Erik Askenasy
Expertise in
5
conditions
Expertise in
5
conditions
11920 Astoria Blvd, Ste 330, 
Houston, TX 

Overview

Dr. Erik Askenasy earned his medical degree at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth. He completed his internship and general surgery residency at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, followed by a fellowship in colorectal surgery. In practice since 2005, Dr. Askenasy is board certified in two areas: general surgery and colorectal surgery. He speaks Spanish and treats patients ages 18 and older. His primary clinical interests are colorectal surgery, rectal cancer, colon cancer, robotic surgery and endoluminal surgery. Dr. Askenasy performs minimally invasive colon and rectal surgery with an emphasis on oncologic surgery and bowel surgery for inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's or ulcerative colitis). His practice offers a fully integrated Enhanced Recovery Program, which allows patients to go home as early as the day of or day after bowel surgery. His patients appreciate that he is open, honest and very direct with information. A resident of the Medical Center area, Dr. Askenasy is married and the father of two children. His favorite leisure activities are watching American Ninja Warriorcompetitions and rock climbing.

Dr. Askenasy is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia, Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 16 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.

Graduate Institution

University Of Texas Health Science Center, 2005

Residency

Baylor College of Medicine - Surgery

Specialties

Colorectal Surgery
General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in TX

Fellowships

UT Colon & Rectal Clinic 2013

Hospital Affiliations

Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital
Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital
Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital
Memorial Hermann Memorial City Hospital
Memorial Hermann Pearland Hospital
Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital
Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital
Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center
Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Community Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
Community Health Choice
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
Friday Health

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Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
SelectHealth
  • HMO
  • POS
Superior Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Sutter Health
  • HMO
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

11920 Astoria Blvd, Ste 330, Houston, TX 77089

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Askenasy has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Colorectal Cancer

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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Is Dr. Erik Askenasy a top-rated expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Erik Askenasy is classified as an Advanced expert for Familial Colorectal 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. Erik Askenasy specialize in?

While Dr. Erik Askenasy is a Colorectal Surgery, they have specific expertise in Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia, and Colorectal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Colorectal Surgery.

Does Dr. Erik Askenasy participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Erik Askenasy has published 16 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Erik Askenasy's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Erik Askenasy accept my insurance?

Dr. Erik Askenasy accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-486-4670 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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