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.
Dr. Samuels is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Tuberous Sclerosis, High Blood Pressure in Infants, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 94 peer reviewed articles.
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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 Samuels
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joshua Samuels?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joshua Samuels by calling their office at 832-325-6516. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joshua Samuels a top-rated expert for Hypertension?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joshua Samuels is classified as an Distinguished expert for Hypertension, 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 Samuels specialize in?
While Dr. Joshua Samuels is a Pediatric Nephrology, they have specific expertise in Hypertension, Tuberous Sclerosis, and High Blood Pressure in Infants. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Nephrology.
Does Dr. Joshua Samuels participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joshua Samuels has published 94 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hypertension. You can view a list of Dr. Joshua 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 Samuels accept my insurance?
Dr. Joshua Samuels accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 832-325-6516 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- HypertensionDr. Samuels isDistinguished. Learn about Hypertension.
- Tuberous SclerosisDr. Samuels isDistinguished. Learn about Tuberous Sclerosis.
- Experienced
- Acute Nephritic SyndromeDr. Samuels isExperienced. Learn about Acute Nephritic Syndrome.
- Chronic Kidney DiseaseDr. Samuels isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Kidney Disease.
- Congenital Nephrotic SyndromeDr. Samuels isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome.
- Feingold SyndromeDr. Samuels isExperienced. Learn about Feingold Syndrome.
- GastroschisisDr. Samuels isExperienced. Learn about Gastroschisis.
- GlomerulonephritisDr. Samuels isExperienced. Learn about Glomerulonephritis.