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Dr. Nicole Tapia, MD

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Dr. Nicole Tapia, MD
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Dr. Nicole Tapia, MD is a General Surgeon in Houston, TX.
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Dr. Nicole Tapia, MD

General Surgery*
Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
16 years of experience
Dr. Nicole Tapia, MD is a General Surgeon in Houston, TX.
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Dr. Tapia graduated from Ut Health Sciences Center At San Antonio. Dr. Nicole Tapia, MD is a General Surgeon in Houston, TX and has 16 years experience. Dr. Tapia currently practices at Houston Methodist Department of Surgery and are affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital. Dr. Tapia has experience treating conditions like Appendicitis, Intestinal Obstruction and Ileus among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Tapia received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 6 times. Dr. Tapia's office accepts new patients. Dr. Tapia is board certified in Critical Care Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Smith Tower
    6550 Fannin St Ste 1501, Houston, TX 77030
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 441-5141
  2. 2 Comprehensive Care Center
    8520 Broadway St Ste 220, Pearland, TX 77584
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Experience and Background Check

Appendicitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Ileus
Appendicitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Ileus
Appendicitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Ileus
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Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Abdominal Pain
Bowel Strangulation
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Lipomas
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Pleural Effusion
Umbilical Hernia
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Colectomy
Gallbladder Removal
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Tracheal Surgery
Wound Repair
Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anorectal Abscess
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bladder Diverticulum
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Varices
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Fistula
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Lymphangioma
Megacolon
Mesenteric Lymphadenitis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Second-Degree Burns
Secondary Malignancies
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Appendectomy
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Bile Duct Procedure
Bunion Surgery
Colostomy
Endoscopy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Excision
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Excision of Stomach Tumor
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Hysterectomy
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Meniscus Surgery
Open Appendectomy
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Thoracentesis
Vein Treatment
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic (VATS) Lobectomy
Wedge Resection Colon

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Mar 05, 2025
Dr Tapia was excellent from the Appendix removal surgery thru the post op visit
— Mar 05, 2025
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Insurance Accepted

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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Nicole Tapia, MD is a general surgeon in Houston, TX and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Ut Health Sciences Center At San Antonio in 2009. She specializes in General Surgery.
Biography
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General Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Ut Health Sciences Center At San Antonio
    2009
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Critical Care Surgery and General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Baylor College of Medicine
    2017
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Nicole Tapia, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Tapia's profile.

Dr. Tapia frequently treats the following conditions: Appendicitis, Intestinal Obstruction and Ileus. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Nicole Tapia, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Nicole Tapia, MD holds board certification in Critical Care Surgery and General Surgery.

Dr. Tapia has over 16 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Houston Methodist Hospital

    6565 Fannin St, Houston, TX

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