Overview
Dr. Stephen Fletcher earned his medical degrees at the University of North Texas Health Science Center’s Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his neurosurgery residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) Medical School/Hermann Hospital and Oklahoma State University/Oklahoma Osteopathic Hospital. He also completed a fellowship in pediatric neurosurgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School/Dallas Children’s Hospital. Board certified in neurosurgery, Dr. Fletcher’s primary clinical interests are brain tumors and vascular disorders in children. His research interests include Chiari Malformation, brain tumors in humans and animals, congenital anomalies and fetal neurosurgery. He serves as associate professor in the Department of Pediatric Surgery at the McGovern Medical School at UTHealth. He treats patients from fetus to young adulthood and some adults. In practice since 1980, Dr. Fletcher formerly was the chief of surgery at Kingwood Medical Center. Dr. Fletcher’s practice philosophy is based on seeing patients in an expeditious manner and providing the highest standard of care possible. He is highly accessible and spends time with patients, helping them to understand their conditions. His practice offers an entire spectrum of pediatric neurosurgery, including fetal surgery. A plus for his patients is his association with UTHealth, as well as his ongoing research in a variety of pediatric neurosurgery problems. A resident of Houston, Dr. Fletcher is married and has three children and five grandchildren. His favorite leisure activities are flying, swimming and biking.
Dr. Fletcher is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelomeningocele, Hydrocephalus, Dandy-Walker Syndrome, Thrombectomy, and Endoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 38 peer reviewed articles.
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Dr. Fletcher 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Stephen Fletcher
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Stephen Fletcher?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Stephen Fletcher by calling their office at 832-325-7242. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Stephen Fletcher a top-rated expert for Myelomeningocele?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Stephen Fletcher is classified as an Elite expert for Myelomeningocele, 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. Stephen Fletcher specialize in?
While Dr. Stephen Fletcher is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Myelomeningocele, Hydrocephalus, and Dandy-Walker Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Stephen Fletcher participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Stephen Fletcher has published 38 articles and abstracts on conditions like Myelomeningocele. You can view a list of Dr. Stephen Fletcher's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Stephen Fletcher accept my insurance?
Dr. Stephen Fletcher accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 832-325-7242 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- MyelomeningoceleDr. Fletcher isElite. Learn about Myelomeningocele.
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- Dandy-Walker SyndromeDr. Fletcher isAdvanced. Learn about Dandy-Walker Syndrome.
- HydrocephalusDr. Fletcher isAdvanced. Learn about Hydrocephalus.
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- Abdominal Cystic LymphangiomaDr. Fletcher isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Cystic Lymphangioma.
- AchondroplasiaDr. Fletcher isExperienced. Learn about Achondroplasia.
- Arachnoid CystsDr. Fletcher isExperienced. Learn about Arachnoid Cysts.
- Atresia of Small IntestineDr. Fletcher isExperienced. Learn about Atresia of Small Intestine.
- Binder's SyndromeDr. Fletcher isExperienced. Learn about Binder's Syndrome.
- Brain AbscessDr. Fletcher isExperienced. Learn about Brain Abscess.