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Hansen’s Disease – Medical Consultation
Texas DSHS · By Dan.Warr · April 20, 2026
In plain language
The Texas Department of State Health Services provides expert medical consultations for healthcare workers managing Hansen’s disease, also known as leprosy. Doctors can connect with specialized medical consultants at the Texas Center for Infectious Disease for guidance on patient care and contact management. These services help ensure that people in Texas with known or suspected cases of the disease receive accurate information and proper medical support.
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Key takeaways
- Texas health officials offer specialized consultations for doctors treating Hansen's disease.
- Licensed healthcare providers can request expert input via a formal DSHS request form.
- Recognized medical consultants are available through the Texas Center for Infectious Disease.
- The program helps manage care for both confirmed patients and people who have been in contact with them.
- Medical professionals from the University of Texas at Tyler Health Science Center lead these consultation efforts.
Hansen’s Disease – Medical Consultation Dan.Warr Mon, 04/20/2026 - 09:38 AM Hansen’s Disease – Medical Consultation This page provides information about Hansen’s Disease – Medical Consultation . The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) offers consultations for licensed healthcare providers (LHPs) managing patients and contacts with known or suspected Hansen’s disease (HD). Complete the Hansen's Disease Consultation Request form to connect with a DSHS Recognized Hansen’s Disease Medical Consultant. To report known or suspected Hansen’s disease or to refer a patient to a DSHS-supported clinic for medical management, please see "Reporting" on the Hansen's Disease page or call 737-255-4300.DSHS Recognized Hansen’s Disease Medical ConsultantsAnnie Quratulain Kizilbash, MD, MPHDr. Kizilbash is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Texas at Tyler Health Science Center and is the Medical Director of the Texas Center for Infectious Disease. She completed her reside
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