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Family Medicine Doctors in Houston, TX

Family doctors care for people of every age, from children to grandparents, and are often the first stop for any health question. Below are 30 family medicine doctors with a practice in Houston, Texas, from the federal NPI Registry, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Family Medicine Doctors in Houston

  1. Jennifer Chong, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77063
  2. Alvaro R. Garcia, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77029
  3. Juanita R. Arcilla, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77011
  4. Rudolph M. Marin, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77019
  5. John M. Ma, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77098
  6. Isabel Martinez, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77074
  7. Pamela B. Atkins, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77004
  8. Kathryn Abraham, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77074
  9. Guillermo Acevedo Family Medicine Houston, TX 77022
  10. Jessica Garcia, DO Family Medicine Houston, TX 77065
  11. Kemka Hekerem, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77030
  12. Lisa M. Morkos, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77030
  13. Abbas H. Al Alawi, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77030
  14. Nixcela Ares-Valdes, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77055
  15. Amy E. Chen, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77096
  16. Anup H. Sanghvi, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77041
  17. Zohaib Ahmed, DO Family Medicine Houston, TX 77014
  18. Yupo J. Chang, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77042
  19. Bich N. Dang, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77030
  20. Jenny J. Bao, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77096
  21. Nicole Azuogu, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77054
  22. Anda Badea, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77074
  23. Barry A. Martin, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77051
  24. Lisa Danek, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77018
  25. Lisa Davis, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77018
  26. Natalia R. Maani, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77035
  27. Swarajya L. Pabbisetty, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77028
  28. Ramesh D. Shah, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77057
  29. Alishka Abioye, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77079
  30. Latha M. Brubaker, MD Family Medicine Houston, TX 77079

Listings come from the CMS NPPES NPI Registry, the public federal record of licensed providers, checked October 2026. Being listed is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and we do not receive anything from these doctors. Call the office to confirm insurance, availability and that they are accepting new patients. In an emergency, call 911.

When to see a family medicine doctor

Common reasons

  • Check-ups and preventive care for the whole family
  • Colds, infections and minor injuries
  • Long-term conditions
  • Children's and women's health
  • Referrals to specialists

Signs it may be time

  • You want one doctor for your whole household
  • Something new has come up and you are not sure who to see
  • You need a referral to a specialist
  • You are due for a check-up or screening

How to get the most from your family medicine doctor visit

1

Before: what to bring

  • A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often
  • Your insurance card and photo ID
  • Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them
  • Vaccination records, especially for children
2

During: questions to ask

  • Is this something you can treat, or should I see a specialist?
  • What screenings am I due for at my age?
  • What would make you want to see me sooner?
  • How do I reach the office between visits?
3

After: what to keep track of

  • New symptoms and when they started
  • How you feel after any change your doctor suggested
  • Questions as they come up, so none are forgotten

After your visit

Keep the plan going between appointments

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  • Log symptoms and side effects by talking
  • Answers that name their source
  • One-page visit summary PDF
  • Health records stay on your iPhone
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Questions

How do I find a family medicine doctor in Houston?

This page lists 30 family medicine doctors with a practice in Houston, Texas (ZIP codes 77004, 77011, 77014, 77018, 77019, 77022 and more), from the federal NPI Registry. Call the office to confirm they take your insurance and are accepting new patients.

Do I need a referral to see a family medicine doctor in Houston?

It depends on your insurance plan, not the state. HMO plans usually need a referral from your primary care doctor; many PPO plans do not. Check with your plan before booking.

What should I bring to my first family medicine doctor appointment?

A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often; Your insurance card and photo ID; Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them; Vaccination records, especially for children.

Can a family medicine doctor be my primary care doctor?

Yes. Family medicine doctors are primary care doctors for people of all ages.

Do family doctors see children?

Yes. Unlike internists, family medicine doctors are trained to care for children as well as adults.

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