Dr. Vadim Sherman, MD, Houston, TX | Surgeon

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

4.00

Bedside manner

5.00

“Clean office, friendly staff, and Dr. Valdim is Great and so nice, he took care of my hernia and I am am so relieved. I would recommend this office and Doctor to anyone”

Claressa B.December 23, 2022

About Dr. Vadim Sherman

Dr. Sherman attended the University of Alberta, where he was enrolled in an Honors in Physiology program. He then completed medical school at the University of Western Ontario, in 2000. Dr. Sherman then entered a Surgical Residency at McGill University in Montreal, Canada. In his first year of residency, he became interested in the emerging field of minimally invasive surgery. He subsequently conducted research in surgical education with virtual reality simulators, consequently obtaining a Master in Science in Experimental Surgery from McGill University. He went on to complete a fellowship in Advanced Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. Upon completion of fellowship, Dr. Sherman joined the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, where he became the Director of Bariatric Surgery. Dr. Sherman later joined Houston Methodist Hospital, where he is currently the Medical Director of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery. He also serves as the Co-Program Director of the Minimally Invasive Fellowship and Director of the Surgery Clerkship for medical students. Dr. Sherman has a high volume bariatric and advanced minimally invasive surgical practice that also focuses on revisional/reoperative surgery and high risk patients. The clinical practice is geared towards bariatric surgery in patients with previous bariatric surgery, geriatric patients and those with end stage organ disease. His research is intimately intertwined with his clinical practice, allowing him to conduct outcomes research on revisional surgery and pre and post-transplant patients. Dr. Sherman has also been involved in adolescent bariatric surgery, where he collaborated with pediatric surgeons as part of the TEEN-LABS consortium study into the safety of bariatric surgery in adolescents.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Abdominal hernia repair surgery

Surgery on the esophagus, stomach, or upper small intestine

Bariatric surgery

Abdominal hernia repair surgery

Surgery on the esophagus, stomach, or upper small intestine

Bariatric surgery

Office location

Dr. Vadim Sherman, MD also offers online video visits for patients

Houston Methodist Surgical Associates

6550 Fannin St, Ste 1501, Houston, TX 77030

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Education and background

Practice names

Houston Methodist Surgical Associates

Hospital affiliations

Houston Methodist Hospital

Board certifications

American Board of Surgery

Education and training

Medical School - Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, Doctor of Medicine
McGill University, Residency in General Surgery
Cleveland Clinic, Fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery and Bariatric Surgery
McGill University, Master's in Experimental Surgery

Awards and publications

Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Dr. Sherman has Center Membership in Houston Methodist Lynda K. & David M. Underwood Center for Digestive Disorders

Languages spoken

English
French
Russian

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1821028267

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

5.00

Wait time

4.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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32 reviews

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Clean office, friendly staff, and Dr. Valdim is Great and so nice, he took care of my hernia and I am am so relieved. I would recommend this office and Doctor to anyone

December 23, 2022Claressa B.Verified patient

January 11, 2023Jeffrey L.Verified patient

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Frequently asked questions

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Which hospital is Dr. Vadim Sherman affiliated with?

Dr. Vadim Sherman is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital.

What practice does Dr. Vadim Sherman work with?

Dr. Vadim Sherman works with Houston Methodist Surgical Associates.

Where is Dr. Vadim Sherman's office located?

Dr. Vadim Sherman has 2 office locations in Houston, view full addresses on Dr. Sherman's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Vadim Sherman have?

Dr. Vadim Sherman is certified by American Board of Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Vadim Sherman?

Dr. Vadim Sherman frequently sees patients for Abscess, Hernia, Inguinal Hernia, Lipoma, and Surgery. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Vadim Sherman on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Vadim Sherman speak?

Dr. Vadim Sherman speaks English, French, and Russian.

How do patients rate Dr. Vadim Sherman in reviews?

32 patients have reviewed Dr. Vadim Sherman. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.