Lisa Chen, M.D., F.A.C.S.

4.9 out of 5 stars

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Lisa Chen, MD

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Specialty:
Surgery – Colon and Rectal
Surgery – General
Clinical Interests:
Colon and Rectal Cancer Screening and Treatment, Hemorrhoids, Anal Fissures, Fistulas and Abscess, Incontinence, Constipation, IBS
Board Certification:
American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colon and Rectal Surgery American Board of Surgery
Surgery
Education/Training

Medical School
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, 1992

Residency
Yale New Haven Hospital, 1999

Residency
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 2000

Dr. Lisa Chen is a Professor for the Department of Surgery at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth).

Dr. Chen sees patients of all ages. She believes in listening to he patients and trying to understand their concerns and the goals they are trying to achieve. Many of her patients problems can be addressed medically, without the need for surgery.

Dr. Chen is a member of several professional organizations. She has also received numerous awards during her career including: Castle Connelly Top Doctors 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016; Vitals Patients Choice Award 2013; Health & Fitness Sports Magazine’s Doctor’s Choice 2009; Consumer Research Council of America’s Top Physicians 2004-2005.

When Dr. Chen is not caring for her patients, she enjoys knitting and spending time with her husband and two children.

30 Patient Review(s) / 191 Surveys

09/17/19
Dr. Lisa Chen was awesome. She cares for her patients.
09/05/19
Dr. Chen was very understanding; she's excellent.
08/30/19
I had a great experience with care provided she was excellent.
08/29/19
I can tell that she loved what she does she's passionate about it.
08/23/19
Dr. Chen was wonderful! Very friendly, knowledgeable and put me at ease during exam.
08/23/19
She is an amazing doctor.
08/07/19
I was amazed by the amount of time Dr. Chen spent to understand my condition, explain her approach & how to most successfully prepare for the procedure. No wasted time, but excellent listening & respectful.
07/23/19
The doctor used conversational language (as opposed to "medicaleze") and made it easy to understand the situation & treatment.
07/11/19
Love Dr.Chen!
07/03/19
Smooth.
06/28/19
The best!!
06/24/19
Dr. Lisa Chen is a very professional & friendly doctor - PA & NP are all very friendly.
06/17/19
Dr. Chen was absolutely wonderful!
06/11/19
I love Dr. Chen. She always listens with concern and explain the possible causes for my problems and how to hopefully resolve them.
06/01/19
Don't want to take medicine. Would prefer organic supplements. Was surprised to be told "aspirin doesn't work" as a blood thinner, when I've been on it for that at this Dr's. orders for 5 or so years.
05/25/19
She was amazing! Dr. Lisa Chen hardest appointment to mentally schedule and walk through and she was amazing!
05/23/19
Given written information on diagnosis.
05/15/19
Good.
05/13/19
Good.
04/27/19
Again.... no problems.... good listeners
04/24/19
Poor.
04/23/19
Dr.Chen is a fantastic doctor, very courteous, attention to details, excellent. On a scale from 1-10, I would give her. Thank you very much Dr. Chen, you are the BEST!!!
04/16/19
Dr.Chen is an active listener. She addressed all my concerns with great care.
04/14/19
Dr.Chen is the consummate professional who definitely puts the patient at ease.
03/28/19
Everyone was awesome.... absolutely LOVE THE DR.
03/27/19
Dr. Chen's manner put me at ease. I will definitely recommend her.
03/24/19
Great experience and she made me feel very comfortable.
03/19/19
Dr. Chen is always very thorough and personable. She takes time to put one at ease.
03/01/19
Dr.Chen is amazing. One of my favorites & best Dr.
02/25/19
Dr. Chen is an amazing doctor. I would definitely her to any of friends.
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