Overview
Ali Raza is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Bellaire, Texas.
Dr. Raza is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Acute Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Raza is currently accepting new patients.
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
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Locations
6300 West Loop S Ste 333, Bellaire, TX 77401
3801 Vista Rd Ste 360, Pasadena, TX 77504
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Raza 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.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Dr. Nirav Thosani earned his medical degree from N.H.L. Municipal Medical College in Ahmedabad, India. He completed a residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in gastroenterology at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth in Houston, followed by an advanced fellowship in therapeutic endoscopy at Stanford University School of Medicine in Stanford, California. Board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology, Dr. Thosani’s clinical interests include pancreatitis, pancreatic cysts, pancreatic cancer, gallstones, bile duct diseases, colon polyps, colon cancer, EUS (endoscopic ultrasound), ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography), colonoscopy, swallowing disorder, GERD, Barrett’s esophagus, endoscopic ablation therapy, and endoscopic anti-reflux therapy. He has pioneered EUS guided radiofrequency ablation procedure to treat pancreatic cancer and has been the recipient of R01 grant from the National Institute of Health. Dr. Thosani has published over 150 peer-reviewed manuscripts. Currently, he is Chair of the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) Standards of Practice Committee and has been involved in drafting multiple guidelines in field of gastrointestinal endoscopy. Dr. Thosani has been voted as Top Doctors in Houston by Houstonia Magazine as well as Top Doctors in Texas, by the Texas Monthly Magazine. Dr. Thosani’s practice philosophy centers on providing personalized care tailored to each patient’s specific clinical problem. He takes time to explain the details of a procedure, allowing each patient to make an informed decision about care and to know what to expect. It is important to him for his patients to have both timely access to necessary procedures and multidisciplinary care that is well coordinated. He uses the latest technology to diagnose and treat certain types of gastrointestinal cancers and perform procedures endoscopically that were previously done surgically. He treats patients 18 years and older and speaks Gujarati and Hindi. A resident of Houston, Dr. Thosani and his wife are the parents of two sons and a daughter. In his leisure time, he enjoys traveling, cooking and spending time with his family. Dr. Thosani is highly rated in 40 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Choledocholithiasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Thosani is currently accepting new patients.
Mazen Noureddin is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Noureddin is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Noureddin is currently accepting new patients.
Baylor College Of Medicine - Gastroenterology
Dr. Mohamed Othman is the William T. Butler Endowed Chair for Distinguished Faculty and Professor of Medicine, Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology at Baylor College of Medicine. He is also Service Line Chief, Gastroenterology Section at Baylor St Luke's Medical Center; and Member of the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center at Baylor College of Medicine.Dr. Othman’s clinical interests include: endoscopic submucosal dissection, endoscopic mucosal resection, barrett's esophagus surveillance and ablation, chronic and acute pancreatitis, pancreatic cysts, pancreatic cancer screening for high-risk patients, endoscopic ultrasound, ERCP and cholangioscopy with laser; colorectal cancer screening & colonoscopy; per-oral endoscopic myotomy (POEM); gastric per-oral endoscopic myotomy for gastroparesis; and full thickness endoscopic resection.His professional skills cover tissue resection techniques such as ESD and EMR; management of chronic pancreatitis; endoscopic necrosectomy; EUS-assisted ERCP; per oral endoscopic myotomy; management of pancreatic cysts; and management of Barrett's Esophagus.Dr. Othman received his medical degree from the University of Mansoura School of Medicine in Mansoura, Egypt. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in Albuquerque, where he was also a Gastroenterology and Hepatology Fellow. He also completed a Fellowship in Advanced Endoscopy at the Mayo Clinic Jacksonville in Jacksonville, Florida.Dr. Othman holds certifications from the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Gastroenterology. He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, American Gastroenterology Association, American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and American College of Physicians.Among his numerous awards, Dr. Othman received the 2014 Diversity Award from the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. Dr. Othman is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Colorectal Polyps, Achalasia, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Othman is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ali A. Raza
Is Dr. Ali A. Raza a top-rated expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ali A. Raza 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. Ali A. Raza specialize in?
While Dr. Ali A. Raza is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Familial Colorectal Cancer, Acute Pancreatitis, and Childhood Pancreatitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Ali A. Raza participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ali A. Raza has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Ali A. Raza's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ali A. Raza accept my insurance?
Dr. Ali A. Raza accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Raza isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Raza isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Raza isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Raza isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Raza isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Raza isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Raza isAdvanced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- EndoscopyDr. Raza isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Raza isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Raza isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Raza isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Raza isAdvanced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Raza isAdvanced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
- CholangitisDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- CirrhosisDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColitisDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- EsophagitisDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- GastrectomyDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- GastrostomyDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- IndigestionDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Indigestion.
- JaundiceDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Neuroma Biliary TractDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Neuroma Biliary Tract.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- PancreatectomyDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Sclerosing CholangitisDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Cholangitis.
- Stomach CancerDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Raza isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.

