Overview
Ian Folkert is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas.
His clinical expertise encompasses Neuroendocrine Tumor and Hepatectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 21 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
1515 Holcombe Blvd, 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ian Folkert
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ian Folkert?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ian Folkert by calling their office at 713-792-6161. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ian Folkert a top-rated expert for Neuroendocrine Tumor?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ian Folkert is classified as an Experienced expert for Neuroendocrine Tumor, 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. Ian Folkert specialize in?
While Dr. Ian Folkert is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Neuroendocrine Tumor, Hepatectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Ian Folkert participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ian Folkert has published 21 articles and abstracts on conditions like Neuroendocrine Tumor. You can view a list of Dr. Ian Folkert's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ian Folkert accept my insurance?
Dr. Ian Folkert accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-792-6161 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
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- HepatectomyDr. Folkert isExperienced. Learn about Hepatectomy.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Folkert isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.