
Overview
Dr. Wasseem Skef earned his medical degree at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Boston Medical Center-Brighton (formerly St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center of Boston), a fellowship in gastroenterology and hepatology at the University of Illinois at Chicago and a second fellowship in advanced endoscopy at the University of Pittsburgh. Board certified in both internal medicine and gastroenterology, Dr. Skef has been in practice since 2012. He treats patients ages 18 and older. He also speaks Arabic. His clinical interests include esophageal and foregut disorders, including gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and motility issues; third-space endoscopy, including peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) and gastric peroral endoscopic myotomy (G-POEM); transoral incisionless fundoplication (TIF); tissue resection including endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR), endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) and full thickness resection (FTR); esophageal physiology testing, including high-resolution esophageal manometry, pH testing and functional lumen imaging probe (FLIP); endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)-guided liver biopsies; and portal pressure measurements. In his dedication to patient care, Dr. Skef builds his practice approach on honest communication and empathy as he strives to provide the utmost in patient safety and clinical excellence. A resident of the Heights, Dr. Skef likes to spend time with his family, which includes two cats. He also enjoys playing soccer, tennis and video games as well as watching TV shows and documentaries. He is an avid reader of nonfiction books.
Dr. Skef is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 28 peer reviewed articles.
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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.
Baylor College Of Medicine - Gastroenterology
Dr. Mohamed Othman is the William T. Butler Endowed Chair for Distinguished Faculty and Professor of Medicine, Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology at Baylor College of Medicine. He is also Service Line Chief, Gastroenterology Section at Baylor St Luke's Medical Center; and Member of the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center at Baylor College of Medicine.Dr. Othman’s clinical interests include: endoscopic submucosal dissection, endoscopic mucosal resection, barrett's esophagus surveillance and ablation, chronic and acute pancreatitis, pancreatic cysts, pancreatic cancer screening for high-risk patients, endoscopic ultrasound, ERCP and cholangioscopy with laser; colorectal cancer screening & colonoscopy; per-oral endoscopic myotomy (POEM); gastric per-oral endoscopic myotomy for gastroparesis; and full thickness endoscopic resection.His professional skills cover tissue resection techniques such as ESD and EMR; management of chronic pancreatitis; endoscopic necrosectomy; EUS-assisted ERCP; per oral endoscopic myotomy; management of pancreatic cysts; and management of Barrett's Esophagus.Dr. Othman received his medical degree from the University of Mansoura School of Medicine in Mansoura, Egypt. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in Albuquerque, where he was also a Gastroenterology and Hepatology Fellow. He also completed a Fellowship in Advanced Endoscopy at the Mayo Clinic Jacksonville in Jacksonville, Florida.Dr. Othman holds certifications from the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Gastroenterology. He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, American Gastroenterology Association, American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and American College of Physicians.Among his numerous awards, Dr. Othman received the 2014 Diversity Award from the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. Dr. Othman is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Colorectal Polyps, Achalasia, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Othman is currently accepting new patients.
Mazen Noureddin is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 24 years. Dr. Noureddin is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Noureddin is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Wasseem Skef
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Wasseem Skef?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Wasseem Skef by calling their office at 713-704-3450. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Wasseem Skef a top-rated expert for Endoscopy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Wasseem Skef is classified as an Advanced 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. Wasseem Skef specialize in?
While Dr. Wasseem Skef is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Endoscopy, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Hiatal Hernia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Wasseem Skef participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Wasseem Skef has published 28 articles and abstracts on conditions like Endoscopy. You can view a list of Dr. Wasseem Skef's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Wasseem Skef accept my insurance?
Dr. Wasseem Skef accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-704-3450 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- EndoscopyDr. Skef isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
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- AchalasiaDr. Skef isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- AscitesDr. Skef isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Skef isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Skef isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Skef isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Skef isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.

