
Overview
Dr. Julie Lynn Holihan earned her medical degree from the University of Nevada School of Medicine in Reno. She completed an internship and residency in general surgery and a fellowship in minimally invasive surgery and bariatric surgery at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). Dr. Holihan, who has been in practice since 2012, is board certified in general surgery and treats patients age 18 and older. Her primary clinical interests are ventral, inguinal and hiatal hernias; bariatric surgery; foregut/reflux; and general surgery. Her fellowship training in minimally invasive and robotic surgery allows her to provide a minimally invasive surgical approach whenever possible. She also has extensive research experience in the management of ventral hernias and brings evidence-based treatments to hernia care. She takes time to explain things and develops a personalized treatment plan for each patient. She is a member of the American College of Surgeons, Americas Hernia Society, Academic Surgical Society and Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons. Dr. Holihan is married and the mother of a young son. In her leisure time, she enjoys running, Peloton, trying new restaurants and spending time with her family and friends.
Dr. Holihan is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 85 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Holihan is currently accepting new patients.
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Dr. Todd David Wilson is an assistant professor of surgery at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston who focuses on advanced surgery of the abdomen and gastrointestinal tract. He graduated from the United States Naval Academy with a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry and then served in the United States Navy as a Surface Warfare Officer for six years. After three decorated tours of service, he found his home in Houston where he earned his medical degree from The University of Texas Medical School at Houston in 2003. He stayed at the university to complete his surgical residency training in 2008 and then completed advanced training with a fellowship of Minimally Invasive Surgery. Dr. Wilson joined the faculty at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston in 2009 where he practices surgery that embraces state of the art techniques to proved patients with optimal surgical results with the least impact on the patient. At the medical school, he serves as the Medical Director of Surgical Training and part of the Elective General Surgery team. He is active academically with membership in several medical societies and has received academic recognition and published or presented articles. Dr. Wilson is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Wilson is currently accepting new patients.
Erik B. Wilson, MD, is Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery at Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center, Professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston, and the Director of the Minimally Invasive Surgeons of Texas (MIST). He is the Division Chief of Elective General Surgery for the UT Department of Surgery. Dr. Wilson graduated from college with highest honors from Texas A&M University and completed his Medical Degree from Baylor College of Medicine. He completed a general surgery residency at Texas A&M and a fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston. He is also the Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery for Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center. Dr. Wilson is Co-Founder of the Texas Association for Bariatric Surgery and Houston Bariatric Society. He is a founder and the Past President of the Clinical Robotic Surgery Association. He is a leader in endoluminal and robotic General Surgery since 2002 with over 1000 cases performed robotically. He specializes in weight loss surgery, reflux surgery, hernias and minimally invasive general surgery. Dr. Wilson is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastric Bypass, and Endoscopy. Dr. Wilson is currently accepting new patients.
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Funda Meric is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Meric is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum, Breast Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, and Mastectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Julie L. Holihan
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Julie L. Holihan?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Julie L. Holihan by calling their office at 713-486-1330. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Julie L. Holihan a top-rated expert for Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Julie L. Holihan is classified as an Elite expert for Hernia, 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. Julie L. Holihan specialize in?
While Dr. Julie L. Holihan is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, and Hernia Surgery. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Julie L. Holihan participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Julie L. Holihan has published 85 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. Julie L. Holihan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Julie L. Holihan accept my insurance?
Dr. Julie L. Holihan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-486-1330 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- HerniaDr. Holihan isElite. Learn about Hernia.
- Advanced
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Holihan isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Umbilical HerniaDr. Holihan isAdvanced. Learn about Umbilical Hernia.
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- AppendectomyDr. Holihan isExperienced. Learn about Appendectomy.
- AppendicitisDr. Holihan isExperienced. Learn about Appendicitis.
- Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Holihan isExperienced. Learn about Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Diastasis RectiDr. Holihan isExperienced. Learn about Diastasis Recti.
- EndoscopyDr. Holihan isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- FasciotomyDr. Holihan isExperienced. Learn about Fasciotomy.
- Femoral HerniaDr. Holihan isExperienced. Learn about Femoral Hernia.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Holihan isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Holihan isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Holihan isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
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