Overview
Dr. Irvin Sulapas earned his medical degree at Ross University School of Medicine in Barbados and completed his residency and fellowship at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock. Dr. Sulapas is board certified in family medicine and has a certificate of added qualifications in sports medicine. In practice since 2010, he treats patients 12 years and older. His primary clinical interests are primary care, sports medicine, and concussion. An assistant professor in the Department of Family and Community Medicine at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, Dr. Sulapas also serves as team physician for the Houston Dynamo FC, University of St. Thomas and Houston Roughnecks as well as medical captain for the Chevron Houston Marathon. He was the former team physician for Texas Southern University and the Houston Sabercats. His patients describe Dr. Sulapas as thorough, understanding, knowledgeable and someone they feel comfortable talking to. They value how he explains conditions clearly, listens to concerns, reviews medical histories thoroughly, answers questions fully and doesn’t rush through appointments.
His clinical expertise encompasses Concussion and Tendinitis.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Sulapas is currently accepting new patients.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
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- MEDICARE SNP
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Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Sulapas 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.
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Irvin Sulapas
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Irvin Sulapas?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Irvin Sulapas by calling their office at 713-486-1700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Irvin Sulapas a top-rated expert for Concussion?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Irvin Sulapas is classified as an Experienced expert for Concussion, 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. Irvin Sulapas specialize in?
While Dr. Irvin Sulapas is a Family Medicine, they have specific expertise in Concussion, Tendinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Family Medicine.
Does Dr. Irvin Sulapas participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Irvin Sulapas has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Concussion. You can view a list of Dr. Irvin Sulapas's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Irvin Sulapas accept my insurance?
Dr. Irvin Sulapas accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-486-1700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- ConcussionDr. Sulapas isExperienced. Learn about Concussion.
- TendinitisDr. Sulapas isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.