Overview
T. Gordy Alam, MD, is a gastroenterologist serving patients ages 18 and up. Board certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine, Dr. Alam earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) at Galveston, Texas. He completed his internship and residency at the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center at New Orleans, La. He completed his fellowship at the Tulane University School of Medicine. For over 22 years, Dr. Alam has been treating patients for a variety of ailments, including Crohn’s disease, colitis, hepatology, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and issues with the gallbladder and liver. In addition, he offers colon cancer screenings as well as upper endoscopies (EGD) and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatographies (ERCP). His patients value Dr. Alam’s compassion and caring nature and often enjoy same-day appointments and flexible scheduling of procedures, which are offered every morning, Monday through Friday. In his spare time, Dr. Alam enjoys playing tennis or golf, and likes watching athletic events. Most importantly, he loves spending time with his wife, son and daughter.
Dr. Alam is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heartburn, Diverticular Disease, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
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Dr. Alam 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Tawfiq Alam
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Tawfiq Alam?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Tawfiq Alam by calling their office at 936-321-0000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Tawfiq Alam a top-rated expert for Heartburn?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Tawfiq Alam is classified as an Distinguished expert for Heartburn, 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. Tawfiq Alam specialize in?
While Dr. Tawfiq Alam is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Heartburn, Diverticular Disease, and Barrett Esophagus. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Tawfiq Alam accept my insurance?
Dr. Tawfiq Alam accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 936-321-0000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Barrett EsophagusDr. Alam isDistinguished. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Alam isDistinguished. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- HeartburnDr. Alam isDistinguished. Learn about Heartburn.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Alam isDistinguished. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Alam isDistinguished. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
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- AnemiaDr. Alam isAdvanced. Learn about Anemia.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Alam isAdvanced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Alam isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- ColitisDr. Alam isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Congenital Hepatic FibrosisDr. Alam isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Hepatic Fibrosis.
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- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Anal FissureDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- AscitesDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.