.

Endocrinology

Houston, TX30+ years
Diabetes & Metabolism
Lavanya Sendos

Lavanya Sendos, M.D

Endocrinology

Houston, TX20+ years
Bone & Mineral Metabolism

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know these endocrinologists accept First Health?
Each profile on this page lists First Health among its accepted health plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.
What First Health plans do these endocrinologists accept?
Plan-level detail (PPO, HMO, EPO, Medicare Advantage, etc.) varies by specialists. Open a specific provider profile to see the exact First Health plans they've published as accepted.
What should I look for when picking a endocrinologist that takes First Health?
Start with clinical fit. Profiles on this page mention focus areas including Thyroid Disorders, Bone & Mineral Metabolism, and Lipid Disorders. Then verify the specific First Health plan you carry, compare credentials and affiliations, and check whether the profile mentions accepting new patients.
Are these endocrinologists accepting new patients?
Profile detail on availability varies. Open a specific profile to see what each provider has published about new-patient access and typical wait times.