Overview
Max Kopitnik is a General Surgeon in Waco, Texas. Dr. Kopitnik has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cholecystitis, Gallstones, and Gallbladder Removal.
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- POS
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
100 Hillcrest Medical Blvd, Waco, TX 76712
50 Hillcrest Medical Blvd Ste 104, Waco, TX 76712
Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Colorectal & General Surgery
Dr. Howton attended University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, where he received his MD in 1990. He then went to Baylor University Medical Center Dallas, Texas, and completed his Internship in 1991 and Residency in 1995. Fellowship training was completed in 1996 at Baylor University Dallas, Texas. He is board-certified in general surgery and colon and rectal surgery. He has a special interest in colonoscopy for the prevention of colon cancer, laparoscopic colon surgery, colon and rectal cancer. He also has a special interest and training in the treatment for hemorrhoids, including methods of treatment completed in the medical office setting.Dr. Howton takes special interest in the treatment for fecal incontinence. Many patients with fecal incontinence are sometimes embarrassed by this problem and their quality of life is affected in a negative way. He has received certification and training in the Sacral Nervous System treatment used to control fecal incontinence. Patients who have had this procedure are very happy with change it has made in their lives. When not seeing patients, Dr. Howton enjoys spending time with his family, watching his sons play sports and following Baylor athletics. Dr. Howton is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction.
Ascension Medical Group Providence General Surgery At Fish Pond
Karen Burnett is a General Surgeon in Waco, Texas. Dr. Burnett is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.
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Todd Moffatt is a General Surgeon in Woodway, Texas. Dr. Moffatt is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Max G. Kopitnik
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Max G. Kopitnik?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Max G. Kopitnik by calling their office at 254-202-2000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Max G. Kopitnik a top-rated expert for Gallbladder Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Max G. Kopitnik is classified as an Experienced expert for Gallbladder Disease, 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. Max G. Kopitnik specialize in?
While Dr. Max G. Kopitnik is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gallbladder Disease, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, and Cholecystitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Max G. Kopitnik accept my insurance?
Dr. Max G. Kopitnik accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 254-202-2000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- CellulitisDr. Kopitnik isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Kopitnik isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Kopitnik isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Kopitnik isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Kopitnik isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.
- GallstonesDr. Kopitnik isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.