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 Jaundice, Childhood Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles.
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9180 Pinecroft Dr, Suite 220, The Woodlands, TX 77380
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jigar Patel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jigar Patel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jigar 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 Patel a top-rated expert for Jaundice?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jigar Patel is classified as an Experienced expert for Jaundice, 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 Patel specialize in?
While Dr. Jigar Patel is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Jaundice, 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 Patel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jigar Patel has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Jaundice. You can view a list of Dr. Jigar 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 Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Jigar 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.