Overview
Samir Ashfaq is a Gastroenterologist in Houston, Texas. His top areas of expertise are Gastritis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
18300 Katy Fwy Ste 425, Houston, TX 77094
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Ashfaq 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Samir Ashfaq
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Samir Ashfaq?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Samir Ashfaq by calling their office at 832-522-8560. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Samir Ashfaq a top-rated expert for Gastritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Samir Ashfaq is classified as an Experienced expert for Gastritis, 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. Samir Ashfaq specialize in?
While Dr. Samir Ashfaq is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Samir Ashfaq participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Samir Ashfaq has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gastritis. You can view a list of Dr. Samir Ashfaq's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Samir Ashfaq accept my insurance?
Dr. Samir Ashfaq accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 832-522-8560 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Banti's SyndromeDr. Ashfaq isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Ashfaq isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)Dr. Ashfaq isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC).
- DiarrheaDr. Ashfaq isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Ashfaq isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EndoscopyDr. Ashfaq isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.