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Dr. Tawfiq Alam, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 66
Dr. Tawfiq Alam, MD
3.8 (55 Ratings)
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Dr. Tawfiq Alam, MD is a Gastroenterologist in The Woodlands, TX.
Dr. Tawfiq Alam, MD
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Dr. Tawfiq Alam, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 66
The Woodlands, TX
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience
Dr. Tawfiq Alam, MD is a Gastroenterologist in The Woodlands, TX.

About

Dr. Alam graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch. Dr. Tawfiq Alam, MD is a Gastroenterologist in The Woodlands, TX and has 29 years experience. Dr. Alam currently practices at Woodlands Family & Community Medicine and are affiliated with Houston Methodist the Woodlands Hospital and Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital. Dr. Alam has experience treating conditions like Heartburn, Abdominal Pain and Barrett's Esophagus among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Alam received an average rating of 3.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 55 times. Dr. Alam's office accepts new patients. Dr. Alam is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Heartburn
Abdominal Pain
Barrett's Esophagus
Heartburn
Abdominal Pain
Barrett's Esophagus
Heartburn
Abdominal Pain
Barrett's Esophagus
Diarrhea
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Dysphagia
Hemorrhoids
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Acute Gastritis
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Chronic Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Duodenitis
Enteritis
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophagitis
Gallstones
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Hepatic Fibrosis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Ulcer
Liver Damage
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Tobacco Use Disorder
Unexplained Weight Loss
Vomiting Disorders
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Administrative Physical
Alcoholic Hepatic Failure
Ascites
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Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bile Duct Obstruction
Biliary Atresia
Celiac Disease
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Dehydration
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenal Cancer
Duodenal Ulcer
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Food Allergy
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Hemochromatosis
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Indigestion
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Prolapse
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Ischemic Colitis
Joint Pain
Malnutrition
Mesenteric Panniculitis
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Pancreatitis
Peptic Ulcer
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Ulcer
Spleen Cyst
Splenomegaly
Ulcerative Colitis
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Viral Hepatitis
Visceroptosis
Colon Cancer Screening
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Endoscopy
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Biopsy
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

Insurance Accepted

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  • Medicare
  • Tricare
  • Aetna
  • Memorial Healthcare System
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Humana Health Plan of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Humana

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    17521 St Lukes Way Ste 190, The Woodlands, TX 77384
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (936) 321-0000
  2. 2 Office
    17521 St Lukes Way Ste 190, Conroe, TX 77384
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (281) 586-4224
  3. 3 Office
    150 Pine Forest Dr Ste 106, Conroe, TX 77384
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (936) 321-0000

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Alam
3.8
Based on 55 Reviews
5 Stars (38)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (16)

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Aug 02, 2024
My family and I have a relationship with Dr Alam and his team since the last 20 years. He has handled multiple colonoscopies and endoscopies for my wife, daughter and myself. The interaction is very favorable and he’s a caring doctor and person. I highly recommend him
Phil Mevawala — Aug 02, 2024
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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
Hepatology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Texas Medical Branch
    1995
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Tawfiq Alam, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Alam's profile.

Dr. Alam frequently treats the following conditions: Heartburn, Abdominal Pain and Barrett's Esophagus. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Tawfiq Alam, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist the Woodlands Hospital and Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Tawfiq Alam, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Houston Methodist the Woodlands Hospital

    17201 Interstate 45 S, The Woodlands, TX

  • Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital

    1635 North Loop W, Houston, TX