Opal Medical Clinic

Opal Medical Clinic offers a membership and retainer program that covers wellness and related care for one full year. The membership includes regular follow-up visits to help patients reach their health goals. Patients should contact the clinic directly to learn about current membership details and fees.

The clinic does not contract directly with insurance companies. This allows Dr. Tan to offer a broader range of services without the restrictions that insurance contracts can impose. Patients must consent to pay for services not covered by their insurance plan.

The Executive Physical covers a thorough history and physical exam, body weight and composition analysis, and extensive bloodwork assessing cardiovascular, neurological, and cancer risks. The clinic also orders screening imaging such as heart scans, treadmill stress EKGs, mammograms, prostate ultrasounds, carotid ultrasounds, DEXA scans, CT scans, and MRIs. Dr. Tan personally interprets genetic samplings as part of the evaluation.

Opal Medical Clinic provides Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy using natural progesterone, estrogen, DHEA, and other hormones. Dr. Tan partners with compounding pharmacies to customize each patient's formulation. Delivery options include topical applications, injections, and implants, with each patient's treatment carefully monitored over time.

Yes, the clinic serves adult men and women. Dr. Tan treats men for low testosterone, andropause, erectile dysfunction, and prostate concerns. He treats women for menopause, Female Androgen Insufficiency syndrome, and osteoporosis, among other conditions.

Yes, Dr. Tan offers memory loss and cognitive decline screening at the clinic. His research background includes investigating the relationship between testosterone and Alzheimer's disease using PET scans and MRI. This makes Opal one of the few primary care settings with deep clinical and research expertise in this area.

The clinic runs Phase 2 through 4 clinical drug trials covering erectile dysfunction, hypogonadism, memory loss, heart disease, and prostate conditions. Dr. Tan holds an active research profile and has collaborated with physicians from major academic institutions. Patients interested in trial participation should ask the clinic about currently enrolling studies.

Opal Medical Clinic operates by appointment only. Prospective patients can call the clinic directly at (713) 401-9396 to schedule. The clinic also accepts faxed referrals and inquiries at (713) 490-3543.

Yes, Dr. Tan sees patients from across the Houston area as well as from Mexico, Canada, and other regions. His national reputation in hormone replacement and age management draws patients who seek specialized expertise not readily available elsewhere.