
Libu Varughese
Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
5420 Dashwood Dr. Ste 301 Houston TX, 77081About
Dr. Libu Varughese practices Endocrinology in Houston, TX. Dr. Varughese specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases related to hormone imbalance, and the body's glands in the endocrine system. Endocrinologists are trained and certified to treat a variety of conditions, including menopause, diabetes, infertility, and thyroid disorders, among many others. Dr. Varughese examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Mahatma Gandhi University MBBS 2011
Creighton School of Medicine Internal Medicine 2016
Baylor College of Medicine Endocrinology 2018
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism (Internal Medicine)
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Libu Varughese's Expert Contributions
Are high blood pressure and diabetes related?
Yes, they are related in the sense that it both stems from overweight and obesity. READ MORE
Can anesthesia raise blood sugar?
There maybe some medications that can raise the blood sugars but not generally. The pain after the anesthesia wears off can lead to spikes in blood sugars READ MORE
What are the common symptoms of people with undiagnosed diabetes?
Increased urination, increased thirst, always hungry, losing weight, increased sleep, fatigue READ MORE
What are the side effects of hypothyroidism medication?
There are usually no side effects to the medications. We see side effects when there is too much or too little of the medication READ MORE
Does your emotions affect your blood sugar?
Yes it does. Stress will raise your blood sugars READ MORE
How do you manage low blood sugar in public?
Keep a hard candy in your pocket. Cake icing tubes or glucose tablets will help as well. If sugars are low, then make sure you eat something to bring it back up. READ MORE
How does the pituitary gland affect a child's growth?
Growth hormone is the hormone that helps a person grow taller and bigger. This hormone is made by the pituitary gland. So a normal working pituitary gland is essential READ MORE
Is stevia good for diabetics?
It is neither good nor bad. It's neutral. Artificial sweeteners theoretically should not raise the blood sugars. READ MORE
How do you feel when your sugar is high?
Very tired, sleepy, increased urination, increased thirst. READ MORE
How can you prevent developing diabetes?
200 minutes of exercise, low carbs in your diet such as portion control, will definitely help. Start treatment early for prediabetes will also help to prevent diabetes. READ MORE
Why do diabetics pee a lot at night?
They pee a lot at night because the excessive sugar is being filtered by the kidney into the urine. Water follows the sugars, leading to excessive peeing. READ MORE
What fruits should diabetics avoid?
Think like this. Fruits that drip with juices are worse than those that do not drip. Apples are better than watermelons. Hope that makes sense READ MORE
Is a thyroid function test painful?
Thyroid function tests are a group of blood lab tests. It is just the same as any blood work done from your arm. READ MORE
What tests should I take to see my thyroid levels?
We typically will check TSH, Free T4, and Total T3 READ MORE
Is hypothyroidism hereditary?
If it is autoimmune for the cause of hypothyroidism, then it can be hereditary. Otherwise, typically no. READ MORE
What are the treatment options for hypothyroidism?
Treatment is simple. It will be a thyroid hormone medication that you will have to take on an empty stomach once a day. It replaces the hormone that you would have normally made. Finding the correct dose will take time, but it will not be a major disruption to your life. READ MORE
Does being overweight make it harder for me to lose weight?
It is slightly harder, but not impossible. If you diet, then you will lose the weight, but you are at risk of gaining it back. If you exercise, then the weight loss from dieting with help keep it off. READ MORE
What does a thyroidectomy do to cholesterol?
Hi, Great question. Thyroidectomy is not the reason behind cholesterol levels changes. Untreated or undertreated hypothyroidism (low thyroid hormone levels) are the reasons behind elevated LDL levels and thereby increasing your cholesterol levels. Thyroidectomy leads to hypothyroidism as the thyroid gland is removed. Once thyroidectomy is done patients are usually on thyroid hormone replacement therapy. If you are on the appropriate replacement dose of thyroid hormone, then your cholesterol levels should not change from your baseline. It is advisable to see an endocrinologist for thyroid hormone replacement and other follow up. Hope this helps. READ MORE
How can I stop taking diabetes medication?
Typically you will need to need to do this in conjunction with a diabetes specialist to avoid complications. One study showed that a diabetes went into remission when patients lost about 30 pounds. READ MORE
What is worse to have diabetes type 1 or 2?
In my opinion, Type 1 is worse to have since it is permanent. Type 2 can be controlled with lifestyle changes and further guidance from your local endocrine expert. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Rising Star 2 Super Doctors
Professional Memberships
- Harris County Medical Society
- Texas Medical Association
Libu Varughese's Practice location
Endocrine & Diabetes Plus Clinic of Houston
5420 Dashwood Dr. Ste 301 -Houston, TX 77081Get Direction
Endocrine & Diabetes Plus Clinic, Memorial City
915 Gessner Rd. Ste 170 -Houston, Tx 77024Get Direction
Endocrine & Diabetes Plus Clinic of Houston
1441 Highway 6 100 -Sugarland, TX 77478Get Direction
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Get to know Endocrinologist Dr. Libu Varughese, who serves patients in Houston, Texas.
Named to the 2020 Texas Super Doctors Rising Stars and a Top Endocrinologist in Houston by America’s Best Doctors, Dr. Varughese tends to patients at Diabetes Plus Clinic PLLC, where he works alongside Dr. Jongoh Kim.
With offices in the Bellaire area and Memorial City, Diabetes Plus Clinic PLLC offers care for all endocrine disorders, including diabetes, thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disease, low testosterone, and pituitary disease, among others. Patients of Dr. Varughese respect him for his genuine concern for their health, as well as his easy-going and personable manner.
An active member of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, the doctor is board-certified in internal medicine and endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism by the American Board of Internal Medicine, a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world. He is also affiliated with Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center.
A native Houstonian, Dr. Varughese attended medical school at the age of 16 at Mahatma Gandhi University in India. He then relocated to the United States, completing his residency in internal medicine at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Centre in Phoenix. During his training, he served as Internal Medicine Chief Resident and Co-chair for the American College of Physicians Council of Resident/Fellow Members.
With a strong desire to improve access to healthcare, he was featured in the Catholic Health World newsletter as part of a team of training physicians who were finding various approaches to overcoming obstacles that faced the chronically ill, as well as working in several community outreach clinics during his training.
Thereafter, he completed his fellowship in endocrinology at Baylor College of Medicine in his hometown of Houston, where he trained at St. Luke’s Hospital, MD Anderson Hospital, and Texas Children’s Hospital. Throughout his training, his research focus was in diabetes medication and its effect on inflammation and endothelial dysfunction. However, Dr. Varughese also spent a considerable amount of time managing thyroid disease, cancer, adrenal and pituitary disease, as well as testosterone deficiency.
Endocrinology is a branch of biology and medicine dealing with the endocrine system, its diseases, and its specific secretions known as hormones. Endocrinologists have the training to diagnose and treat hormone imbalances and problems by helping to restore the normal balance of hormones in the body. The common diseases and disorders of the endocrine system that endocrinologists deal with include diabetes mellitus, as well as adrenal, pituitary, and thyroid disorders, among others.
In his spare time, Dr. Varughese loves to do DIY home improvements projects, spend time with family, teach Sunday school at church, and work with the church youth ministry. He is a resident of Missouri City.
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