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R. Tomas DaVee, MD, Gastroenterology, Houston, TX

R. TomasDaVeeMDMSCI

Gastroenterology Houston, TX

Advanced Endoscopic Interventional, Esophagus Disease, Gastrointestinal Cancer, Pancreas Disease

Interventional Gastroenterology, The University of Texas - McGovern Medical School, Houston TX

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  • Office

    Memorial Hermann Medical Plaza 1
    1631 North Loop West, Suite 560
    Houston, TX 77008
    Phone+1 713-486-1190

Summary

  • R. Tomás DaVee, MD, MSCI, FASGE, is an interventional gastroenterologist, specializing in diagnosis and treatment of complex digestive health issues.

    Dr. DaVee is a skilled physician and interventionalist. He clearly explains procedure details and techniques. He works with a team of experts, including nutrition specialists, radiologists and surgeons to deliver the most technologically advanced care possible. He also has pioneered new treatments for digestive disorders and cancers, and his work has been published in top academic journals.

    Dr. DaVee is regarded as an expert in difficult/failed ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography) for blockages of the bile duct or pancreas from tumors or stones. Furthermore, he is highly regarded for ability to obtain diagnostic tissue sampling for complex or difficult to reach tumors or masses.

    Dr. DaVee’s modus operandi is to provide precise medical care that is customized to each person’s specific needs. He works with a close-knit team to ensure the safety of every procedure and highest success rates possible.

    Following graduation from The University of Chicago – Pritzker School of Medicine, Dr. DaVee has been in practice over ten years. He has actively sought out diverse experiences and environments in an effort to broaden his mindset and training. Dr. DaVee’s postgraduate training began at Stanford University for his internship and residency. This was followed by clinical work and specialized research at the University of Minnesota and Mayo Clinic. After simultaneous completion of fellowship and a master’s degree at Vanderbilt University, he was awarded an advanced fellowship at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Dr. DaVee successfully transitioned to the teaching faculty at the McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, and currently trains medical students and physicians in gastrointestinal diagnosis and treatment.

Education & Training

  • University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
    University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer CenterAdvanced Fellowship, 2016 - 2017
  • Vanderbilt University
    Vanderbilt UniversityMaster of Science in Clinical Investigation, (MSCI), 2014 - 2016
  • Stanford Health Care-Sponsored Stanford University
    Stanford Health Care-Sponsored Stanford UniversityResidency, Internal Medicine, 2010 - 2013
  • University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
    University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of MedicineClass of 2009
  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center
    Vanderbilt University Medical CenterFellowship, Gastroenterology

Certifications & Licensure

  • TX State Medical License
    TX State Medical License 2017 - 2025
  • American Board of Internal Medicine Gastroenterology
  • American Heart AssociationAdvanced Cardiovascular Life Support
  • American Heart AssociationBasic Life Support

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Super doctors

Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Duodenal switch provides superior weight loss in the super-obese (BMI > or =50 kg/m2) compared with gastric bypass  
    Prachand VN, DaVee RT, Alverdy JC., ANNALS OF Surgery

Press Mentions

  • Insider (national article)
    Insider (national article)December 29th, 2022
  • Acid reflux and heartburn
    Acid reflux and heartburnDecember 29th, 2022

Committees

  • Member, Stanford Committee for Professional Satisfaction and Support

Professional Memberships

Other Languages

  • Spanish

Industry Relationships

  • Johnson & Johnson, Ethicon