General Info

If you've possibly been exposed to the coronavirus (COVID-19) and are experiencing symptoms, we recommend that your first contact with a health care provider be through telemedicine. Houston Methodist Virtual Urgent Care is available 24/7- no appointment necessary. Or, if you're planning an in-person visit, please call ahead to inform your healthcare provider. Dr. Atiya Dhala is the Medical Director of Houston Methodist HospitalTMs Virtual ICU and an Intensivist in her hospitalTMs Surgical Liver ICU (SLICU) located in the Texas Medical Center. In addition to her clinical duties, Dr. Dhala serves as the Director of Surgical Critical Care Education.