Overview
Dr. Silen Pahlavan earned her undergraduate degree in biology and French from Texas A&M University and her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in Dominica. She completed her internship at Louisiana State University in Shreveport and her pediatric residency at Baylor College of Medicine-affiliated Texas Children’s Hospital and Ben Taub Hospital. Dr. Pahlavan is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and a member of the Clinical and Administrative Advisory Committee for the Texas Children’s Health Plan. Her primary clinical interests are child growth, development and nutrition. She speaks Farsi and Spanish. She believes that pediatrics is a partnership among the patient, family and physician. She wants families to trust her and know that she will treat every child as her own. The most satisfying part of her job is watching babies grow into beautiful young people. Outside of her practice, Dr. Pahlavan enjoys art, traveling (Hawaii is a favorite destination!), spending time with her husband and two elementary-age sons, and decorating cupcakes with fondant figurines.
Dr. Pahlavan is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Herpangina, Diarrhea, and Developmental Dysphasia Familial.
Dr. Pahlavan is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Silen Pahlavan
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Silen Pahlavan?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Silen Pahlavan by calling their office at 713-455-7777. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Silen Pahlavan a top-rated expert for Obesity in Children?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Silen Pahlavan is classified as an Advanced expert for Obesity in Children, 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. Silen Pahlavan specialize in?
While Dr. Silen Pahlavan is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Obesity in Children, Herpangina, and Diarrhea. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Silen Pahlavan accept my insurance?
Dr. Silen Pahlavan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-455-7777 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- HerpanginaDr. Pahlavan isAdvanced. Learn about Herpangina.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Pahlavan isAdvanced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- Experienced
- Asthma in ChildrenDr. Pahlavan isExperienced. Learn about Asthma in Children.
- Autism Spectrum DisorderDr. Pahlavan isExperienced. Learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- CroupDr. Pahlavan isExperienced. Learn about Croup.
- Developmental Dysphasia FamilialDr. Pahlavan isExperienced. Learn about Developmental Dysphasia Familial.
- DiarrheaDr. Pahlavan isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Eyelid BumpDr. Pahlavan isExperienced. Learn about Eyelid Bump.