In the sick room, ten cents™ worth of human understanding equals ten dollars™ worth of medical science.™ This quote has been my guiding mantra as an internist over the years and enables me to form trusting partnerships with patients towards the betterment of their overall health.Dr. Nagaraj is a board-certified internist who has been in practice for more than 17 years. She is a dedicated physician who utilizes a collaborative approach and partners with her patients to improve their overall health. Prior to joining Houston Methodist, she worked as an assistant professor at Baylor College of Medicine and was consistently recognized for excellence in patient care and education. She brings a broad range of clinical expertise, including prevention and wellness, diagnosis and management of acute and chronic illnesses such as hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes, kidney and thyroid disorders.Â