Amelita Lourdes P. Basa
Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
8200 Wednesbury Lane Suite 380 Houston Texas, 77074About
Amelita Lourdes P. Basa, MD, maintains her own practice based out of Houston, Texas. Dr. Basa is an experienced endocrinologist of nearly 15 years, with specific clinical interest in diabetes. As an endocrinologist, Dr. Basa's main concern are the various hormones within her patient's bodies and the hormones actions and disorders in the body, including the glands that produce said hormones. Dr. Basa is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in Endocrinology; and also offers his services to Southwest Memorial Hermann Hospital. Memorial Hermann was honored as one of the nation's top rehabilitation hospitals, climbing to No. 3 in the country, in the esteemed annual U.S. News & World Report America's Best Hospitals rankings. Dr. Basa has also contributed medical articles to her field over the course of her career, as well as, international public speaking.
Education and Training
University of St. Thomas
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine-Endocrinology
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- International Public Speaking -
Internships
- Beth Israel Medical Center
Fellowships
- Baylor College of Medicine
Professional Society Memberships
- American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, The Endocrine Society, Texas Medical Association
Articles and Publications
- Has Articles Published
What do you attribute your success to?
Dedication, Patience, and Committment
Hobbies / Sports
- Basketball, Going to the Gym, Movies, Traveling
Favorite professional publications
- Journal of Clinical Endocrinology
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