
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.
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Houston Colon - Med Center
Eric Haas is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Haas is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Crohn's Disease, Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy.
Mohummed Khani, MD completed his medical degree at the University of Aleppo – Faculty of Medicine in Syria. He went on to complete his general surgery residency at North Shore LIJ Health System in Staten Island, New York and his fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at St. Vincent Health System in Erie, Pennsylvania as well as Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Khani chose to become a physician and specialize in surgery because he wanted to decrease suffering for all and help his patients. Fluent in English and Arabic, Dr. Khani is board certified in General Surgery by the American Board of Surgery and board certified in colon and rectal surgery by American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery. He sees patients for the diagnosis and treatment of rectal pain, anal pain, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, rectal bleeding, hemorrhoids, and more. He also sees patients for both diagnostic and screening colonoscopies. Dr. Khani’s clinical interests include minimally-invasive surgeries and robotic surgery for a variety of conditions including diverticulitis, colon cancer, rectal cancer, and inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Dr. Khani builds good relationships with his patients as they compile a detailed medical history and make a strategy for helping the patient feel better again. He wants each of his patients to be pleased with their outcome, and the best part of his job is when he gets to see a patient out of surgery who is happy and feeling great. He truly loves his profession and what he gets to do every day. In his spare time, Dr. Khani enjoys swimming, playing tennis, watching basketball, traveling, and spending time with family. Dr. Khani is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Cholecystitis, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery.
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Keila Torres is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Torres is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Liposarcoma, Fibrosarcoma, and Lymphadenectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Erik Askenasy
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Erik Askenasy?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Erik Askenasy by calling their office at 713-486-4670. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
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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- Colorectal CancerDr. Askenasy isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Askenasy isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- HerniaDr. Askenasy isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia.
- IleostomyDr. Askenasy isAdvanced. Learn about Ileostomy.
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Askenasy isAdvanced. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
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- Anal CancerDr. Askenasy isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Askenasy isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Askenasy isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColostomyDr. Askenasy isExperienced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Askenasy isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Askenasy isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
