Overview
A native Houstonian, Dr. Ronald Cotton graduated valedictorian from the Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions in 1998. Upon graduation, he entered the Houston Premedical Academy, an 8-year BS/MD program housed at the University of Houston and Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Cotton completed a bachelor's of science in biology summa cum laude in 2002 and medical doctorate in 2006. After finishing medical school, he entered his general surgery residency at Baylor. During his residency, Dr. Cotton completed a two-year research fellowship at the Liver, Kidney and Pancreas Center and the Human Genome Sequencing Center at Baylor. There, his research interest centered on developing a high-quality tissue repository, and using these samples to detect genomic differences between Hepatitis B-, Hepatitis C-, and non-viral associated hepatocellular carcinoma. His research has resulted in numerous peer-reviewed publication as well as local, national and international presentations. Dr. Cotton has received numerous clinical accolades during his residency, including being named a 2012 Raleigh Ross Scholar by the Texas Surgical Society.
Dr. Cotton is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hepatoblastoma, Liver Failure, Hepatic Cystic Hamartoma, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 55 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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6620 Main St, Ste 1450, Houston, TX 77030
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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Tmh Physician Associates PLLC
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Baylor St. Luke's Liver Center
Prasun K. Jalal, M.D is Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Division of Abdominal Transplantation of the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery and in the Department of Medicine, Section of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, at Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Jalal is board certified in gastroenterology, internal medicine and transplant hepatology. Dr. Jalal earned his medical degree from Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India. His extensive training includes training in gastroenterology and hepatology at St. James Hospital in Leeds, England. He completed a fellowship in gastroenterology at Long Island Jewish Medical Center-Albert Einstein College of Medicine, New York and in transplant hepatology at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York. Dr. Jalal's clinical interests include viral hepatitis, liver transplant, liver cancer and autoimmune hepatitis. Dr. Jalal is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Esophageal Varices, Hepatitis A, Liver Transplant, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.
Tmh Physician Associates PLLC
Ashish Saharia is a General Surgeon and a Transplant Surgeon in Sugar Land, Texas. Dr. Saharia is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Liver Transplant, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Saharia is currently accepting new patients in some locations.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ronald T. Cotton
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ronald T. Cotton?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ronald T. Cotton by calling their office at 832-355-1400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ronald T. Cotton a top-rated expert for Liver Transplant?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ronald T. Cotton is classified as an Distinguished expert for Liver Transplant, 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. Ronald T. Cotton specialize in?
While Dr. Ronald T. Cotton is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Liver Transplant, Kidney Transplant, and Hepatoblastoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Ronald T. Cotton participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ronald T. Cotton has published 55 articles and abstracts on conditions like Liver Transplant. You can view a list of Dr. Ronald T. Cotton's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ronald T. Cotton accept my insurance?
Dr. Ronald T. Cotton accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Community Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 832-355-1400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Liver TransplantDr. Cotton isDistinguished. Learn about Liver Transplant.
- Advanced
- Hepatic Cystic HamartomaDr. Cotton isAdvanced. Learn about Hepatic Cystic Hamartoma.
- HepatoblastomaDr. Cotton isAdvanced. Learn about Hepatoblastoma.
- Kidney TransplantDr. Cotton isAdvanced. Learn about Kidney Transplant.
- Liver FailureDr. Cotton isAdvanced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant
- Experienced
- Aplasia Cutis CongenitaDr. Cotton isExperienced. Learn about Aplasia Cutis Congenita.
- Bile Duct CystsDr. Cotton isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Cysts.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Cotton isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Cotton isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Cotton isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Chronic Antibody-Mediated RejectionDr. Cotton isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection.