Dr. Samir Tuma, MD

Houston, TX

50 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Tuma, Nephrologist in Houston, TX?

Dr. Samir Tuma, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He has been practicing for over 50 years. Dr. Tuma graduated from Hadassah Medical School and completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Nephrology. Dr. Tuma is fluent in English, Arabic, and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tuma’s office at (713) 526-5105.

Where did Dr. Tuma go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Nephrology | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: The Hebrew Univ- Hadassah Med Sch- Jerusalem- Israel | Hadassah Medical School

What languages does Dr. Tuma speak?

Dr. Tuma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

Arabic
English
Hebrew

What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Tuma typically treat?

As a Nephrologist, conditions treated by Dr. Samir Tuma may include:

Please contact Dr. Tuma's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Tuma typically perform?

As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Samir Tuma may include:

Please contact Dr. Tuma's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Tuma accept my insurance?

Please contact Dr. Tuma's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

Where is Dr. Tuma's office located?

Dr. Samir Tuma's Primary Practice

1213 Hermann Dr Ste 700

Houston, TX 77004

(713) 526-5105

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What hospitals are Dr. Tuma affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Tuma has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital,Lake Charles, LA

Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked C-section surgery

What is Dr. Tuma's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Tuma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255325114.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tuma?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tuma

What is Dr. Samir Tuma's specialty?

Dr. Tuma is a Nephrologist near Houston, TX.

What does a Nephrologist do?

An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.

Is Dr. Samir Tuma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Tuma is affiliated with Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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