Overview
Dr. Joshua Samuels earned his medical degree at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine and pediatrics at the University of Rochester Medical Center in New York. He completed his fellowship in adult and pediatric nephrology and hypertension at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth in Houston. Board certified in internal medicine, pediatrics, pediatric nephrology, nephrology and hypertension, Dr. Samuels has practiced medicine since 1995. His clinical interests include hypertension and tuberous sclerosis as well as acute and chronic kidney disease. Dr. Samuels treats adults and children with kidney disease and provides thorough explanations of their conditions and treatment options. A Fellow of the American Society of Nephrology, American Academy of Pediatrics and American Society of Hematology, Dr. Samuels serves as a professor of Nephrology, director of the Hypertension Program and director of the fellowship program at McGovern Medical School.
His clinical expertise encompasses High Blood Pressure in Infants, IgA Nephropathy, Glomerulonephritis, and Nephrotic Syndrome.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 97 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Samuels is currently accepting new patients.
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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. Joshua A. Samuels
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joshua A. Samuels?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joshua A. Samuels by calling their office at 713-486-6760. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joshua A. Samuels a top-rated expert for High Blood Pressure in Infants?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joshua A. Samuels is classified as an Experienced expert for High Blood Pressure in Infants, 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. Joshua A. Samuels specialize in?
While Dr. Joshua A. Samuels is a Pediatric Nephrology, they have specific expertise in High Blood Pressure in Infants, IgA Nephropathy, and Glomerulonephritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Nephrology.
Does Dr. Joshua A. Samuels participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joshua A. Samuels has published 97 articles and abstracts on conditions like High Blood Pressure in Infants. You can view a list of Dr. Joshua A. Samuels's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joshua A. Samuels accept my insurance?
Dr. Joshua A. Samuels accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-486-6760 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- GlomerulonephritisDr. Samuels isExperienced. Learn about Glomerulonephritis.
- High Blood Pressure in InfantsDr. Samuels isExperienced. Learn about High Blood Pressure in Infants.
- IgA NephropathyDr. Samuels isExperienced. Learn about IgA Nephropathy.
- Nephrotic SyndromeDr. Samuels isExperienced. Learn about Nephrotic Syndrome.