
Overview
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.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 224 peer reviewed articles and participating in 5 clinical trials. Dr. Thosani is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
6400 Fannin St, Suite 1400, Houston, TX 77030
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Thosani 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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5 Clinical Trials
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.
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.
Baylor Medicine Gastroenterology
Fasiha Kanwal is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Kanwal is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Liver Cancer, Liver Transplant, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery. Dr. Kanwal is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nirav C. Thosani
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nirav C. Thosani?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nirav C. Thosani by calling their office at 713-486-1190. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nirav C. Thosani a top-rated expert for Choledocholithiasis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nirav C. Thosani is classified as an Elite expert for Choledocholithiasis, 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. Nirav C. Thosani specialize in?
While Dr. Nirav C. Thosani is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Choledocholithiasis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Nirav C. Thosani participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nirav C. Thosani has published 221 articles and abstracts on conditions like Choledocholithiasis. You can view a list of Dr. Nirav C. Thosani's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nirav C. Thosani accept my insurance?
Dr. Nirav C. Thosani accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-486-1190 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Elite
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Thosani isElite. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Thosani isElite. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- EndoscopyDr. Thosani isElite. Learn about Endoscopy.
- GastrostomyDr. Thosani isElite. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Distinguished
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Thosani isDistinguished. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Thosani isDistinguished. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Thosani isDistinguished. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Thosani isDistinguished. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Thosani isDistinguished. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholestasisDr. Thosani isDistinguished. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Thosani isDistinguished. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Thosani isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- GallstonesDr. Thosani isDistinguished. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Thosani isDistinguished. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Thosani isDistinguished. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Thosani isDistinguished. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Thosani isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Thosani isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Thosani isDistinguished. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.
- Advanced
- AchalasiaDr. Thosani isAdvanced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Thosani isAdvanced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Bile Duct CystsDr. Thosani isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Cysts.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
- CholangitisDr. Thosani isAdvanced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Thosani isAdvanced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Thosani isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Thosani isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- DiarrheaDr. Thosani isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- EsophagitisDr. Thosani isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Thosani isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Thosani isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Thosani isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Thosani isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- JaundiceDr. Thosani isAdvanced. Learn about Jaundice.
- LithotripsyDr. Thosani isAdvanced. Learn about Lithotripsy.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Thosani isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Pancreatic Ductal AdenocarcinomaDr. Thosani isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma.
- Pancreatic Islet Cell TumorDr. Thosani isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor.
- Stomach CancerDr. Thosani isAdvanced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Thosani isAdvanced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- Experienced
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- AnemiaDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- CholecystitisDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- CirrhosisDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColitisDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColostomyDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Exocrine Pancreatic InsufficiencyDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastric BypassDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Bypass.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- GastritisDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- GastroparesisDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- GlucagonomaDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Glucagonoma.
- HeartburnDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Heartburn.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- IndigestionDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Intestinal Pseudo-ObstructionDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- Liver CancerDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- Liver TransplantDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Liver Transplant.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- MalabsorptionDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Malabsorption.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Morning SicknessDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Neuroma Biliary TractDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Neuroma Biliary Tract.
- Nutcracker Syndrome (NCS)Dr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Nutcracker Syndrome (NCS).
- ObesityDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Obesity.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- PancreatectomyDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
- Peutz-Jeghers SyndromeDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM)
- Sclerosing CholangitisDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Cholangitis.
- Sclerosing MesenteritisDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Mesenteritis.
- Spontaneous Bacterial PeritonitisDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis.
- Stent PlacementDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Stent Placement.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Thosani isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
