Overview
Dr. Aakash Gajjar earned his medical degree from the UT Health San Antonio Medical School. He completed his internship and residency in general surgery at the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine in Tulsa and a fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). In practice since 2004, Dr. Gajjar is board certified in both general surgery and colon and rectal surgery. His primary clinical interests are colon and rectal cancer, anal cancer, IBD (inflammatory bowel disease including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis), minimally invasive surgery including laparoscopy and robotic surgery, diverticular disease, rectal prolapse, colonoscopy, hemorrhoids, fistulas, anal fissures, constipation, fecal incontinence and pilonidal disease. Dr. Gajjar’s goal is to provide individualized quality care, beginning with patient education and shared physician-patient decision-making. His practice offers extensive medical and surgical experience combined with a high level of customer service and a commitment to health and wellness. His goals are to make patients feel better as quickly as possible and to prevent illness from recurring. A fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (FASCRS), Dr. Gajjar serves on several professional committees and is a member and current President (2020) of the Galveston County Medical Society.
Dr. Gajjar is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Genital Warts, Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Gajjar is currently accepting new patients.
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Dr. Gajjar has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Aakash Gajjar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Aakash Gajjar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Aakash Gajjar by calling their office at 281-994-7403. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Aakash Gajjar a top-rated expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Aakash Gajjar is classified as an Advanced expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Aakash Gajjar specialize in?
While Dr. Aakash Gajjar is a Colorectal Surgery, they have specific expertise in Familial Colorectal Cancer, Genital Warts, and Colorectal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Colorectal Surgery.
Does Dr. Aakash Gajjar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Aakash Gajjar has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Aakash Gajjar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Aakash Gajjar accept my insurance?
Dr. Aakash Gajjar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 281-994-7403 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Anal CancerDr. Gajjar isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Gajjar isAdvanced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Gajjar isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Gajjar isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Genital WartsDr. Gajjar isAdvanced. Learn about Genital Warts.
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- Acrogeria, Gottron TypeDr. Gajjar isExperienced. Learn about Acrogeria, Gottron Type.
- Anal FissureDr. Gajjar isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- Bazex SyndromeDr. Gajjar isExperienced. Learn about Bazex Syndrome.
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Gajjar isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Gajjar isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- Congenital Hypotrichosis MiliaDr. Gajjar isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Hypotrichosis Milia.