Overview
Dr. Steven Ugbarugba earned his medical degree at the University of Benin School of Medicine in Nigeria. He did completed his internship and residency at Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta, where he was named Best Resident in 1999. He completed a fellowship in gastroenterology at the State University of New York in Brooklyn. Board certified in gastroenterology, Dr. Ugbarugba has been in practice since 2000 and treats patients 18 years and older. In his practice, he performs colonoscopy screenings to identify disease in early stages and cares for patients with liver and digestive diseases including gall bladder disease. He also treats irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), ulcerative colitis, constipation, acid reflux disease (GERD) and hemorrhoids. His primary clinical interests are colon cancer, hepatitis C and hepatobiliary disease. He also treats irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), ulcerative colitis, constipation, acid reflux disease (GERD) and hemorrhoids. Dr. Ugbarugba is noted for his compassionate, empathetic and holistic approach to total care, as well as for his thoroughness in evaluating each patient. Married and a resident of Houston, Dr. Ugbarugba enjoys soccer, ping pong and reading in his leisure time.
Dr. Aruba is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, participating in 1 clinical trial.
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Clinical Research
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Ertan Digestive Disease Center At Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center
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.
Houston Methodist Gastroenterology Associates
Saurabh Chandan is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Chandan is highly rated in 48 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Polyps, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Steven Aruba
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Steven Aruba?
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Is Dr. Steven Aruba a top-rated expert for Gastrectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Steven Aruba is classified as an Advanced expert for Gastrectomy, 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. Steven Aruba specialize in?
While Dr. Steven Aruba is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Gastrectomy, Colonoscopy, and Gastrostomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Steven Aruba accept my insurance?
Dr. Steven Aruba accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 832-237-0000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Aruba isAdvanced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- AscitesDr. Aruba isAdvanced. Learn about Ascites.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Aruba isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Aruba isAdvanced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- EndoscopyDr. Aruba isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Aruba isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
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- Acute PancreatitisDr. Aruba isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- AnemiaDr. Aruba isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Aruba isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Aruba isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Aruba isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Aruba isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.