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Dr. Dexter Turnquest, MD

Bariatric Surgery* Age 59
Dr. Dexter Turnquest, MD
4.4 (62 Ratings)

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Dr. Dexter Turnquest, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Houston, TX.
Dr. Dexter Turnquest, MD
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Dr. Dexter Turnquest, MD

Bariatric Surgery* Age 59
Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Dexter Turnquest, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Houston, TX.

About

Dr. Dexter Turnquest, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Houston, TX and has 35 years experience. They graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine in 1989 and completed a residency at University Texas.They currently practice at Turnquest Surgical Solutions and are affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest and HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe. Dr. Turnquest has experience treating conditions like Obesity among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Turnquest received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 62 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Turnquest is board certified in General Surgery.

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Obesity
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Gallbladder Removal
Obesity
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Sleeve Gastrectomy
Gallbladder Removal
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Abdominal Pain
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Baker’s Cyst
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bile Duct Disorders
Boil
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Breast Cancer
Breast Diseases
Breast Lump
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Chronic Non-Healing Wounds
Colitis
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Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colon Disorders
Colon Polyp
Colorectal Cancer
Common Bile Duct Stone
Constipation
Diverticulitis
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Dysphagia
Endocrine Disorders
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Gallbladder Diseases
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastroparesis
Goiter
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Gynecologic Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diseases
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Laceration
Lipomas
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Liver Diseases and Disorders
Lung Cancer
Myeloma
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Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Pancreatic Cancer
Pancreatic Cystic Lesions
Pancreatitis
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Primary Peritoneal Cancer
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rib Fracture
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Secondary Malignancies
Skin Cancer
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Disease
Thyroid Nodule
Umbilical Hernia
Vaginal Fistula
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Wounds
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Abscess Incision and Drainage
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Biopsy of Breast
Breast Lift Surgery
Colectomy
Colostomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision
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Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hemodialysis and IV Access Surgery
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Adrenal Surgery
Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux Surgery
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Colectomy
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Revision Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Laparoscopic Sigmoidectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
Parathyroidectomy
Port Placements or Replacements
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Skin Grafts
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracentesis
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Vagotomy
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Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair

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Locations

  1. 1 Turnquest Surgical Solutions
    17070 Red Oak Dr Ste 101, Houston, TX 77090
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 15:00
  2. 2 Turnquest Surgical Solutions
    18220 State Highway 249 Ste 360, Houston, TX 77070
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 15:00

Patient Satisfaction

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4.4
Based on 62 Reviews
5 Stars (51)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (2)
1 Star (8)

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Sep 15, 2022
DT has operated on my twice in 10 years and both experiences were excellent. He is considered an expert in his field and has exemplary bedside manner. I have never felt more comfortable with a care giver.
VMan — Sep 15, 2022
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Specialties*
Bariatric Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Florida College of Medicine
    1989
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University Texas
    1990
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Texas
    1994
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University Texas
    1992
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Dexter Turnquest, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Turnquest's profile.

Dr. Dexter Turnquest, MD is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest and HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe.

Yes, Dr. Dexter Turnquest, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest

    710 Cypress Creek Pkwy, Houston, TX

  • HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe

    504 Medical Center Blvd, Conroe, TX