
Dr. Nancy E Hughes MD
Internist
1515 Tremont St Galveston TX, 77550About
Dr. Nancy Hughes is an internist practicing in Galveston, TX. Dr. Hughes specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Hughes provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Univ of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx 1994
Texas A&M University, TX 1994
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Urinary Tract Infection (uti)
- Vascular Disease
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Nearby Providers
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- Dr. Dorothy F Merritt M.D.6807 EMMETT F LOWRY EXPY TEXAS CITY TX 77591
- Dr. Brent Christopher Kelly MD301 University Blvd Galveston TX 77555
- Dr. Megan Anne Berman MD301 University Blvd Galveston TX 77555
- Dr. Viola V. Anderson M.D.7111 Medical Center Drive Texas City TX 77591
- Dr. Nehme Alkarra MD6807 Emmett F Lowry Expy Texas City TX 77591
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815 MARKET STREET GALVESTON TX 77550