
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.
Dr. Alam is currently accepting new patients.
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Additional Areas of Focus
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Tawfiq G. Alam
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Tawfiq G. Alam?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Tawfiq G. 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 G. Alam a top-rated expert for Heartburn?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Tawfiq G. 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 G. Alam specialize in?
While Dr. Tawfiq G. 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 G. Alam accept my insurance?
Dr. Tawfiq G. 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.
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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- Distinguished
- 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.
- Advanced
- 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.
- DiarrheaDr. Alam isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Alam isAdvanced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- EsophagitisDr. Alam isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Alam isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Alam isAdvanced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Alam isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Alam isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Alam isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Alam isAdvanced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Alam isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Alam isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Alam isAdvanced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Alam isAdvanced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Alam isAdvanced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Alam isAdvanced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Alam isAdvanced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Experienced
- 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.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CirrhosisDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- EncopresisDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- EndoscopyDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Eosinophilic ColitisDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Colitis.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- GastritisDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- GastroparesisDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- GastrostomyDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- IndigestionDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- JaundiceDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Lung NodulesDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Morning SicknessDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- ObesityDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Obesity.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- ProctitisDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Radiation EnteritisDr. Alam isExperienced. Learn about Radiation Enteritis.