Dr. George Rateb
Overview
George Rateb, M.D., FASGE, FJGES, is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine’s Division of Digestive and Liver Diseases at UT Southwestern Medical Center. He specializes in interventional hepatobiliary endoscopy, third-space digestive endoscopy techniques, and complex endoscopic procedures.Dr. Rateb earned his medical degree at Cairo University in Egypt, where he also earned a master's degree and defended a doctoral thesis in internal medicine. After completing a residency in internal medicine at Cairo University Hospitals, he gained advanced training through fellowships in gastroenterology and interventional hepatobiliary endoscopy at Paul Sabatier University in Toulouse, France, and pursued further supplementary training in third-space endoscopy in Japan and Belgium. He also holds a master’s degree in management and health leadership from McGill University.Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in gastroenterology, he joined the UT Southwestern faculty in 2024.Prior to joining UT Southwestern, Dr. Rateb established the Interventional Endoscopy Fellowship Program at the University of Sherbrooke in Quebec, Canada, where he served as an Associate Professor and provided training and mentorship to numerous national and international graduates. He later served as Professor and Chief of the Gastroenterology Division at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.Dr. Rateb is a Fellow of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and an international elected fellow of the Japan Gastroenterological Endoscopy Society. He is also a member of the Canadian Medical Association, the French Society of Digestive Endoscopy, and the Quebec Association of Gastroenterologists.He has delivered presentations around the world and has published peer-reviewed academic articles related to his areas of expertise.
Dr. Rateb is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Cholestasis, and Endoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles.
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8440 Walnut Hill Ln, Ste 700, Dallas, TX 75231
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. George Rateb
How do I make an appointment with Dr. George Rateb?
You can book an appointment with Dr. George Rateb by calling their office at 214-645-7408. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. George Rateb a top-rated expert for Hereditary Pancreatitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. George Rateb is classified as an Advanced expert for Hereditary Pancreatitis, 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. George Rateb specialize in?
While Dr. George Rateb is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Hereditary Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, and Acute Pancreatitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. George Rateb participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. George Rateb has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hereditary Pancreatitis. You can view a list of Dr. George Rateb's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. George Rateb accept my insurance?
Dr. George Rateb accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 214-645-7408 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Acute PancreatitisDr. Rateb isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Rateb isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholestasisDr. Rateb isAdvanced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Rateb isAdvanced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
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- Accessory PancreasDr. Rateb isExperienced. Learn about Accessory Pancreas.
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- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Rateb isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Rateb isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.