Overview
Dr. Erich M. Sturgis is a Professor of Head and Neck Surgery and Deputy Chair in the Bobby R. Alford Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery. His surgical practice is focused on thyroid cancer, sarcomas of the head and neck region, and melanoma/non-melanoma skin cancers. He has devoted much of his academic career to HPV-related oropharyngeal cancer and working to broadly disseminate the message of preventive HPV vaccination.
Dr. Sturgis is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Cancer, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Human Papillomavirus Infection, Gastrostomy, and Thyroidectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 270 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. Dr. Sturgis is currently accepting new patients.
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1977 Butler Blvd, Ste E5.200, 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.
2 Clinical Trials
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Erich M. Sturgis
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Erich M. Sturgis?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Erich M. Sturgis by calling their office at 713-798-5900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Erich M. Sturgis a top-rated expert for Thyroid Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Erich M. Sturgis is classified as an Elite expert for Thyroid 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. Erich M. Sturgis specialize in?
While Dr. Erich M. Sturgis is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Thyroid Cancer, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), and Human Papillomavirus Infection. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. Erich M. Sturgis participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Erich M. Sturgis has published 270 articles and abstracts on conditions like Thyroid Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Erich M. Sturgis's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Erich M. Sturgis accept my insurance?
Dr. Erich M. Sturgis accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-798-5900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Elite
- Thyroid CancerDr. Sturgis isElite. Learn about Thyroid Cancer.
- Distinguished
- Adenoid Cystic CarcinomaDr. Sturgis isDistinguished. Learn about Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma.
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Sturgis isDistinguished. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- Eccrine PorocarcinomaDr. Sturgis isDistinguished. Learn about Eccrine Porocarcinoma.
- Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC)Dr. Sturgis isDistinguished. Learn about Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC).
- Human Papillomavirus InfectionDr. Sturgis isDistinguished. Learn about Human Papillomavirus Infection.
- Laryngeal CancerDr. Sturgis isDistinguished. Learn about Laryngeal Cancer.
- Advanced
- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands
- Angiosarcoma of the ScalpDr. Sturgis isAdvanced. Learn about Angiosarcoma of the Scalp.
- Follicular Thyroid CancerDr. Sturgis isAdvanced. Learn about Follicular Thyroid Cancer.
- GastrostomyDr. Sturgis isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Medullary Thyroid CarcinomaDr. Sturgis isAdvanced. Learn about Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma.
- Salivary Gland TumorsDr. Sturgis isAdvanced. Learn about Salivary Gland Tumors.
- Experienced
- Dry MouthDr. Sturgis isExperienced. Learn about Dry Mouth.
- Ear CancerDr. Sturgis isExperienced. Learn about Ear Cancer.
- Ewing SarcomaDr. Sturgis isExperienced. Learn about Ewing Sarcoma.
- Laryngeal Nerve DamageDr. Sturgis isExperienced. Learn about Laryngeal Nerve Damage.
- LaryngectomyDr. Sturgis isExperienced. Learn about Laryngectomy.
- LeukoplakiaDr. Sturgis isExperienced. Learn about Leukoplakia.