Overview
Dr. Paul Azad earned his medical degree from The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. He then completed his residency followed by his fellowship at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth and The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, both in Houston. Board certified in gastroenterology, Dr. Azad specializes in gastroenterology and liver diseases. His clinical interests include the diagnosis, screening and treatment of colon cancer, heartburn, ulcer disease, liver disease, Hepatitis B and C, and advanced endoscopic procedures. Dr. Azad offers a hometown touch combined with cutting-edge medical technology to patients 18 years and older. He has authored several studies and papers that have been published in medical journals such as Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. When Dr. Azad is not working with his patients, he enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter.
Dr. Azad is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heartburn, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.
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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.
Houston Methodist Gastroenterology Associates
Saurabh Chandan is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Chandan is highly rated in 48 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Polyps, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Paul Azad
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Azad?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Paul Azad by calling their office at 713-973-2300. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Paul Azad a top-rated expert for Heartburn?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Paul Azad is classified as an Advanced expert for Heartburn, 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. Paul Azad specialize in?
While Dr. Paul Azad is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Heartburn, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Paul Azad accept my insurance?
Dr. Paul Azad accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-973-2300 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Cronkhite-Canada DiseaseDr. Azad isAdvanced. Learn about Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Azad isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- HeartburnDr. Azad isAdvanced. Learn about Heartburn.
- Juvenile Polyposis SyndromeDr. Azad isAdvanced. Learn about Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome.
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- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Azad isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AnemiaDr. Azad isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Azad isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Azad isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- AscitesDr. Azad isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Azad isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.