Bryan Michael Tucker

Bryan Michael Tucker, D.O., M.S., FASN is an Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine, specializing in Nephrology. He holds board certifications in Internal Medicine and Nephrology from the American Board of Internal Medicine. His clinical and research expertise focuses on dysnatremia, acid-base disorders, and electrolyte imbalances.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science (BS), California State University, Fullerton (2007)
• Master of Science (MS), Columbia University (2010)
• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), Western University of Health Sciences (2012)
• Internal Medicine Residency, Indiana University School of Medicine (2015)
• Nephrology Fellowship, Yale University School of Medicine (2017)

Research Interests: His work addresses critical electrolyte disturbances, including hyponatremia, hypernatremia, and acid-base imbalances in clinical settings. He investigates diagnostic approaches for electrolyte disorders and their impact on patient outcomes in renal care. Recent studies focus on uric acid metabolism in end-stage kidney disease and muscle wasting in diabetes mellitus.

Publications: Dr. Tucker has authored over 20 peer-reviewed articles, with contributions to high-impact journals like JAMA and the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology. His articles emphasize practical clinical guidelines for managing electrolyte disorders and improving hemodialysis protocols. Notable areas include urinary magnesium analysis for hypomagnesemia, hypercoagulability in vasculitis, and outcomes associated with hypernatremia in hospitalized patients.

Languages: Spanish, Portuguese