
Overview
Dr. Pritesh Mutha earned his medical degree at Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Group of Hospitals in Mumbai, India, and a master’s in public health at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside in Pittsburgh, followed by a fellowship in gastroenterology at VCU Health System in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Mutha, who has been in practice since 2012, is board certified in internal medicine, gastroenterology and lifestyle medicine. He treats patients ages 18 and older and also speaks Hindi, Gujarati, Marathi and Marwari. His clinical interests include pancreas disorders including pancreatitis, cysts and cancers; bile duct disorders including gallstones, cancers, stenosis of sphincter, biliary strictures and obstructive jaundice; esophagus disorders including gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), dysphagia, achalasia, cancers, strictures, Barrett’s syndrome and gastrointestinal bleeding; stomach disorders including gastroparesis, gastric intestinal metaplasia, gastric polyps, cancers, gastritis and ulcers; small intestine disorders including celiac disease, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, ulcers and cancers; and colon-related problems including diverticulosis. He also performs upper endoscopy and colonoscopy, endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), per-oral endoscopic myotomy (POEM), endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) and endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR). Dr. Mutha focuses on personalized care tailored to his patients’ needs. He spends time listening and thoroughly explaining the diagnosis and procedures in detail to enable them to make informed decisions. He also discusses changes in diet and lifestyle that help prevent, control and potentially reverse gastrointestinal diseases. Away from his practice, Dr. Mutha enjoys reading, teaching, cricket and hanging out with his family and friends. He is married and lives in Richmond.
Dr. Mutha is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Gallstones, Esophageal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 19 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Mutha is currently accepting new patients.
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Clinical Research
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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.
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. Dr. Thosani 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Pritesh R. Mutha
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Pritesh R. Mutha?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Pritesh R. Mutha by calling their office at 713-486-5300. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Pritesh R. Mutha a top-rated expert for Barrett Esophagus?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Pritesh R. Mutha is classified as an Advanced expert for Barrett Esophagus, 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. Pritesh R. Mutha specialize in?
While Dr. Pritesh R. Mutha is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Gallstones. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Pritesh R. Mutha participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Pritesh R. Mutha has published 19 articles and abstracts on conditions like Barrett Esophagus. You can view a list of Dr. Pritesh R. Mutha's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Pritesh R. Mutha accept my insurance?
Dr. Pritesh R. Mutha accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-486-5300 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Barrett EsophagusDr. Mutha isAdvanced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- EndoscopyDr. Mutha isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
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- AchalasiaDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- CholangitisDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- GastroparesisDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- JaundiceDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- Sclerosing CholangitisDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Cholangitis.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Mutha isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.

