Expertise in
10
conditions

Dr. Douglas S. Fishman

Pediatric Gastroenterology
Texas Childrens Hospital
6621 Fannin St, 
Houston, TX 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
10
conditions
Texas Childrens Hospital
6621 Fannin St, 
Houston, TX 

Overview

Douglas Fishman is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas.

Dr. Fishman is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 130 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Fishman is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Pediatric Gastroenterology

Licenses

Pediatrics in MA

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Community Health Choice
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
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Health Care Services Corporation
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Neighborhood
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Superior Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Tufts
  • HMO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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Locations

Texas Childrens Hospital
6621 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

1 Clinical Trials

Consortium for the Study of Chronic Pancreatitis, Diabetes, and Pancreatic Cancer (CPDPC) CPDPC16-03 Pediatric Longitudinal Cohort Study of Chronic Pancreatitis
Consortium for the Study of Chronic Pancreatitis, Diabetes, and Pancreatic Cancer (CPDPC) CPDPC16-03 Pediatric Longitudinal Cohort Study of Chronic Pancreatitis
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: November 06, 2020
Intervention Type: Diagnostic test, Behavioral

130 Total Publications

Diagnostic Performance of Fecal Elastase and Risk Factors for Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency in Children with Pancreatitis: An INSPPIRE-2 Study.
Diagnostic Performance of Fecal Elastase and Risk Factors for Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency in Children with Pancreatitis: An INSPPIRE-2 Study.
Journal: The Journal of pediatrics
Published: December 18, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Douglas S. Fishman

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Douglas S. Fishman?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Douglas S. Fishman by calling their office at 832-822-3131. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Douglas S. Fishman a top-rated expert for Childhood Pancreatitis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Douglas S. Fishman is classified as an Elite expert for Childhood Pancreatitis, 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. Douglas S. Fishman specialize in?

While Dr. Douglas S. Fishman is a Pediatric Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Childhood Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, and Hereditary Pancreatitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Douglas S. Fishman participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Douglas S. Fishman has published 130 articles and abstracts on conditions like Childhood Pancreatitis. You can view a list of Dr. Douglas S. Fishman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Douglas S. Fishman accept my insurance?

Dr. Douglas S. Fishman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 832-822-3131 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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