Overview
Houston native Dr. Michael Todd Wood received an undergraduate degree and an MBA from Rice University. He earned his medical degree from McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), where he also completed his internship and residency in surgery. Dr. Wood, who has been in practice since 1996, is board certified in general surgery and specializes in minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery. His clinical interests include various cancers, including colon, skin and breast cancers; hernia repair; laparoscopic fundoplication; and transoral incisionless fundoplication to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease. Dr. Wood also performs thyroid and parathyroid surgery, gallbladder removal and gastric neurostimulator placement for severe gastroparesis. Recognized for his surgical experience, Dr. Wood is committed to providing patient-oriented care in a warm and compassionate environment. His patients trust his decisions and appreciate his attention to patient education. They say he explains conditions well, listens carefully, answers questions thoroughly, discusses treatment options and doesn’t rush through appointments.
Dr. Wood is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael Wood
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Wood?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael Wood by calling their office at 713-772-1200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael Wood a top-rated expert for Gallbladder Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael Wood is classified as an Advanced expert for Gallbladder Disease, 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. Michael Wood specialize in?
While Dr. Michael Wood is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, and Choledocholithiasis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Michael Wood accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael Wood accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-772-1200 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.
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- CellulitisDr. Wood isAdvanced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Wood isAdvanced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Wood isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Wood isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Wood isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- HerniaDr. Wood isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia.
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- Acute PancreatitisDr. Wood isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Wood isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Wood isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Wood isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- ColostomyDr. Wood isExperienced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Wood isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.