Ibrahim M. Alava-Iii
Expertise in
1
conditions
Expertise in
1
conditions
6400 Fannin St, Ste 2700, 
Houston, TX 

Overview

Dr. Ibrahim Alava earned his medical degree at The University of Miami and completed his internship and residency at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). Board certified in otolaryngology (ENT), Dr. Alava has been in practice since 2008. His clinical interests include new innovations in the treatment of subglottic stenosis, endocrine head and neck surgery, skin cancers of the head and neck, and all aspects of general otolaryngology. He also treats allergies, chronic sinusitis, hearing loss, tumors, facial trauma, nasal polyps, deviated septum, smell disorders and swallowing disorders. Dr. Alava serves as an assistant professor in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth. His research interests revolve around patient-centered outcomes and healthcare disparities in the underserved. Patients describe Dr. Alava as an excellent listener who answers questions fully and provides clear instructions. They rate him highly on the amount of time he spends with patients and his friendliness and caring attitude. His patients also report a high degree of satisfaction with their treatment outcomes.

Dr. Alava-Iii is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, and Tinnitus.

Dr. Alava-Iii is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Otolaryngology

Licenses

Otolaryngology in TX

Hospital Affiliations

Harris Health
Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center
Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital
Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

Find your insurance
Find your insuranceClose

Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
AvMed
  • HMO
  • POS
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

Accepted plan types not found. Please verify directly with the provider.

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
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Superior Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Sutter Health
  • HMO
  • 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
View 12 Less Insurance Carriers -

Locations

6400 Fannin St, Ste 2700, Houston, TX 77030
Similar Doctors
Expertise in
22
conditions
Otolaryngology
Expertise in
22
conditions
Otolaryngology
Referral may be required

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
Houston, TX 
 (0.6 miles away)
Languages Spoken:
English
Offers Telehealth

Mark Zafereo is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Zafereo is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Cancer, Papillary Thyroid Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Laryngectomy.

Expertise in
24
conditions
Otolaryngology | Surgical Oncology
Expertise in
24
conditions
Otolaryngology | Surgical Oncology
Referral may be required

Baylor College Of Medicine - Otolaryngology

1977 Butler Blvd, Ste E5.200, 
Houston, TX 
 (1.0 miles away)
Languages Spoken:
English
Accepting New Patients

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 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Cancer, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Human Papillomavirus Infection, Gastrostomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Sturgis is currently accepting new patients.

Expertise in
14
conditions
Otolaryngology
Expertise in
14
conditions
Otolaryngology
Referral may be required

Baylor College Of Medicine - Otolaryngology

1977 Butler Blvd, Ste E5.200, 
Houston, TX 
 (1.0 miles away)
Languages Spoken:
English, Spanish
Accepting New Patients

After completing residency training in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Dr. Ongkasuwan went on to complete fellowships in Pediatric Otolaryngology and Laryngology Care of the Professional Voice. She sees both adult and pediatric patients with voice, airway, and swallowing disorders. At the Baylor College of Medicine Institute for Voice and Swallowing and the Texas Children's Hospital Voice Clinic, Dr. Ongkasuwan combines state of the art imaging technology with a holistic multidisciplinary approach to laryngeal disorders. Dr. Ongkasuwan is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Laryngitis, Croup, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Endoscopy, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Ongkasuwan is currently accepting new patients.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ibrahim M. Alava-Iii

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ibrahim M. Alava-Iii?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Ibrahim M. Alava-Iii by calling their office at 713-486-5000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Ibrahim M. Alava-Iii a top-rated expert for Infant Hearing Loss?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ibrahim M. Alava-Iii is classified as an Advanced expert for Infant Hearing Loss, 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. Ibrahim M. Alava-Iii specialize in?

While Dr. Ibrahim M. Alava-Iii is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Infant Hearing Loss, Laryngeal Cancer, and Throat Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.

Does Dr. Ibrahim M. Alava-Iii accept my insurance?

Dr. Ibrahim M. Alava-Iii accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and AvMed. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-486-5000 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.

Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers

Find Dr. Alava-Iii's expertise for a condition
ConditionClose
      View All 64 Experienced Conditions
      Want to save this doctor for later?
      Sign Up
      Is this your doctor?
      Find A Second Opinion
      Not sure about your diagnosis?
      Check Your Symptoms
       
       
       
       
      Learn about our expert tiers
      Learn More
      Are you the provider on this profile?
      Claim Profile