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Dr. Ray Chihara

Q: Where is Dr. Ray Chihara located?

Dr. Ray Chihara is based in Houston, TX. They are currently affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital.

Q: What is Dr. Ray Chihara's specialty?

Dr. Ray Chihara specializes in Surgeon. Their current role is Thoracic Surgeon.

Q: Where does Dr. Ray Chihara currently work?

Dr. Ray Chihara currently works at Houston Methodist Hospital. They have been there for 8 years.

Q: What is Dr. Ray Chihara's educational background?

Dr. Ray Chihara attended Emory University and University of Michigan.

Q: How do I contact Dr. Ray Chihara for recruiting?

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Q: How do I recruit a Surgeon?

Recruiting surgeons typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for surgeons across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.

Q: What is the average salary for a Surgeon in TX?

Surgeons in TX typically earn $365,000 to $768,000 annually, with a median of $533,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

Thoracic Surgeon

Surgeon Houston, TX Houston Methodist Hospital

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Overview

Level

Staff

Function

Healthcare

Tenure

8 years at Houston Methodist Hospital

Gender

Male

Connections

139

Position in HealthTal Database

22,604 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Surgeon specialty. Ray Chihara is one of them.
1,189 Surgeons are based in TX (out of 101,236 total healthcare contacts in that state).
542 contacts at Houston Methodist Hospital are tracked in HealthTal.
Typical Surgeon compensation in TX: $365,000 – $768,000 (median $533,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
Top employers of Surgeons in TX: Houston Methodist (20), Us Army (17), Baylor Scott & White Health (16).
5% of Surgeons in TX hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
75% of Surgeons in TX have verified education credentials on file.

Data refreshed July 2026.

Public records & verifications

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Education

Emory University

2018

University of Michigan

Bachelor of Science - BS

Indiana University School of Medicine

Doctor of Philosophy - PhD

Indiana University School of Medicine

Doctor of Medicine - MD

Skills

Clinical Research Research Molecular Biology Surgery Microscopy Biochemistry Cancer Cell Biology Life Sciences Lifesciences Public Speaking Hospitals

About Houston Methodist Hospital

Industry

Hospitals & Physicians Clinics

Employees

5000+

Revenue

$100M to <$1B

Website

houstonmethodist.org

Office Location

Houston, TX

Professional Overview

Dr. Ray Chihara is a Thoracic Surgeon, currently affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, based in Houston, TX. As a surgeon, Dr. Chihara contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Houston, TX. They have been with Houston Methodist Hospital for 8 years. Dr. Chihara holds academic credentials, including Bachelor of Science - BS and Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, from Emory University and University of Michigan. Core competencies include Clinical Research, Research, Molecular Biology, Surgery, Microscopy. Houston Methodist Hospital operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit surgeon professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to surgeon specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Houston, TX healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Ray Chihara located?

Dr. Ray Chihara is based in Houston, TX. They are currently affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital.

What is Dr. Ray Chihara's specialty?

Dr. Ray Chihara specializes in Surgeon. Their current role is Thoracic Surgeon.

Where does Dr. Ray Chihara currently work?

Dr. Ray Chihara currently works at Houston Methodist Hospital. They have been there for 8 years.

What is Dr. Ray Chihara's educational background?

Dr. Ray Chihara attended Emory University and University of Michigan.

How do I contact Dr. Ray Chihara for recruiting?

HealthTal provides verified direct email address and phone number for Dr. Ray Chihara. Subscribe to access full contact details including personal email, direct dial, and LinkedIn profile.

How do I recruit a Surgeon?

Recruiting surgeons typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for surgeons across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.

What is the average salary for a Surgeon in TX?

Surgeons in TX typically earn $365,000 to $768,000 annually, with a median of $533,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.