Overview
A native Houstonian, Dr. Cheng-huai Ruan graduated from Texas A&M University in College Station and received his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in Dominica, West Indies. He completed his residency in internal medicine at New York-Presbyterian/Queens Hospital where he served as chief resident and was named physician mentor of the year by his peers. Board certified in internal medicine, Dr. Ruan specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a broad spectrum of chronic illnesses to emergent medical care for patients 13 years and older. His clinical interests include internal medicine and diabetes. He has created a diabetes reversal program that uses food as medicine. Fluent in Mandarin, Dr. Ruan stresses the importance of knowledge and education. He is passionate about empowering his patients to optimize their health and lower their risk of disease. A strong advocate of open patient-physician communication, Dr. Ruan is accessible through many avenues,including social media. Dr. Ruan and his wife live in Bellaire with their two daughters. In his spare time, he enjoys basketball and football.
Dr. Ruan is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Malabsorption, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome, Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency, and Hip Replacement.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Ruan is currently accepting new patients.
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Dr. Ruan has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Cheng-huai Ruan
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Cheng-huai Ruan?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Cheng-huai Ruan by calling their office at 713-690-1991. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Cheng-huai Ruan a top-rated expert for Malabsorption?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Cheng-huai Ruan is classified as an Advanced expert for Malabsorption, 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. Cheng-huai Ruan specialize in?
While Dr. Cheng-huai Ruan is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Malabsorption, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, and Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.
Does Dr. Cheng-huai Ruan participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Cheng-huai Ruan has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Malabsorption. You can view a list of Dr. Cheng-huai Ruan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Cheng-huai Ruan accept my insurance?
Dr. Cheng-huai Ruan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-690-1991 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- MalabsorptionDr. Ruan isAdvanced. Learn about Malabsorption.
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- Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome
- Candida Infection of the SkinDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Candida Infection of the Skin.
- Cramp-Fasciculation SyndromeDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome.
- Cytochrome C Oxidase DeficiencyDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Cytochrome C Oxidase Deficiency.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- DrowsinessDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Drowsiness.
- EmpyemaDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Empyema.
- Excessive Daytime SleepinessDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Excessive Daytime Sleepiness.
- Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis
- Familial DysautonomiaDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Familial Dysautonomia.
- Familial HypertensionDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypertension.
- Fecal ImpactionDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Fecal Impaction.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism
- Hashimoto ThyroiditisDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Hashimoto Thyroiditis.
- High CholesterolDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about High Cholesterol.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- HomocystinuriaDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Homocystinuria.
- HypertensionDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Hypertension.
- HypothyroidismDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Hypothyroidism.
- Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder
- Long Haul COVIDDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Long Haul COVID.
- Low Blood PressureDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Low Blood Pressure.
- Memory LossDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Memory Loss.
- Methylmalonic Acidemia with Homocystinuria
- Mitochondrial Complex V DeficiencyDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- Orthostatic HypotensionDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Orthostatic Hypotension.
- Peripheral NeuropathyDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Neuropathy.
- Rabson-Mendenhall SyndromeDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Rabson-Mendenhall Syndrome.
- Retroperitoneal InflammationDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Inflammation.
- SepsisDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Sepsis.
- SinusitisDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Sinusitis.
- Stasis Dermatitis and UlcersDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers.
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)Dr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).
- Type B Insulin Resistance SyndromeDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome.
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)Dr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).
- Urinary Tract Infection in ChildrenDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Urinary Tract Infection in Children.
- Vaginal Yeast InfectionDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Vaginal Yeast Infection.
- Venous InsufficiencyDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Venous Insufficiency.
- VertigoDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Vertigo.
- Vitamin D DeficiencyDr. Ruan isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin D Deficiency.