Overview
Dr. Leka Gajula earned her medical degree at Bangalore University in India. She completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at the University of Illinois and a fellowship in gastroenterology at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. Dr. Gajula, who has been in practice in the Houston area since 2000, is board certified in gastroenterology and treats patients ages 18 and older. Her primary clinical interests are general gastroenterology, Crohn's Disease, ulcerative colitis and colonoscopy. She treats stomach, intestine, colon and pancreatic problems, as well as indigestion, heartburn, gas and bloating, irritable bowel disease, constipation, diarrhea, anemia, rectal bleeding, swallowing disorders and hepatitis. Her practice philosophy centers on compassionate care combined with results-oriented treatment. Her patients appreciate her bedside manner and thorough knowledge of her specialty. She is available to schedule weekend appointments. A Houston resident, Dr. Gajula enjoys horseback riding, archery and cooking when she is away from her practice.
Dr. Gajula is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
Dr. Gajula is currently accepting new patients.
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Dr. Gajula 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Leka Gajula
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Leka Gajula?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Leka Gajula by calling their office at 281-565-1009. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Leka Gajula a top-rated expert for Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Leka Gajula is classified as an Advanced expert for Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, 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. Leka Gajula specialize in?
While Dr. Leka Gajula is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, and Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Leka Gajula accept my insurance?
Dr. Leka Gajula accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 281-565-1009 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Autoimmune HepatitisDr. Gajula isAdvanced. Learn about Autoimmune Hepatitis.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Gajula isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- ColitisDr. Gajula isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Gajula isAdvanced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Gajula isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
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- Anal FissureDr. Gajula isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- AnemiaDr. Gajula isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Gajula isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Gajula isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Gajula isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Gajula isExperienced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.