
Absalon D. Gutierrez, MD
- Associate Professor, Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
- Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
Contact
Absalon D. Gutierrez, MD713-500-6646
713-383-1467 fax
Assistant
Joshlyn Mitchell
713-500-6543
Biography
Dr. Gutierrez joined the Division in 2012. He received his undergraduate education from the University of New Mexico, and medical degree from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He also completed a residency in Internal Medicine at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine and a fellowship in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism at Baylor College of Medicine/MD Anderson Cancer Center Joint Program. He is board-certified in both specialties. His research focuses on focuses on insulin action and cardiovascular effects in pre-diabetes, type 2 diabetes and atherosclerosis. His clinical interests are in Type 2 diabetes mellitus and the resulting metabolic complications.
Clinic Location
UT Physicians Endocrinology – Texas Medical Center
6410 Fannin Ste 600
Houston, TX 77030
Phone: 832-325-7161
Education
- Medical Degree
- The University of New Mexico School of Medicine
- Residency
- The University of New Mexico School of Medicine-Graduate Medical Education
- Fellowship
- Baylor College of Medicine/MD Anderson Cancer Center Joint Program
Areas of Interest
Clinical Interests
Diabetes mellitus, general endocrinology
Research Interests
- Insulin action and cardiovascular effects in prediabetes
- Type 2 diabetes and atherosclerosis
Publications
Board Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine
- American Board of Internal Medicine – Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism