Dr. Mefford is one of the best, most caring and patient doctors me and my family have ever had. He never hesitates to get back to us and see us at a moments notice. Him and his staff make us feel right at home. They are all a real blessing to me and my family.
Ivan N. Mefford, MD, PhD
Family Medicine
1505 Liberty Street
Richmond, TX 77469 Get Directions
Richmond, TX 77469 Get Directions
281.762.6520
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Annual Membership Fee
450.00
every 3 months
900.00
every 6 months
1,800.00
each year
My Philosophy and Approach to Wellness...
Going to the doctor should not be intimidating or anxiety provoking. When you come to my office, I want your visit to be met with comfort, caring, warmth and humor -- coordinated with professional and informed attention to your medical problems. Your health is your most important possession. A partnership built on trust and collaboration makes it possible for us to manage your most important asset together.
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Dr. Mefford's Credentials
Residency:
University of Texas, Memorial Family Practice
Houston, TX
Family Practice 1995-1998
Chief Resident 1997-1998
University of Texas, Memorial Family Practice
Houston, TX
Family Practice 1995-1998
Chief Resident 1997-1998
Internship:
University of Texas, Memorial Family Practice
Houston, TX
1995-1996
University of Texas, Memorial Family Practice
Houston, TX
1995-1996
Medical School:
Duke University School of Medicine
Durham, NC
Doctorate of Medicine 1995
Duke University School of Medicine
Durham, NC
Doctorate of Medicine 1995
Postgraduate:
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS
Doctor of Philosophy, Analytical Chemistry 1978
Honors
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS
Doctor of Philosophy, Analytical Chemistry 1978
Honors
Undergraduate:
Kentucky State University
Frankfort, KY
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry 1974
Honors
Kentucky State University
Frankfort, KY
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry 1974
Honors
OakBend Medical Center
Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital
Methodist Sugar Land Hospital
Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital
Methodist Sugar Land Hospital
America's Top Family Doctors, Consumers Research Council of America 2003-2012
Beta Kappa Chi, Scientific Honor Society
Presidential Citation: National Association for Equal Opportunity in Higher Education 1987
Beta Kappa Chi, Scientific Honor Society
Presidential Citation: National Association for Equal Opportunity in Higher Education 1987
Supervisor, Texas Higher Education Coordination Board Family Practice Residency Program, Rural Rotation 2006-present
Chief of Staff, OakBend Medical Center 2004
Chief of Staff, OakBend Medical Center 2004
Mefford, I.N., Kincl, L., Dykstra, K.H., Simpson, J.T., Markey, S.P., Dietz, S. and Wightman, R.M., Facile Oxidative Decarboxylation of 3,4-dihydroxyphenylacetic Acid Catalyzed by Copper and Manganese Ions, Biochimica et Biophysica Acta, 1290,224-230, 199
Burnet, P.W., Mefford, I.N., Smith, C.C., Gold, P.W. and Steinberg, E.M., Hippocampal 5-HT1A Receptor Binding Site Densities, 5-HT1A Receptor Messenger Ribonucleic Acid Abundance and Serotonin Levels Parallel the Activity of the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adr
Mefford, I.N. and Wade, E.U., Proton pump inhibitors as a treatment method for type II diabetes, Medical Hypotheses, 73, 29-32, 2009.
Mefford. I., Crouch, M.A. and Wade, E., Effect of concomitant proton pump inhibitor therapy on type 2 diabetes control, Family Medicine, 42 (suppl 2), 2010
Crouch, M.A., Mefford, I.N. and Wade, E.U., Proton pump inhibitor therapy associated with lower glycosylated hemoglobin levels in type 2 diabetes, J Am Board Fam Med, 25, 50-54, 2012
Mefford, I.N., Mefford, J.T. and Burris, C.A., Improved diabetes control and pancreatic function in a type 2 diabetic after omeprazole administration, Case Reports in Endocrinology, Volume 2012, Article ID 468609, 2012
Burnet, P.W., Mefford, I.N., Smith, C.C., Gold, P.W. and Steinberg, E.M., Hippocampal 5-HT1A Receptor Binding Site Densities, 5-HT1A Receptor Messenger Ribonucleic Acid Abundance and Serotonin Levels Parallel the Activity of the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adr
Mefford, I.N. and Wade, E.U., Proton pump inhibitors as a treatment method for type II diabetes, Medical Hypotheses, 73, 29-32, 2009.
Mefford. I., Crouch, M.A. and Wade, E., Effect of concomitant proton pump inhibitor therapy on type 2 diabetes control, Family Medicine, 42 (suppl 2), 2010
Crouch, M.A., Mefford, I.N. and Wade, E.U., Proton pump inhibitor therapy associated with lower glycosylated hemoglobin levels in type 2 diabetes, J Am Board Fam Med, 25, 50-54, 2012
Mefford, I.N., Mefford, J.T. and Burris, C.A., Improved diabetes control and pancreatic function in a type 2 diabetic after omeprazole administration, Case Reports in Endocrinology, Volume 2012, Article ID 468609, 2012
American Medical Association
Texas
Research, Clinical Trials (Especially related to Diabetes), Primary Investigator for 5 Clinical Trials since 2008, Gardening, Cattle (Owner of Mefford Family Farms with Belgian Blue Cows in Kentucky) and College Basketball
Testimonials from patients of Dr. Mefford
March 4, 2018
for Ivan N. Mefford, MD, PhD
Dr, Ivan knows his stuff!
Pleasant with good recommendations to address medical issues as well as potential side effects... & they work !
Also, nurse Olga is great, always pleasant, proficient & accommodating.
Receptionist/admin Carla is welcoming & works with my schedule to get me in when required.
March 4, 2018
for Ivan N. Mefford, MD, PhD
I can' t say i have a story but knowing Dr. Mefford and the way he takes care of me is like having a son I trust. He always knows the right answers and his staff is terrific also. Let us hope he is around for a long time and doesn't leave us for Kentucky.
March 1, 2018
for Ivan N. Mefford, MD, PhD
Dr. Mefford has been our physician since 1997 and always been there when we needed him.
March 1, 2018
for Ivan N. Mefford, MD, PhD
Dr. Mefford made both of mom's hospital experience, pain and worry free. The ability to instantly get a hold of your doctor, I feel made her time in the hospital more efficient. The LIS messed up her medication orders, and he was immediately able to verify what he wanted and get it changed. I did not have to wait until he made rounds and argue with the nurse all day till he arrived. I… See more
March 1, 2018
for Ivan N. Mefford, MD, PhD
I have been seeing Dr. Mefford for years, and wouldn't want any other doctor. He is always very supportive and helpful with all my health issues, and if something doesn't work we try something else until we get the results we want. Thank you, Dr. Mefford for always being there for me!
February 28, 2018
for Ivan N. Mefford, MD, PhD
I inherited Dr. Mefford when I my doctor retired! It has been the best experience ever! Not only is he my doctor, but he also treated both my aunt and my mother until their deaths! He has great bedside manners and I love everyone in the office - they are all very kind and always have been! He and his office staff are always professional and helpful yet very personable! Thank y'all for… See more
February 28, 2018
for Ivan N. Mefford, MD, PhD
Thank you Dr. Mefford for being there for me! I appreciate you.
February 28, 2018
for Ivan N. Mefford, MD, PhD
Kelsey Seybold without warning dropped all of us who had Medicare as primary insurance. I was blessed to find the most intelligent doctor I have ever had who still had the bedside manner of the doctor my mother had for 50-years. My doctor because of his competence and sincere bedside dedication became so LOVED that he had to reduce his 6,000 patients to a 600 MDVIP practice. I have been… See more
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