ABOUT
Irvin Tantuco, MD
Dr. Tantuco specializes in and is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Sleep Medicine. He has a Doctor of Medicine (MD) and a B.S. in Medical Technology from the University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines, Magna Cum Laude. He is licensed to practice in Texas.
Dr. Tantuco prioritizes compassionate, patient-centered care. Patients describe him as sincere, attentive, and always willing to go the extra step to ensure the best possible outcome.
Mission
Dr. Tantuco is driven by the belief that good sleep is as necessary to life as good nutrition and exercise. He is passionate about helping the more than 70 million Americans who suffer from sleep disorders, which, if left untreated, can endanger physical and mental health and lead to serious conditions like stroke or heart disease.
Experience & Expertise
Dr. Tantuco brings 28 years of experience in Internal Medicine and Sleep Medicine, with a dual specialization that allows him to provide integrated care for patients dealing with both general health concerns and sleep-related issues. He also practices as a hospitalist and is affiliated with HCA Houston Medical Center and Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center.
Education & Training
Dr. Tantuco received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, Philippines, served as chief medical resident at Cardinal Santos Medical Center in Metro Manila, and completed his Internal Medicine residency and Sleep Medicine fellowship at Hahnemann University Hospital/Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia.
Leadership & Recognition
Dr. Tantuco graduated with honors (Benemeritus) and Magna Cum Laude in his B.S. degree. He is multilingual, communicating fluently with diverse patient populations in English, Chinese, Filipino.
Approach to Care
Dr. Tantuco is known for his compassionate bedside manner: sensitive to difficult situations, a sincere listener, and consistently demonstrating concern for patients’ overall health.  He is committed to providing evidence-based care and is in-network with most major insurance plans, including Medicare.
