- Critical Care Surgeons
- TX
- Pasadena, TX
- Dr. David Gelber, MD

Dr. David Gelber, MD
Critical Care Surgery•Male•Age 64
Critical Care Surgery
Dr. David Gelber, MD is a Critical Care Surgery Specialist in Pasadena, TX. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Hca Houston Healthcare Clear Lake and HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.
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Dr. David Gelber, MD
Critical Care Surgery
Locations
General Surgeons of Pasadena
At a Glance
- Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
- Offers Telehealth • This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital • Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
Dr. Gelber's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gelber
4.9
Based on 26 ratings
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Experience and Background Checks
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Dr. Gelber's conditions and procedures:
- Abdominal Pain
- Abdominoplasty
- Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
- Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
- Acid Reflux Surgery
- Acute Bowel Infarction
- Adrenal Gland Cancer
- Anal and Rectal Cancer
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Fistula
- Anal or Rectal Pain
- Anal Prolapse
- Anorectal Abscess
- Appendectomy, Laparoscopic
- Appendectomy, Open
- Appendicitis
- Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
- Arteriovenous Shunt Creation
- Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
- Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Bile Duct Procedure
- Biliary Atresia
- Biopsy of Breast
- Bone Marrow Biopsy
- Breast Cancer
- Bunion Surgery
- Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
- Cholecystitis and Gallstones
- Colectomy
- Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
- Colorectal Cancer
- Constipation
- Crohn's Disease
- Cyst Incision and Drainage
- Destruction of Anal Tumor
- Diaphragmatic and-or Hiatal Hernia
- Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
- Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
- Duodenal Polypectomy
- Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
- Empyema
- Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophageal Fistula
- Esophageal Varices
- Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
- Excision of Bile Duct Tumor
- Excision of Breast Tumor
- Excision of Esophageal Lesion
- Excision of Parotid, Sublingual, or Submandibular Gland
- Excision of Rectal Tumor
- Excision of Stomach Tumor
- Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
- Fecal Impaction Removal
- Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
- Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy, Anal
- Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
- Gallbladder Cancer
- Gallbladder Removal
- Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Laparoscopic
- Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Open
- Gallstones
- Gastrectomy
- Gastric Bypass Surgery, Open
- Gastric Ulcer
- Gastrotomy
- Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatectomy
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hidradenitis
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Ileus
- Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
- Incisional Hernia
- Incisional Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Inguinal Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
- Inguinal Hernia Repair, Open
- Intestinal Abscess
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
- Ischemic Colitis
- Laparotomy
- Lipomas
- Liver Cancer
- Lumpectomy
- Lung Cancer
- Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
- Mastectomy
- Megacolon
- Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
- Neuroendocrine Tumors
- Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
- Open Diaphragmatic and-or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
- Open Incisional and-or Ventral Hernia Repair
- Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
- Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
- Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
- Parathyroidectomy
- Partial Lung Collapse
- Pelvic Abscess
- Peptic Ulcer
- Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
- Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
- Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
- Peripheral Artery Catheterization
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
- Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
- Pleural Effusion
- Port Placements or Replacements
- Proctectomy, Open or Laparoscopic (incl. Swenson and Duhamel Procedures)
- Puncture Aspiration
- Pyloric Stenosis
- Removal of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
- Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
- Renal Transplant and Nephrectomy
- Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
- Revision of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
- Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
- Rib Fracture
- Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
- Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
- Secondary Malignancies
- Skin Grafts
- Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Small Intestine Cancer
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
- Sphincterotomy
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Splenectomy
- Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
- Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
- Stomach Cancer
- Testicular Cancer
- Thoracentesis
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Lobectomy
- Thyroidectomy
- Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
- Tracheal Surgery
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Tubo-Ovarian Abscess
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Umbilical Hernia
- Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
- Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
- Ventral Hernia
- Wound Repair
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Dr. Gelber accepts
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Dr. Gelber accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Aetna HMO
- Choice Plus POS II
- Ambetter
- Superior Health Plan
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
- Blue Advantage HMO
- Blue Choice
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- LocalPlus
- Open Access Plus
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- Preferred PPO
- Humana Health Plan of Texas
- Houston Area HMO-Standard
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- PHCS Network PPO
- SelectCare
About Me
Care Philosophy
Biography
Specialties
- Critical Care Surgery
- Trauma Medicine
Board Certifications
- General Surgery
Education
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
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Click here to schedule an appointment online. New patients can also call (713) 913-1362.
Does Dr. David Gelber, MD offer telehealth services?
Dr. Gelber has indicated that they offer telehealth. Contact the office to check for eligibility for your needs.
Is Dr. David Gelber, MD accepting new patients?
Dr. David Gelber, MD generally accepts new patients on Healthgrades. You can see Dr. Gelber's profile to make an appointment.
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What are Dr. David Gelber, MD's top areas of care?
Dr. Gelber frequently treats Cholecystitis and Gallstones, Gallstones, and Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Laparoscopic. See all procedures and conditions Dr. Gelber treats.
Where is Dr. David Gelber, MD's office located?
Dr. Gelber's office is located at 3801 Vista Rd, Pasadena, TX 77504. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
What languages does Dr. David Gelber, MD speak?
Dr. Gelber speaks Spanish and English. View profile to see all.
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Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.61% Patients that would definitely recommend, 9% lower than the national average
11 Awards Received
55% Patients that would definitely recommend, 15% lower than the national average
8 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2022)
72% Patients that would definitely recommend, 2% higher than the national average
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