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Dr. James Maher, MD

Gastroenterology
3.3 (25)
Map Pin Small Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
49 years of experience

Overview of Dr. James Maher, MD

Dr. James Maher, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Houston, TX. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 49 years of experience, and is board certified in Gastroenterology. They graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital and Houston Methodist West Hospital. Dr. Maher, completed a residency at Internal Medicine|University of California Irvine Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Maher an average 3.3 star rating.

Dr. Maher works at James A Maher Jr MD in Houston, TX. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Maher's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Horizons Medical Plaza
    19255 Park Row, Houston, TX 77084 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (281) 945-5190
    Monday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    09:00 - 16:00

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  • Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital
  • Houston Methodist West Hospital

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    About Dr. James Maher, MD

    Specialties
    • Gastroenterology
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    Years of Experience
    • 49 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1497743165
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Gastroenterology Fellowship|Hepatology Fellowship|Univ of California Irvine|University Of Southern California
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Internal Medicine|University of California Irvine Medical Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • University Of California, Irvine
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    Medical Education
    • Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
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    • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
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