Overview
Oforbuike Ewelukwa is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Katy, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 21 years.
Dr. Ewelukwa is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophagitis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Colitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles.
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Dr. Ewelukwa 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
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Oforbuike Ewelukwa
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Oforbuike Ewelukwa?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Oforbuike Ewelukwa by calling their office at 281-766-0331. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Oforbuike Ewelukwa a top-rated expert for Gastrectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Oforbuike Ewelukwa is classified as an Advanced expert for Gastrectomy, 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. Oforbuike Ewelukwa specialize in?
While Dr. Oforbuike Ewelukwa is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Gastrectomy, Esophagitis, and Gastrointestinal Bleeding. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Oforbuike Ewelukwa participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Oforbuike Ewelukwa has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gastrectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Oforbuike Ewelukwa's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Oforbuike Ewelukwa accept my insurance?
Dr. Oforbuike Ewelukwa accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 281-766-0331 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- EsophagitisDr. Ewelukwa isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- GastrectomyDr. Ewelukwa isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Ewelukwa isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
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- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Ewelukwa isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AnemiaDr. Ewelukwa isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Ewelukwa isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- AscitesDr. Ewelukwa isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Ewelukwa isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Ewelukwa isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.