Overview
Dr. Dharmendra Verma earned his medical degree from the College of Medical Sciences at the University of Delhi in India. He completed his internship, residency and fellowship at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. In practice since 2004, Dr. Verma is board certified in gastroenterology and treats patients 16 years and older. He speaks Hindi and Punjabi and provides Spanish translation. His primary clinical interests are gastroenterology, nutrition and hepatology. Dr. Verma’s practice is based on a holistic, multidisciplinary approach to health optimization. He tailors the latest diagnostic tools, treatment modalities and management of gastrointestinal ailments to meet individual patient needs. His experience in hepatology and nutritional science allows comprehensive care of gastrointestinal health and establishes a foundation for long-lasting healthy outcomes. His patients describe him as personable, professional, accessible and compassionate. They say he answers questions thoroughly and offers well-explained options for treatment. Dr. Verma is a member of the American Gastroenterology Association, American College of Gastroenterology and Texas Society of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy. A resident of Katy, Dr. Verma likes to spend his leisure time running, bicycling and coaching Little League.
Dr. Verma is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Hepatitis, Esophageal Varices, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Verma is currently accepting new patients.
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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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Mazen Noureddin is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 24 years. Dr. Noureddin is highly rated in 23 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.
Houston Methodist Gastroenterology Associates
Saurabh Chandan is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Chandan is highly rated in 48 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Polyps, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
Ertan Digestive Disease Center At Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Dharmendra Verma
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Dharmendra Verma?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Dharmendra Verma by calling their office at 713-486-5300. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Dharmendra Verma a top-rated expert for Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Dharmendra Verma is classified as an Distinguished expert for Trichohepatoenteric 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. Dharmendra Verma specialize in?
While Dr. Dharmendra Verma is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Hepatitis, and Esophageal Varices. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Dharmendra Verma accept my insurance?
Dr. Dharmendra Verma accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-486-5300 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Verma isDistinguished. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- HepatitisDr. Verma isDistinguished. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Verma isDistinguished. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
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- Autoimmune HepatitisDr. Verma isAdvanced. Learn about Autoimmune Hepatitis.
- CirrhosisDr. Verma isAdvanced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Verma isAdvanced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- EndoscopyDr. Verma isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Verma isAdvanced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Verma isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Experienced
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Verma isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AscitesDr. Verma isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Verma isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Verma isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- CholangitisDr. Verma isExperienced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- Congenital Hepatic FibrosisDr. Verma isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Hepatic Fibrosis.