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    MediFind found 11 doctor with experience in Appendectomy near Sugar Land, TX. Of these, 9 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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      Advanced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery

      Tmh Physician Associates PLLC

      16605 Sw Fwy 450, Tmhpo Surg Dept, 
      Sugar Land, TX 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Katherine Baxter is a General Surgeon in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Baxter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Appendectomy. Dr. Baxter is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery

      Tmh Physician Associates PLLC

      16605 Sw Fwy 410, Methodist Diag Card Of Hou, 
      Sugar Land, TX 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Reader is a General Surgeon in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Reader is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Appendectomy. Dr. Reader is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Appendectomy
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Appendectomy
      Gastroenterology

      Memorial Hermann Medical Group Sugar Land Multi-Specialty

      17520 W Grand Pkwy S Ste 350, 
      Sugar Land, TX 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Laith Numan is a Gastroenterologist in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Numan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction, Colostomy, and Endoscopy.

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      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery

      UT Physicians

      17500 W Grand Pkwy S, 
      Sugar Land, TX 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Julie Holihan is a General Surgeon in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Holihan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Holihan is currently accepting new patients.

      James Suliburk
      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery | Oncology | Surgical Oncology
      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery | Oncology | Surgical Oncology
      1919 Old Spanish Trail, 6th Floor, 
      Houston, TX 
       (14.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. James Suliburk is a board-certified endocrine surgeon specializing in the treatment of tumors of the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal gland. He is an Associate Professor and Chief of Endocrine Surgery - Surgical Oncology at Baylor College of Medicine, where he is also Medical Director of Ambulatory Surgery Therapeutics (CfAST) in BCM’s Department of Surgery; and is a member of the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center.Dr. Suliburk’s clinical interests include: thyroid nodules; goiter; Graves’ disease; thyroid cancer; hyperparathyroidism; adrenal masses; pheochromocytoma; Cushing’s, Conn’s diseases; minimally invasive parathyroidectomy and thyroidectomy; traditional open thyroidectomy; central, selective and modified radical neck dissection; single incision laparoscopic adrenalectomy; and traditional laparoscopic adrenalectomy. His research interests include: clinical outcomes in endocrine surgery in underserved and minority populations; outcomes in acute care and trauma surgery; and the application of mobile technology to improve peri-operative surgical care and communication with patients to detect impending complications. His research program at Ben Taub Hospital and Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center offers opportunities in translational science, clinical outcomes, and mobile technology development/innovation.Dr. Suliburk also collaborates with other colleagues within Baylor College of Medicine to actively seek and develop state of the art treatments for hemorrhagic shock and severely injured trauma patients. His translational research includes the development of novel molecular markers and therapeutic targets in endocrine surgical disease (thyroid cancer, hyperthyroidism, hyperparathyroidism, and adrenal tumors), and metabolic markers of the endocrine response in severely injured major trauma patients.Dr. Suliburk received his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine. He completed his residency in general surgery from The University of Texas Medical School at Houston and a fellowship in endocrine surgery from Royal North Shore Hospital, University of Sydney in Sydney, Australia. He also completed an NIH T32 research fellowship from The University of Texas Medical School at Houston.Dr. Suliburk is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the American Thyroid Association, American Association of Endocrine Surgeons, Houston Surgical Society, Association of Academic Surgeons, American Association for the Surgery of Trauma, Surgical Infection Society, and the ACS Academy of Master Surgeon Educators.Dr. Suliburk has been named a Top Doctor in General Surgery by Houstonia Magazine (2020). He has also received numerous awards in teaching excellence from Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Suliburk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. His top areas of expertise are Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroid Nodule, Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy.

      Advanced in Appendectomy
      Family Medicine | General Surgery
      Advanced in Appendectomy
      Family Medicine | General Surgery

      UT Physicians

      6500 W Loop S, Bellaire Station, 
      Bellaire, TX 
       (12.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      10+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dalya Ferguson is a General Surgeon in Bellaire, Texas. Dr. Ferguson has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, and Appendectomy. Dr. Ferguson is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Appendectomy
      Experienced in Appendectomy

      Izuchukwu Okpara MD PA

      Houston, TX 
       (10.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ashlee Seldomridge is a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Seldomridge is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Pancreaticoduodenectomy and Appendectomy.

      Experienced in Appendectomy
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Appendectomy
      Gastroenterology

      Houston Methodist Gastroenterology Associates

      18300 Katy Fwy Bldg 2, 
      Houston, TX 
       (12.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Saurabh Chandan is a Gastroenterologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Chandan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Polyps, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendectomy
      General Surgery

      Kelsey-Seybold Clinic

      929 Gessner Road, Suite 1450, 
      Houston, TX 
       (13.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Saif Hassan, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Saif Hassan specializes in Surgery and works at Kelsey-Seybold Clinic. To make an appointment, please call (713) 442-5200. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Hassan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Appendectomy
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendectomy
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

      MD Anderson

      2130 W Holcombe Blvd, Univ Of Tx M D Ande Life, 
      Houston, TX 
       (14.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Paul Mansfield is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Mansfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. His top areas of expertise are Stomach Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Appendectomy
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendectomy
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

      MD Anderson

      2130 W Holcombe Blvd, Univ Of Tx M D Ande Life, 
      Houston, TX 
       (14.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Keith Fournier is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Fournier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Appendectomy. His top areas of expertise are Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Ureteroscopy.

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      Last Updated: 02/22/2026

      What is the definition of Appendectomy?

      An appendectomy is surgery to remove the appendix.

      When should I see an Appendectomy doctor near Sugar Land, TX?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing an Appendectomy doctor near Sugar Land, TX?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank Appendectomy doctors near Sugar Land, TX?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Appendectomy doctors near Sugar Land, TX?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with an Appendectomy doctor near Sugar Land, TX?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Appendectomy doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Appendectomy doctor?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with an Appendectomy doctor near Sugar Land, TX?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Appendectomy doctor?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Appendectomy doctor may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Appendectomy doctors near Sugar Land, TX?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Appendectomy doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find an Appendectomy doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Appendectomy doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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