Overview
Co-director of the Memorial Hermann Southeast Esophageal Disease Center Michel I. Kafrouni, M.D., co-director of the Memorial Hermann Southeast Esophageal Disease Center, focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of benign and malignant diseases of the digestive organs. He has expertise in treating esophageal diseases, motility of the gastrointestinal tract, prevention and diagnosis of malignancies of the gastrointestinal tract and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Kafrouni practices general gastroenterology and hepatology with specific interest in diseases of the esophagus, including gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), achalasia, Barrett’s esophagus, esophageal cancer, dysphagia and other conditions. Dr. Kafrouni received his medical degree from the American University of Beirut in Beirut, Lebanon. He subsequently completed his internal medicine internship and residency at Good Samaritan Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland, a teaching hospital affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Hospital. He continued his medical education at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and the Johns Hopkins Hospital, where he completed a fellowship in gastroenterology in 2008. Board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2005 and the American Board of Gastroenterology since 2009, Dr. Kafrouni is a member of the American Gastroenterology Association, the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, the American College of Gastroenterology and the Texas Medical Association. He is fluent in Arabic and French, and speaks conversational Spanish.
Dr. Kafrouni is highly rated in 70 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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2555 Gulf Fwy S, League City, TX 77573
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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. Michel Kafrouni
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michel Kafrouni?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michel Kafrouni by calling their office at 281-481-9400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michel Kafrouni a top-rated expert for Diverticular Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michel Kafrouni is classified as an Distinguished expert for Diverticular 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. Michel Kafrouni specialize in?
While Dr. Michel Kafrouni is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Diverticular Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Chronic Erosive Gastritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Michel Kafrouni participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michel Kafrouni has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Diverticular Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Michel Kafrouni's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michel Kafrouni accept my insurance?
Dr. Michel Kafrouni accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 281-481-9400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Childhood VolvulusDr. Kafrouni isDistinguished. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Kafrouni isDistinguished. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Kafrouni isDistinguished. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Kafrouni isDistinguished. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- GastritisDr. Kafrouni isDistinguished. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Kafrouni isDistinguished. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
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- AchalasiaDr. Kafrouni isAdvanced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Kafrouni isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Kafrouni isAdvanced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Anal FissureDr. Kafrouni isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- AnemiaDr. Kafrouni isAdvanced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Kafrouni isAdvanced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Experienced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Kafrouni isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Kafrouni isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Kafrouni isExperienced. Learn about Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Berdon SyndromeDr. Kafrouni isExperienced. Learn about Berdon Syndrome.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Kafrouni isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Kafrouni isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.