
Overview
Gastroenterologist Dr. Jigar Patel, who sees patients 18 and older, is board certified in internal medicine. After earning his undergraduate degree in microbiology from California State University in Northbridge, he completed his medical degree and an internship at Kasturba Medical College in Manipal, India. His internship and residency at MedStar Georgetown University/Washington Hospital Center was followed by fellowships in gastroenterology and hepatology at MD Anderson Cancer Center and advanced endoscopy at McGovern Medical School. Dr. Patel’s primary clinical interests are complex polyp resection and advanced endoscopic procedures to diagnose and treat disorders of the pancreas. He treats abdominal pain, weight loss, reflux disease and gastrointestinal motility disorders. Dr. Patel has advanced training in therapeutic endoscopy, particularly endoscopic ultrasound, colon polypresection and ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography) for management of complex pancreas disease. At the foundation of Dr. Patel’s highly personalized approach to care is his desire to help patients improve their quality of life. He takes time to understand their symptoms and explain conditions and treatment plans in detail. One of the most satisfying aspects of his practice is diagnosing and treating pre-cancerous conditions, which allows his patients to avoid major illness.
His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Childhood Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
9180 Pinecroft Dr, Suite 220, The Woodlands, TX 77380
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Patel 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.
Mazen Noureddin is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Noureddin is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Noureddin is currently accepting new patients.
Baylor College Of Medicine - Gastroenterology
Dr. Mohamed Othman is the William T. Butler Endowed Chair for Distinguished Faculty and Professor of Medicine, Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology at Baylor College of Medicine. He is also Service Line Chief, Gastroenterology Section at Baylor St Luke's Medical Center; and Member of the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center at Baylor College of Medicine.Dr. Othman’s clinical interests include: endoscopic submucosal dissection, endoscopic mucosal resection, barrett's esophagus surveillance and ablation, chronic and acute pancreatitis, pancreatic cysts, pancreatic cancer screening for high-risk patients, endoscopic ultrasound, ERCP and cholangioscopy with laser; colorectal cancer screening & colonoscopy; per-oral endoscopic myotomy (POEM); gastric per-oral endoscopic myotomy for gastroparesis; and full thickness endoscopic resection.His professional skills cover tissue resection techniques such as ESD and EMR; management of chronic pancreatitis; endoscopic necrosectomy; EUS-assisted ERCP; per oral endoscopic myotomy; management of pancreatic cysts; and management of Barrett's Esophagus.Dr. Othman received his medical degree from the University of Mansoura School of Medicine in Mansoura, Egypt. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in Albuquerque, where he was also a Gastroenterology and Hepatology Fellow. He also completed a Fellowship in Advanced Endoscopy at the Mayo Clinic Jacksonville in Jacksonville, Florida.Dr. Othman holds certifications from the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Gastroenterology. He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, American Gastroenterology Association, American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and American College of Physicians.Among his numerous awards, Dr. Othman received the 2014 Diversity Award from the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. Dr. Othman is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Colorectal Polyps, Achalasia, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Othman is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jigar M. Patel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jigar M. Patel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jigar M. Patel by calling their office at 713-897-7621. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jigar M. Patel a top-rated expert for Swallowing Difficulty?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jigar M. Patel 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. Jigar M. Patel specialize in?
While Dr. Jigar M. Patel is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Swallowing Difficulty, 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. Jigar M. Patel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jigar M. Patel has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Swallowing Difficulty. You can view a list of Dr. Jigar M. Patel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jigar M. Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Jigar M. Patel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-897-7621 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acute PancreatitisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- EndoscopyDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Exocrine Pancreatic InsufficiencyDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- GastrostomyDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- HepatitisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- IndigestionDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- JaundiceDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Liver FailureDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Morning SicknessDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- PancreatectomyDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Sphincter of Oddi DysfunctionDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- VisceromegalyDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.

