Digestive Associates Of Houston PA
4100 S Shepherd Dr, 
Houston, TX 

Overview

Ikenna Emelogu is a Gastroenterologist in Houston, Texas. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Chronic Pancreatitis, Jaundice, Endoscopy, and Stent Placement.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in TX

Hospital Affiliations

Baylor St Lukes Medical Center
Houston Methodist Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Baylor Scott & White Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Superior Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • 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

Digestive Associates of Houston PA
4100 S Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77098
Other Locations
Dallas County Hospital District
5200 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75235

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ikenna Emelogu

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ikenna Emelogu?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Ikenna Emelogu by calling their office at 713-795-4444. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Ikenna Emelogu a top-rated expert for Swallowing Difficulty?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ikenna Emelogu is classified as an Experienced expert for Swallowing Difficulty, 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. Ikenna Emelogu specialize in?

While Dr. Ikenna Emelogu is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Stent Placement. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Ikenna Emelogu participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Ikenna Emelogu has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Swallowing Difficulty. You can view a list of Dr. Ikenna Emelogu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Ikenna Emelogu accept my insurance?

Dr. Ikenna Emelogu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Baylor Scott & White Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-795-4444 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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