Summary

Dr. William Avara treats obesity and overweight, GERD, and acid reflux, and performs upper GI endoscopy and laparoscopy. He practices surgery and vascular surgery and has 44 years of experience. Dr. Avara is affiliated with Ocean Springs Hospital, Pascagoula Hospital, Memorial Hospital Biloxi, and Singing River Gulfport. He completed his residency at Jacksonville Health Ed Prog and earned his medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine. He sees patients in Pascagoula and Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Avara 3.5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 44 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Jacksonville Health Ed Prog
  • 2 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. William Travis Avara has 5 locations

Singing River Surgical Services

2525 Telephone RdPascagoula, MS 39567
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

Singing River Surgical Services

1124 Oakleigh RdOcean Springs, MS 39564
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

Pascagoula Hospital

2809 Denny AvePascagoula, MS 39581

Ocean Springs Hospital

3109 Bienville BlvdOcean Springs, MS 39564

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Dr. William Travis Avara III, MDDr. Adam Christopher Hankins, MDDr. Lynn Grace VixDr. Jay Roger Colbert JR., DO
SurgeryVascular SurgeryPreventive MedicineFamily Medicine
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44 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Pascagoula , MSBiloxi , MSBiloxi , MSGautier , MS
Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. William Travis Avara

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. William Travis Avara has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. William Travis Avara has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Gastric Bypass (Gastrojejunostomy)
  • Other
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Dr. William Travis Avara holds an expired medical license in the state of Mississippi.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Mississippi that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Jacksonville Health Ed Prog.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Avara's NPI number is 1326062969.

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What languages does Dr. William Avara speak?
Dr. William Avara speaks English.
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Where is Dr. William Avara's office located?
Dr. William Avara's office is located at 2525 Telephone Rd, Pascagoula, MS, 39567.
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Dr. William Avara has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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