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Dr. Dexter Turnquest, MD

Bariatric Surgery*
4.4 (62)
Map Pin Small Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Dexter Turnquest, MD

Dr. Dexter Turnquest, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Houston, TX. They specialize in Bariatric Surgery, has 35 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine and is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe and HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest. Dr. Turnquest, completed a residency at University Texas. Patients rated Dr. Turnquest an average 4.4 star rating.

Dr. Turnquest works at Turnquest Surgical Solutions in Houston, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Obesity along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept UnitedHealthCare as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Turnquest's Office Locations

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    Turnquest Surgical Solutions
    17070 Red Oak Dr Ste 101, Houston, TX 77090 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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    Phone Icon (936) 278-3660
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    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 15:00
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    Turnquest Surgical Solutions
    18220 State Highway 249 Ste 360, Houston, TX 77070 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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    Phone Icon (210) 512-0440
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 15:00

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Obesity
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Sleeve Gastrectomy
Gallbladder Removal
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Abdominal Pain
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Baker’s Cyst
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bile Duct Disorders
Boil
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Breast Cancer
Breast Diseases
Breast Lump
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Chronic Non-Healing Wounds
Colitis
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Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colon Disorders
Colon Polyp
Colorectal Cancer
Common Bile Duct Stone
Constipation
Diverticulitis
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Dysphagia
Endocrine Disorders
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Gallbladder Diseases
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastroparesis
Goiter
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Gynecologic Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diseases
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Laceration
Lipomas
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Liver Diseases and Disorders
Lung Cancer
Myeloma
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Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Pancreatic Cancer
Pancreatic Cystic Lesions
Pancreatitis
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Primary Peritoneal Cancer
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rib Fracture
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Secondary Malignancies
Skin Cancer
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Disease
Thyroid Nodule
Umbilical Hernia
Vaginal Fistula
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Wounds
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Abscess Incision and Drainage
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Biopsy of Breast
Breast Lift Surgery
Colectomy
Colostomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision
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Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hemodialysis and IV Access Surgery
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Adrenal Surgery
Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux Surgery
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Colectomy
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Revision Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Laparoscopic Sigmoidectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
Parathyroidectomy
Port Placements or Replacements
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Skin Grafts
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracentesis
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Vagotomy
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Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair
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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.4
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    About Dr. Dexter Turnquest, MD

    Specialties*
    • Bariatric Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 35 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1720081938
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University Texas
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University Texas
    Residency
    Internship
    • University Texas
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Florida College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe
    • HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Dexter Turnquest, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Turnquest is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Turnquest has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Turnquest works at Turnquest Surgical Solutions in Houston, TX. View the full address on Dr. Turnquest’s profile.

    Dr. Turnquest has seen patients for Obesity, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Turnquest on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    62 patients have reviewed Dr. Turnquest. The overall rating for this provider is 4.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Turnquest.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Turnquest, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Turnquest appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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