Expertise in
2
conditions

Dr. Christy Y. Chai

General Surgery
Michael E. Debakey Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center
2002 Holcombe Blvd, 
Houston, TX 
Expertise in
2
conditions
Michael E. Debakey Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center
2002 Holcombe Blvd, 
Houston, TX 

Overview

Christy Chai is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas.

Dr. Chai is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Anal Cancer, Gallbladder Removal, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 28 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in TX

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

Michael E. Debakey Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center
2002 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030

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.

28 Total Publications

ASO Visual Abstract: Shifting Paradigm: Utilization and Outcomes of Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy for cT4 & cN2 Colon Cancers.
ASO Visual Abstract: Shifting Paradigm: Utilization and Outcomes of Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy for cT4 & cN2 Colon Cancers.
Journal: Annals of surgical oncology
Published: February 21, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Christy Y. Chai

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Is Dr. Christy Y. Chai a top-rated expert for Gallbladder Removal?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christy Y. Chai is classified as an Advanced expert for Gallbladder Removal, 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. Christy Y. Chai specialize in?

While Dr. Christy Y. Chai is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gallbladder Removal, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Cholecystitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Christy Y. Chai participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Christy Y. Chai has published 28 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gallbladder Removal. You can view a list of Dr. Christy Y. Chai's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Christy Y. Chai accept my insurance?

Dr. Christy Y. Chai accepts most major insurance plans, including Humana and UnitedHealthcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-471-6267 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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