Summary

Dr. Uma Phatak is a surgeon specializing in colorectal surgery with 17 years of experience in the field. She earned her medical degree from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and completed her residency at Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Phatak is fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, and English, allowing her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Phatak practices at LBJ Hospital and maintains locations throughout Galveston, Texas. She focuses on treating colorectal cancer, colon polyps, and hemorrhoids. Her surgical expertise includes performing pathology tests and surgical pathology procedures. Dr. Phatak also has experience with kidney transplant biopsies, demonstrating her broader surgical capabilities in complex medical situations.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 17 years of experience
  • 44 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Portuguese, English
  • Baylor College of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Uma Ramesh Phatak has 5 locations

University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston

301 University BlvdGalveston, TX 77555
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

University Of Texas Medical Branch

301 University BlvdGalveston, TX 77555

Jennie Sealy Hospital

712 Texas AveGalveston, TX 77555

Hospital Galveston

809 Harborside DrGalveston, TX 77555

John Sealy Hospital

301 8th StGalveston, TX 77550

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Speaks Spanish, Portuguese, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Galveston , TXHouston , TXCypress , TXHouston , TX
Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Med School: University of Alabama School of Medicine, Birmingham, Alabama Med School: UT McGovern Medical School Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Uma Ramesh Phatak

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • ACE
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - Medicare
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Community Health Choice
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Uma Ramesh Phatak has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Uma Ramesh Phatak has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Baylor College of Medicine

Medical School

Rutgers New Jersey Medical SchoolGraduated in 2009

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Uma Phatak's office located?
Dr. Uma Phatak's office is located at 301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX, 77555.
Does Dr. Uma Phatak accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Uma Phatak has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Uma Phatak?
You can find contact information for Dr. Uma Phatak here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Uma Phatak affiliated with?
Dr. Uma Phatak is affiliated with Lbj Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Uma Phatak speak?
Dr. Uma Phatak speaks Spanish, Portuguese, and English.

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