Expertise in
13
conditions

Dr. Sherif E. Elhanafi

Gastroenterology
Texas TECH University Health And Science Ceter
4800 Alberta Ave, 
El Paso, TX 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
13
conditions
Texas TECH University Health And Science Ceter
4800 Alberta Ave, 
El Paso, TX 

Overview

Sherif Elhanafi is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in El Paso, Texas.

Dr. Elhanafi is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroparesis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 99 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Elhanafi is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in TX

Hospital Affiliations

The Hospitals Of Providence Transmountain Campus
UT Health East Texas Tyler Regional Hospital
University Medical Center Of El Paso
UT Health East Texas Athens Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
El Paso Health
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Texas TECH University Health and Science Ceter
4800 Alberta Ave, El Paso, TX 79905
Other Locations
The Hospitals Of Providence Transmountain Campus-Tenet Healthcare
2000 Transmountain Rd, El Paso, TX 79911

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Elhanafi 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.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

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.

1 Clinical Trials

Phase IIa Trial Evaluating the Safety of Intratumoral Injection of NanoPac® in Subjects With Locally Advanced Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma
Phase IIa Trial Evaluating the Safety of Intratumoral Injection of NanoPac® in Subjects With Locally Advanced Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: June 24, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: NanoPac®
Study Phase: Phase 2

99 Total Publications

Diagnostic Uncertainty in Pancreatic Masses: The Critical Role of excluding Malignancy in Suspected Autoimmune Pancreatitis.
Diagnostic Uncertainty in Pancreatic Masses: The Critical Role of excluding Malignancy in Suspected Autoimmune Pancreatitis.
Journal: Journal of investigative medicine high impact case reports
Published: June 18, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sherif E. Elhanafi

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sherif E. Elhanafi?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Sherif E. Elhanafi by calling their office at 915-215-5205. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Sherif E. Elhanafi a top-rated expert for Endoscopy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sherif E. Elhanafi is classified as an Distinguished expert for Endoscopy, 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. Sherif E. Elhanafi specialize in?

While Dr. Sherif E. Elhanafi is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Endoscopy, Gastrostomy, and Gastroparesis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Sherif E. Elhanafi participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Sherif E. Elhanafi has published 99 articles and abstracts on conditions like Endoscopy. You can view a list of Dr. Sherif E. Elhanafi's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Sherif E. Elhanafi accept my insurance?

Dr. Sherif E. Elhanafi accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 915-215-5205 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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