Michael J. Snyder, M.D., F.A.C.S.

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Michael J. Snyder, MD

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Specialty:
Surgery – Colon and Rectal
Surgery – General
Clinical Interests:
Colon and Rectal Cancer, Fecal Incontinence, Anal Fistula, Hemorrhoids, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Intestinal Endometriosis, Complex Fistula Repairs
Board Certification:
American Board of Surgery
American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery
Education/Training

Medical School
Louisiana State University School of Medicine at Shreveport, 1986

Residency
William Beaumont Army Medical Center, 1991

Residency
Tripler Army Medical Center, 1995

Fellowship
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 1998

Michael J. Snyder, MD, FACS, is an associate professor at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), and program director of the colon and rectal surgery residency training program. He is board certified in both general surgery, and colon and rectal surgery. Dr. Snyder believes in treating his patients with care and compassion. He uses the latest technology and spends time with each patient to ensure that they are comfortable and understand their condition.

Dr. Snyder has served as president of the Texas Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons and on the Residency Review Committee for Colon and Rectal Surgery. Currently, he is chairman of the Board of Socioeconomics for the Harris County Medical Society. He has edited two books, authored or coauthored multiple book chapters, contributed numerous articles to peer review publications, and presented his work at local and national meetings.

Dr. Snyder received his undergraduate education at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge with bachelor degrees in microbiology and chemistry and was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa, America’s most prestigious honor society. He attended Louisiana State University Medical School in Shreveport and graduated with a degree in medicine and was also inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha. He began his residency in general surgery at William Beaumont Army Medical Center in El Paso, Texas. Then, he was deployed with the 3rd Army Cavalry Regiment to Saudi Arabia and Iraq during Operation Desert Shield/Storm. After the war, he returned to complete his residency in general surgery at Tripler Army Medical Center in Hawaii. After practicing in the army at Fort Stewart, Georgia, Dr. Snyder completed his residency in colon and rectal surgery at UTHealth. Dr. Snyder lives with his wife, Dr. Elizabeth Snyder and daughter, Helene.

46 Patient Review(s) / 196 Surveys

01/13/21
Dr. Snyder was nice, concerned, but apparently rushed.
01/05/21
I can always count on Dr Snyder to listen and give his best opinion. I do believe he is truly one of the best surgeons the medical center has.He's been one of my doctors for [...] years. He has a very good bed side matter. I do believe some doctors lack that.
12/31/20
got his business card and his staff was great also
12/30/20
HE ADMITTED THIS PROCEDURE WAS NOT GOING TO CURE MY PROBLEM, IN FACT IT WILL PROBABLY END UP IN ANOTHER WORST PROCEDURE.
12/29/20
Doctor seemed highly experienced and well-informed. They answered all questions to my satisfaction.
12/16/20
very pleased
12/03/20
This team really cares about patient
12/03/20
nurse called me within the day and answered questions & dr Snyder addressed all concerns, with rx given I improved and issue resolved
11/25/20
*Dr. M. Snyder was understanding & excellent in my care.
11/22/20
good
11/21/20
Dr Synder and his team are the greatest.
11/06/20
very patient and talks in conversation
10/20/20
Great!!
10/01/20
I was a little confused about getting the [...] if I did not feel any pulsing on apparatus. I was given number for company [...].
09/30/20
When I made my appointment no information was given to me about office procedures as it relates to COVID, insurance, paperwork. I anticipate that arriving only slightly before my appointment time, contributed to my wait time, paperwork and insurance probably needed to be processed. Which seems like could have been avoided...When I made the appointment. I accepted to be seen by the physician that I made the appointment with, but saw two other individuals, unfortunately I don't know either of their names. Although one individual was introduced, I didn't catch the name through the masks and the other wasn't introduced, so I'm unsure what that person's role was in my healthcare visit. Patient rapport is important and doctor/patient trust is important, to me anyhow. Procedures weren't explained, until I asked. There was no explanation of what was happening and why. The team I saw seemed to be rushed. The physician I saw was compassionate, but that doesn't change the fact that I felt like a subject rather than a patient.
09/25/20
Excellent
09/16/20
Need patient education materials for procedure. Also more individualized discharge instructions after surgery.
09/08/20
Excellent care. Took a list of questions and each one was discussed to my satisfaction.
08/17/20
Dr. Snyder is great!!
08/04/20
Good over all services
08/04/20
*Dr. Snyder and his staff are superb! 20 years of great service to me and my family.
07/28/20
doctor was very informative about the procedure, and interested in my case.
07/28/20
everyone was very professional and efficient in their conduct.
07/28/20
the doctor and his staff obviously know what they're doing. there was another doctor and a student in attendance, and all we're very professional and friendly.
07/28/20
Highly recommend this practice to others.
07/28/20
The process always moved swiftly.
07/24/20
Not much discussion on issue. Would like for them to spend more time with me on my questions and concerns. Very brief explanations.
06/23/20
Excellent! love Dr. Michael Snyder. He is the most caring & compassionate qualified Dr. I am blessed to have him.
06/22/20
*Dr. Snyder and his staff were wonderful!
06/18/20
I sometimes felt that I had to ask more questions to know what was going on (type of procedure being used) and for things I could and couldn't do post surgery. wish some of this information was forthcoming without me having to have a list of prepared questions in order to get this info.
06/16/20
The doctor was very kind and professional concerning my issues and questions I had for him.
06/16/20
The nurses were extremely nice and professional.
06/16/20
My experience was very positive, and look forward to any future visits with this clinic and doctor.
06/03/20
Good experience.
06/01/20
I think *Dr. Snyder is great. He might consider a bit more the special needs or concerns of [...] male patients. Nothing negative, but perhaps less sensitive to those concerns.
05/30/20
I had no bad experiences. All was fine.
05/15/20
very good experience.
05/12/20
Never have to wait more than 15 min.
05/05/20
[...] visit with Dr. Snyder. Glad he is my doctor.
05/05/20
Nice helpful staff
05/05/20
All was on time and organized.
05/05/20
Excellent communication
05/05/20
Did not explain what he was going to do during the examination.
04/23/20
*Dr. Snyder was excellent! He listened and provided helpful and balanced feedback. He was empathetic and provided useful context for my situation. By putting things in perspective was able to effectively address my concerns. He was kind and able to put me at ease.
04/23/20
Kind and helpful nurses.
04/23/20
Excellent doctor! Very very satisfied with him.
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