
Overview
After attending medical school at Saint Joseph University in Lebanon, Dr Fahed completed his residency training in internal medicine at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He then moved to the Midwest, where he completed a fellowship in gastroenterology at Aurora Health Care, the largest health care system in Wisconsin. Board certified in gastroenterology, Dr. Fahed specializes in all aspects of gastroenterology and advanced endoscopy, including management of obesity, inflammatory bowel diseases, pancreatobiliary diseases, esophageal diseases, hepatitis C and colon cancer screening. Some of the procedures offered by Dr. Fahed include EGD, colonoscopy, ERCP, EUS, EMR, luminal stenting, TIF, ESG and TORe. Understanding the importance of listening to his patients and building a professional relationship based on trust, Dr. Fahed also believes in bringing personal, social, psychological and spiritual factors into the healing process and the power of teamwork. The principal and co-author of many published manuscripts and abstracts in leading international journals in the fields of gastroenterology and endoscopy, Dr. Fahed also is a principal author in several medical books, including discussing the management of diarrhea in the Intensive Care Unit. He has been invited to present his research at international meetings, including at Digestive Disease Week (DDW) and the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG). Dr. Fahed’s four siblings are also physicians. When Dr. Fahed is not helping his patients, he enjoys spending time with his family, traveling and sampling new and interesting cuisines. He also plays the guitar and piano.
Dr. Fahed is highly rated in 42 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Colonoscopy, and Gastrostomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Fahed is currently accepting new patients.
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Dr. Fahed 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
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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.
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.
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. Julien Fahed
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Julien Fahed?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Julien Fahed by calling their office at 713-932-9200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Julien Fahed a top-rated expert for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Julien Fahed is classified as an Distinguished expert for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), 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. Julien Fahed specialize in?
While Dr. Julien Fahed is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, and Painful Swallowing. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Julien Fahed participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Julien Fahed has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). You can view a list of Dr. Julien Fahed's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Julien Fahed accept my insurance?
Dr. Julien Fahed accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-932-9200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Fahed isDistinguished. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- Advanced
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- ColitisDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColonoscopyDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- DiarrheaDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- EsophagitisDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- GastroparesisDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- IndigestionDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Morning SicknessDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Painful SwallowingDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Fahed isAdvanced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
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- AchalasiaDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Anal FissureDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- AnemiaDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- AscitesDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Autoimmune HepatitisDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Autoimmune Hepatitis.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Bile Acid MalabsorptionDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Bile Acid Malabsorption.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- CholangitisDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)Dr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC).
- CirrhosisDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- EncopresisDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- EndoscopyDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Exocrine Pancreatic InsufficiencyDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- GastrectomyDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- GastritisDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- GastrostomyDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- HeartburnDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Heartburn.
- HepatitisDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hepatitis CDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- JaundiceDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Levator SyndromeDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Levator Syndrome.
- Liver FailureDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Mallory-Weiss SyndromeDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Mallory-Weiss Syndrome.
- MalnutritionDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- ObesityDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Obesity.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- ProctitisDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Protein DeficiencyDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Protein Deficiency.
- Pseudomembranous ColitisDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomembranous Colitis.
- Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM)
- Sclerosing CholangitisDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Cholangitis.
- Stomach CancerDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- TenesmusDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Tenesmus.
- VisceromegalyDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Fahed isExperienced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.

