Overview
Claire F. Ozaki, M.D. was born in St. Louis, Missouri and grew up in Hawaii and Nebraska. In 1984, she received her M.D. degree from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine in Omaha. After completing a 6-year surgical residency which included one year of research, she stayed at the University of Nebraska and completed a two year transplant surgery fellowship, specializing in liver, kidney and pancreas transplantation. Dr. Ozaki is board certified in general surgery and has been performing complex abdominal surgeries since 1990. She now specializes in acute care general surgery. Dr. Ozaki and the acute care surgery team apply the most innovative surgical techniques and evidence-based care delivery methods, work as a team to be readily available to our patients, and achieve the highest published standards of surgical outcomes.
Dr. Ozaki is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Ozaki is currently accepting new patients.
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7200 Cambridge St, Ste 6B-1, Houston, TX 77030
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Claire F. Ozaki
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Claire F. Ozaki?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Claire F. Ozaki by calling their office at 713-798-7911. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Claire F. Ozaki a top-rated expert for Hernia Surgery?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Claire F. Ozaki is classified as an Advanced expert for Hernia Surgery, 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. Claire F. Ozaki specialize in?
While Dr. Claire F. Ozaki is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia Surgery, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Ogilvie Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Claire F. Ozaki participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Claire F. Ozaki has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hernia Surgery. You can view a list of Dr. Claire F. Ozaki's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Claire F. Ozaki accept my insurance?
Dr. Claire F. Ozaki accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-798-7911 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Hernia SurgeryDr. Ozaki isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Ozaki isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
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- Acute PancreatitisDr. Ozaki isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Ozaki isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- CellulitisDr. Ozaki isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Ozaki isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Ozaki isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Ozaki isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.