Overview
Dr. Herrera completed her undergraduate studies at Houston Baptist University and her medical degree at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth, in Houston. She was chief resident in the Memorial Family Medicine program of Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital, where she completed her residency training.With a background in clinical research, Dr. Herrera’s special interests include treating diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, asthma and allergies.Fluent in Spanish, Dr. Herrera offers well-woman exams as well as preventive care with yearly physicals, colonoscopies and mammograms.Dr. Herrera resides in Sugar Land, where she enjoys the pace of semi-rural community life, and garage sale shopping on a weekly basis. She likes outdoor activities, fishing, regular exercise, and spending quality time with her husband and daughter.
Her clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Sitosterolemia, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 29 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Herrera is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
7789 Southwest Fwy, Suite 350, Houston, TX 77074
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Carmen Herrera
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Carmen Herrera?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Carmen Herrera by calling their office at 713-778-4450. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Carmen Herrera a top-rated expert for High Cholesterol?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Carmen Herrera is classified as an Experienced expert for High Cholesterol, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Carmen Herrera specialize in?
While Dr. Carmen Herrera is a Family Medicine, they have specific expertise in High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Sitosterolemia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Family Medicine.
Does Dr. Carmen Herrera participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Carmen Herrera has published 29 articles and abstracts on conditions like High Cholesterol. You can view a list of Dr. Carmen Herrera's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Carmen Herrera accept my insurance?
Dr. Carmen Herrera accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-778-4450 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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