Overview
Gurinder Luthra is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Galveston, Texas.
Dr. Luthra is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Luthra is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX 77555
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Luthra 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.
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.
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. Dr. Thosani is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Gurinder K. Luthra
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Gurinder K. Luthra?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Gurinder K. Luthra by calling their office at 409-772-2222. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Gurinder K. Luthra a top-rated expert for Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Gurinder K. Luthra is classified as an Advanced expert for Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, 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. Gurinder K. Luthra specialize in?
While Dr. Gurinder K. Luthra is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Crohn's Disease, and Ulcerative Colitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Gurinder K. Luthra participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Gurinder K. Luthra has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis. You can view a list of Dr. Gurinder K. Luthra's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Gurinder K. Luthra accept my insurance?
Dr. Gurinder K. Luthra accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 409-772-2222 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Luthra isAdvanced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Luthra isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Luthra isAdvanced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Dubin-Johnson SyndromeDr. Luthra isAdvanced. Learn about Dubin-Johnson Syndrome.
- EndoscopyDr. Luthra isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- EsophagitisDr. Luthra isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Luthra isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Luthra isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Rotor SyndromeDr. Luthra isAdvanced. Learn about Rotor Syndrome.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Luthra isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Luthra isAdvanced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Luthra isAdvanced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Luthra isAdvanced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AnemiaDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- AscitesDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- CholestasisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- CirrhosisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColitisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColonoscopyDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Cronkhite-Canada DiseaseDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
- E Coli EnteritisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about E Coli Enteritis.
- EncopresisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Eosinophilic ColitisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Colitis.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- GastritisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- GastroparesisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- HeartburnDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Heartburn.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- HepatitisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hepatitis CDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- HiccupsDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Hiccups.
- IndigestionDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Intestinal Pseudo-ObstructionDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- JaundiceDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Juvenile Polyposis SyndromeDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome.
- Lactose IntoleranceDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Lactose Intolerance.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Mallory-Weiss SyndromeDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Mallory-Weiss Syndrome.
- Morning SicknessDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)Dr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- ProctitisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Pseudomembranous ColitisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomembranous Colitis.
- Sclerosing MesenteritisDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Mesenteritis.
- TenesmusDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Tenesmus.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- VisceromegalyDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Luthra isExperienced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.
