Dr. Prakash Gatta
Overview
Dr. Prakash Gatta’s passion for advancing automation in surgery through robotics and digitally enhanced surgical care led him to a career in 2007 as a board-certified general surgeon with fellowship training in foregut/esophageal, gastrointestinal and minimally invasive surgery. Since that time, he has held numerous clinical faculty positions, including within the University of Cincinnati and the University of Washington, and served on several committees in exploration of new frontiers in minimally invasive GI surgery.For the American Foregut Society, Dr. Gatta acted as chair of the Robotics & Co-Chair of the Advocacy Committees. He has also served on the Digital Surgery, Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Committees for the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons as well as the co-inventor of a single port laparoscopic access tool used to promote less invasive GI surgeries.Dr. Gatta earned his medical degree in Mumbai, India, before setting down roots in the United States. He completed his general surgery residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria, where he served as chief resident of his class. He completed his esophageal, gastrointestinal and minimally invasive surgery fellowship at The Oregon Clinic in Portland under the mentorship of Dr. Lee Swanstrom an internationally recognized Esophageal Surgeon.Beyond the technological aspects of surgery, Dr. Gatta's areas of clinical focus include Oncology of the upper foregut (Esophageal & Gastric Cancer), the treatment of GERD, hiatal/paraesophageal hernia and Esophageal motility disorders such as Achalasia.When not with his patients, he provides charity care locally and internationally in India. In his free time he enjoys traveling with his family, cycling, painting and cheering on his Seattle Seahawks. Dr. Gatta is fluent in English, Hindi, Telugu, and Arabic.
Dr. Gatta is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Endoscopy, and Hernia Surgery.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1325 Pennsylvania Ave, Ste 560, Fort Worth, TX 76104
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Prakash Gatta
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Prakash Gatta?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Prakash Gatta by calling their office at 817-250-7240. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Prakash Gatta a top-rated expert for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Prakash Gatta is classified as an Distinguished expert for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, 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. Prakash Gatta specialize in?
While Dr. Prakash Gatta is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, and Hernia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Prakash Gatta participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Prakash Gatta has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. Prakash Gatta's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Prakash Gatta accept my insurance?
Dr. Prakash Gatta accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 817-250-7240 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Gatta isDistinguished. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- HerniaDr. Gatta isDistinguished. Learn about Hernia.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Gatta isDistinguished. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
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- AchalasiaDr. Gatta isAdvanced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Gatta isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Gatta isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- Experienced
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Gatta isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Gatta isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Donnai-Barrow SyndromeDr. Gatta isExperienced. Learn about Donnai-Barrow Syndrome.
- EndoscopyDr. Gatta isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Epidural LipomatosisDr. Gatta isExperienced. Learn about Epidural Lipomatosis.
- EsophagitisDr. Gatta isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.