Overview
A native Texan, Dr. Lucrecia Sta.Ana received her medical degree from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Subsequently, she completed her general surgery residency at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts, followed by her colon and rectal surgical residency at the Colon and Rectal Clinic of Orlando in Orlando, Florida. Board certified in colon and rectal surgery, Dr. Sta.Ana has practiced medicine since 2008. She treats all aspects of colon and rectal disease; ranging from colorectal cancers to hemorrhoids to fecal incontinence. Dr. Sta.Ana offers the most advanced minimally invasive procedures to treat each patient. She strives to stay on top of cutting-edge technology such as robotic surgery for bowel resection and sacral nerve stimulation for fecal incontinence. She speaks Spanish. In her spare time, Dr. Sta. Ana enjoys exploring new restaurants and travelling with her husband and two children.
Dr. Staana is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Anal Fissure, Encopresis, and Hernia Surgery.
Dr. Staana is currently accepting new patients.
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Houston Colon - Med Center
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Houston native Dr. Tal Raphaeli earned his undergraduate degree at The University of Texas at Austin and his medical degree at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. He completed his residency in general surgery at Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle and a fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at the Swedish Medical Center in Seattle. Dr. Raphaeli, who has been in practice since 2006, is board certified in both general surgery and colorectal surgery. He treats patients of all ages. Dr. Raphaeli specializes in endoscopy and treatment of common anorectal disorders such as hemorrhoids, fissures and pelvic floor disorders. He utilizes advanced techniques, including minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery, for the treatment of cancer and benign diseases. Dr. Raphaeli enjoys getting to know his patients and treasures the relationships he has built with each of them over the years. He strives every day to preserve and improve the health and wellbeing of those he treats by providing patient-focused care and exceptional services. Throughout his career, Dr. Raphaeli has presented at numerous regional and national conferences and has authored several published works. Dr. Raphaeli is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Anal Fissure, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lucrecia Staana
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lucrecia Staana?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lucrecia Staana by calling their office at 713-772-1200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Lucrecia Staana a top-rated expert for Hemorrhoids?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lucrecia Staana is classified as an Advanced expert for Hemorrhoids, 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. Lucrecia Staana specialize in?
While Dr. Lucrecia Staana is a Colorectal Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hemorrhoids, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, and Anal Fissure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Colorectal Surgery.
Does Dr. Lucrecia Staana accept my insurance?
Dr. Lucrecia Staana accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-772-1200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Anal FissureDr. Staana isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- Anorectal AbscessDr. Staana isAdvanced. Learn about Anorectal Abscess.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Staana isAdvanced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- EncopresisDr. Staana isAdvanced. Learn about Encopresis.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Staana isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Levator SyndromeDr. Staana isAdvanced. Learn about Levator Syndrome.
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- Anal CancerDr. Staana isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Colorectal CancerDr. Staana isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Cronkhite-Canada DiseaseDr. Staana isExperienced. Learn about Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Staana isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Staana isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.