Kumar Alagappan
Emergency Physician
MD Anderson Houston Texas, 77030About
Dr. Kumar Alagappan practices Emergency Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Alagappan assesses patients who seek immediate medical attention at any time of day or night. Emergency Medicine Physicians are trained to efficiently work with each patient and situation no matter how acute or life-threatening. Dr. Alagappan examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Albert Einstein College of Medicine M.D 1982
Board Certification
American Board of Emergency Medicine
Provider Details
Kumar Alagappan's Expert Contributions
Should you go to the ER for pancreatitis?
YES!!!! READ MORE
When should you go to the ER for gastritis?
Severe pain READ MORE
Can you be hospitalized for gastritis?
Yes, if it is severe enough READ MORE
When should I take my child to the ER for an allergic reaction?
Depends how severe. If there is any airway involvement- then yes READ MORE
Should I go to ER for stitches?
Better to or else an urgent care center. READ MORE
How do you handle an anxiety attack?
Breathe into a brown paper bag and try to slow down your breathing READ MORE
Do you have to go to the hospital for a heart attack?
YES! READ MORE
What do you do for a severe acid reflux attack?
Drink seltzer water READ MORE
What to do next?
You should go to the ER! Need to have blood work and physical READ MORE
Should you go to the emergency room for kidney stones?
If the pain is intolerable READ MORE
How do you know if a dog bite is serious?
They should be evaluated by a medical professional. Immunization records need to be reviewed for both the patient and the dog. Plus the wound needs to be evaluated for repair and/or antibiotics READ MORE
Do you need to get a tetanus shot after a dog bite?
If it has been more than 5 years from your last tetanus shot- yes READ MORE
What will the ER do for a foot injury?
You may need a splint and pain medicine READ MORE
Can you live a normal life after heart valve replacement?
Yes! READ MORE
Can you go to urgent care for stomach pains?
Most definitely. If it is an abnormal exam or labs, you will be referred for further evaluation. READ MORE
Can urgent care treat broken bones?
Yes. READ MORE
When should I go to the ER for a bleeding ulcer?
If you get dizzy or light headed READ MORE
What can the ER do for severe sciatica?
Pain meds and a referral READ MORE
Laceration on forehead?
Bad idea READ MORE
Will the ER do an MRI for back pain?
Unless you have objective physical findings, very unlikely READ MORE
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Professor MD Anderson 2015 - 2018
Areas of research
Tetanus, International Emergency Medicine, Oncologic Emergency MedicineKumar Alagappan's Practice location
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