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Dr. Apurv Kirit Varia, MD

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(4 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology

Temple University School of Medicine (2005)

Professional interests include: gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), biliary disorders (gallbladder and bile ducts), colon cancer, and more.

129 Vision Park Boulevard Suite 307
Shenandoah, TX 77384

(936) 321-5440

Dr. Apurv Kirit Varia, MD is a gastroenterologist in Shenandoah, TX specializing in adult gastroenterology. He graduated from Temple University School of Medicine in 2005 and has 19 years of experience. Dr. Apurv Kirit Varia, MD is affiliated with St. Luke's Health, Houston Methodist and GASTROENTEROLOGY PARTNERS OF NORTH HOUSTON PLLC.

Office Locations

Address:

129 Vision Park Boulevard Suite 307
Shenandoah, TX 77384

Address:

129 Vision Park Boulevard Suite 307
The Woodlands, TX 77384

Address:

3115 College Park Drive #107
The Woodlands, TX 77384

Some issues Dr. Apurv Kirit Varia, MD can help you with:

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

doctor visit	21
hospital care	31
inpatient care	32

**Gender**
Male	31
Female	37

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	50
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	21
From 75 to 84	21
85 and over	15
Less than 65	11

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	60
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	29
Dementia	0
Cancer	21

**Gender**
Male	174
Female	272

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	389
Black	28
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	163
From 75 to 84	132
85 and over	64
Less than 65	87

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	19
Ischemic Heart Disease	58
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	24
Heart Failure	43
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	34
Diabetes	44
Dementia	25
Cancer	13

anastomosis	40
balloon dilation	26
catheterization	40
diagnostic procedures	276
doctor visit	558
esophageal dilation	36
gastrointestinal procedures	437
hospital care	1808
inpatient care	1809
minimally invasive procedures	438
preventive care	42
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	276

**Gender**
Male	622
Female	860

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1266
Black	116
Hispanic	70
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	556
From 75 to 84	442
85 and over	248
Less than 65	236

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	57
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	55
Asthma	24
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	43
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	37
Diabetes	40
Dementia	23
Cancer	17

anastomosis	32
balloon dilation	18
catheterization	32
diagnostic procedures	358
doctor visit	534
esophageal dilation	35
gastrointestinal procedures	522
hospital care	1457
inpatient care	1442
minimally invasive procedures	539
outpatient care	15
preventive care	46
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	358

**Gender**
Male	304
Female	484

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	663
Black	70
Hispanic	43
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	286
From 75 to 84	237
85 and over	133
Less than 65	132

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	55
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	53
Asthma	36
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	24
Heart Failure	44
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	35
Diabetes	41
Dementia	27
Cancer	15

anastomosis	21
balloon dilation	27
catheterization	21
diagnostic procedures	299
doctor visit	579
esophageal dilation	26
gastrointestinal procedures	425
hospital care	1152
inpatient care	1076
minimally invasive procedures	426
outpatient care	76
preventive care	39
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	299

**Gender**
Male	308
Female	408

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	614
Black	42
Hispanic	45
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	316
From 75 to 84	229
85 and over	95
Less than 65	76

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	50
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	24
Heart Failure	36
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	28
Diabetes	39
Dementia	20
Cancer	18

anastomosis	27
balloon dilation	28
catheterization	27
diagnostic procedures	405
doctor visit	897
esophageal dilation	27
gastrointestinal procedures	589
hospital care	922
injections	13
inpatient care	832
minimally invasive procedures	590
outpatient care	90
preventive care	77
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	405

**Gender**
Male	378
Female	501

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	746
Black	55
Hispanic	59
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	422
From 75 to 84	255
85 and over	110
Less than 65	92

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	49
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	37
Dementia	20
Cancer	17

anastomosis	10
balloon dilation	28
catheterization	10
diagnostic procedures	464
doctor visit	1083
esophageal dilation	27
gastrointestinal procedures	687
hospital care	437
injections	12
inpatient care	438
lab tests	34
manometry	44
minimally invasive procedures	624
preventive care	74
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	464

**Gender**
Male	403
Female	526

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	804
Black	57
Hispanic	46
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	492
From 75 to 84	264
85 and over	85
Less than 65	88

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	32
Dementia	16
Cancer	16

anastomosis	12
balloon dilation	40
catheterization	12
diagnostic procedures	507
doctor visit	1053
esophageal dilation	52
gastrointestinal procedures	693
hospital care	406
injections	12
inpatient care	407
lab tests	36
manometry	23
minimally invasive procedures	670
preventive care	48
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	507

**Gender**
Male	400
Female	565

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	837
Black	47
Hispanic	53
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	507
From 75 to 84	299
85 and over	66
Less than 65	93

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	35
Dementia	12
Cancer	14

balloon dilation	77
diagnostic procedures	1012
doctor visit	1985
esophageal dilation	116
gastrointestinal procedures	1404
hospital care	202
injections	34
inpatient care	203
manometry	69
minimally invasive procedures	1351
preventive care	114
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	1012

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Apurv Kirit Varia, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Apurv Kirit Varia, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Shenandoah, TX were hospital care, inpatient care, gastrointestinal procedures and minimally invasive procedures.

anastomosis	23
balloon dilation	34
catheterization	23
diagnostic procedures	434
doctor visit	768
esophageal dilation	46
gastrointestinal procedures	625
hospital care	824
injections	17
inpatient care	804
lab tests	35
manometry	45
minimally invasive procedures	609
outpatient care	60
preventive care	59
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	434

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Apurv Kirit Varia, MD.

**Gender**
Male	262
Female	365

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	41
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	536
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	31
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	187
85 and over	81
Less than 65	81
65 to 74	276

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Apurv Kirit Varia, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Apurv Kirit Varia, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	12
Osteoporosis	6
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	29
Atrial Fibrillation	16
Cancer	13
Dementia	14

Education & Training

Dr. Apurv Kirit Varia, MD graduated from Temple University School of Medicine in 2005. He completed residency at University of Illinois at Chicago Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in Texas.

Medical School: Temple University School of Medicine (2005)

Residency: University of Illinois at Chicago Affiliated Hospitals (2008)

Licensed In: Texas

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Apurv Kirit Varia, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

St. Luke's Health

Houston Methodist

GASTROENTEROLOGY PARTNERS OF NORTH HOUSTON PLLC

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Apurv Kirit Varia, MD has an average of 1.5 out of 5 stars based on 4 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Apurv Kirit Varia, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Shenandoah, TX.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Apurv Kirit Varia, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
AbbVie Inc.	$2,559 Creon $589	Rinvoq $542	Skyrizi $479	Humira $406	Mavyret $301	Other $242
AbbVie, Inc.	$1,885 Humira $755	Creon $308	Mavyret $251	Viekira $199	Lupron $108	Other $265
Janssen Biotech, Inc.	$1,591 STELARA $1,001	SIMPONI $510	OLYSIO $34	REMICADE $26	SIMPONI ARIA $20
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC	$1,227 XIFAXAN $722	Trulance $301	PLENVU $98	XIFAXANIBSD $53	XIFIXAN $29	Other $24
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.	$1,074 ENTYVIO $828	GATTEX $94	MOTEGRITY $83	AMITIZA $48	$21
Other	$12,703 ZEPOSIA $913	SUCRAID $866	XELJANZ $498	Alinia Tablets 500mg 12 count bottle $448	Alinia $403	Other $9,576

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$20,918
Education	$120

Biography

Dr. Apurv Varia's specialty is adult gastroenterology. Dr. Varia is affiliated with Houston Methodist. He is a graduate of Temple University School of Medicine. The average patient rating for Dr. Varia is 1.5 stars (out of 5).