University Of Texas Medical Branch
301 University Blvd, 
Galveston, TX 

Overview

Yamam Al is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Galveston, Texas.

Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Turcot Syndrome, and Colonoscopy.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in TX

Hospital Affiliations

University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

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Locations

University of Texas Medical Branch
301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX 77555

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Al 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)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Yamam Al

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Yamam Al?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Yamam Al by calling their office at 409-772-2653. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Yamam Al a top-rated expert for Familial Adenomatous Polyposis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Yamam Al is classified as an Experienced expert for Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, 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. Yamam Al specialize in?

While Dr. Yamam Al is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Portal Hypertension, and Childhood Volvulus. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Yamam Al accept my insurance?

Dr. Yamam Al accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 409-772-2653 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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