Dr. Avafia Y. Dossa
Overview
Dr. Avafia Dossa has been a board-certified general surgeon since 2018. He specializes in endoscopic, laparoscopic and robot-assisted laparoscopic surgeries for patients of all ages. Dr. Dossa’s clinical interests include the surgical treatment of acute gastrointestinal conditions and trauma. He currently serves as an acute care surgeon and member of the teaching faculty at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth. Since 2020, he has also served as a proctor for the da Vinci® Robotic Surgery system.Dr. Dossa earned his medical degree at the University of Toledo College of Medicine in Ohio. He completed his general surgery residency at Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Dossa is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and is a member of the Eastern Association of the Surgery of Trauma, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, and Texas Medical Association. Away from the operating room, he enjoys traveling, playing tennis and cooking. Dr. Dossa speaks fluent French.
Dr. Dossa is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- EPO
- HMO
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- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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Locations
800 5th Ave, Ste 400, Fort Worth, TX 76104
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Avafia Y. Dossa
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Avafia Y. Dossa?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Avafia Y. Dossa by calling their office at 817-761-7740. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Avafia Y. Dossa a top-rated expert for Ogilvie Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Avafia Y. Dossa is classified as an Distinguished expert for Ogilvie Syndrome, 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. Avafia Y. Dossa specialize in?
While Dr. Avafia Y. Dossa is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Perforation, and Retroperitoneal Inflammation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Avafia Y. Dossa participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Avafia Y. Dossa has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ogilvie Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Avafia Y. Dossa's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Avafia Y. Dossa accept my insurance?
Dr. Avafia Y. Dossa accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 817-761-7740 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Dossa isDistinguished. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
- Advanced
- CellulitisDr. Dossa isAdvanced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Dossa isAdvanced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- DeliriumDr. Dossa isAdvanced. Learn about Delirium.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Dossa isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gastrointestinal PerforationDr. Dossa isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Perforation.
- Hypovolemic ShockDr. Dossa isAdvanced. Learn about Hypovolemic Shock.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Dossa isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Dossa isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Biliary AtresiaDr. Dossa isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Atresia.
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Dossa isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Dossa isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Dossa isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.