Rafael Lugo MD FACS (He/Him)
Breast, Colon & Rectal Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery
Owner/surgeon at Lugo Surgical Group
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1800 Hughes landing blvdSte 125The Woodlands, TX 77381
Phone+1 832-377-5846
Fax+1 888-416-9722
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Summary
- Rafael Lugo, MD, is a general surgeon located in The Woodlands, TX, with subspecialties in breast, colon and rectal surgery, and minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Lugo completed medical training at Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine and surgical residencies at Ochsner Clinic Foundation. Professional roles include positions as President and CEO at Lugo Surgical Group and various founding and partnership roles in surgical associates within Texas. Dr. Lugo has expertise in procedures such as hernias, endoscopy, colonoscopy, hiatal hernia, and laser rejuvenation. Publications feature insights on digital media and its impact on healthcare. Honors include Surgeon of Excellence in robotic surgery and being a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Also a member of the institute of functional medicine Dr Lugo is the medical
Director of the Sydenham clinic in the woodlands and longevity and concierge medicine with focus on preventive and precision medicine.
Education & Training
Ochsner Clinic FoundationResidency, Surgery, 1994 - 1998- Ochsner Clinic FoundationResidency, Surgery, 1993 - 1998
Alton Ocshner Hospital1998- Alton Ocshner Hospital1993 - 1994
Ponce Health Sciences University School of MedicineClass of 1993, MD
Certifications & Licensure
CO State Medical License 2023 - 2027
FL State Medical License 2025 - 2027
TX State Medical License 1999 - 2027
LA State Medical License 1994 - 2000
American Board of Surgery Surgery
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- Surgeon of excellence in robotic surgery Www.surgical review.org, 2022
- Listed in Guide to America’s Top Surgeons Consumers’ Research Council, 2007
- TOP 5% medical school class
Publications & Presentations
Lectures
- Multiple tv appearancesYouTube.com/rafaellugomd
- Colon cancer, prevention, diagnosis and treatment.Houston
- Surgical options for breast cancer.Willowbrook Hospital
Other
- How Dr. Rafael Lugo Leverages Digital Media In Over-Burdened Health Care SystemBrian Horn, HUFF POST
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/how-dr-rafael-lugo-leverages-digital-media-in-over_us_57bb3d1be4b007f181994841
USA - 8/22/2016 - How Digital Marketing Will Change the Health Care IndustryAdam Fridman, INC
http://www.inc.com/adam-fridman/how-digital-marketing-will-change-the-healthcare-industry.html
USA - 6/22/2016 - Houston surgeon Says internet could empower cancer patientsChristine Haas, PRWEB
http://www.prweb.com/releases/2016/06/prweb13474525.htm
USA - 6/8/2016
Press Mentions
Surprise Medical Bills Rising During COVID-19: What to Do if You Get OneDecember 2nd, 2020
How Digital Marketing Will Change the Healthcare IndustryAugust 22nd, 2016
Houston Surgeon Says Internet Could Empower Cancer PatientsJune 8th, 2016
Committees
- chief of surgery, Department of surgery Mehodist Willowbrook 2015 - Present
- Physician Champion, Methodist system ICD 10 implementation committee 2014 - Present
- member, Clinical Advisory Group Houston Methodist Hospital Willowbrook 2013 - Present
- member, Clinical advisory group for The Methodist Hospital 2011 - Present
- member, Bylaws committee Methodis Willowbrook 2011 - Present
Professional Memberships
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Other Languages
- Spanish
External Links
- Websitehttp://www.drlugo.com
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