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- Dr. Nestor Esnaola, MD

Dr. Nestor Esnaola, MD
Surgical Oncology•Male•Age 56
Surgical Oncology
Dr. Nestor Esnaola, MD is a Surgical Oncology Specialist in Houston, TX and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Esnaola has extensive experience in Pancreatic Neoplasms and Gastrointestinal Neoplasms. He graduated from Johns Hopkins University|Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities Houston Methodist Hospital and Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.
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Dr. Nestor Esnaola, MD
Surgical Oncology
Locations
Houston Methodist Department of Surgery
Hospital Highlight
Dr. Esnaola is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital Houston, a highly rated hospital.
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
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Dr. Esnaola's Reviews
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Esnaola
Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Esnaola treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Esnaola treats other conditions, please contact the office at (713) 441-5141.
Pancreatic Neoplasms
Pancreatic oncology focuses on the management and treatment of pancreatic cancer through chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, and targeted cancer therapy.Compare with other Pancreatic Neoplasms specialists.
Dr. Esnaola is experienced in the area of Pancreatic Neoplasms. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Gastrointestinal Neoplasms
Oncologists diagnose and treat cancers of the gastrointestinal tract, including stomach cancer, liver cancer, and colon cancer, through chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, and targeted cancer therapy.Compare with other Gastrointestinal Neoplasms specialists.
Dr. Esnaola is experienced in the area of Gastrointestinal Neoplasms. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Dr. Esnaola's conditions and procedures:
- Adrenal Gland Cancer
- Adrenalectomy
- Anal and Rectal Cancer
- Anemia
- Bile Duct Procedure
- Breast Cancer
- Cancer Screening
- Cholangiocarcinoma
- Chordoma
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Colorectal Cancer
- Esophageal Cancer
- Excision of Bile Duct Tumor
- Excision of Rectal Tumor
- Eye Cancer
- Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
- Gastrectomy
- Gynecologic Cancer
- Hemicolectomy
- Kidney Cancer
- Laparotomy
- Liver Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
- Melanoma
- Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia
- Neuroendocrine Tumors
- Nodular Lymphoma
- Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Ovarian Cancer
- Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Percutaneous Tumor Ablation, Liver
- Peritoneal Cancer
- Port Placements or Replacements
- Prostate Cancer
- Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
- Secondary Malignancies
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Screenings
- Small Bowel Resection
- Small Intestine Cancer
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
- Stomach Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Whipple Procedure
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Dr. Esnaola accepts
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Dr. Esnaola accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Aetna HMO
- Choice Plus POS II
- Select
- Amerihealth
- Personal Choice PPO
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Assurant Health
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- Blue Choice
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- Capital Blue Cross
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- LocalPlus
- Open Access Plus
- Commercial Insurance Company
- Coventry Health Care
- Coventry Health America PPO
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Geisinger Health Plan
- Guardian
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
- Direct Access
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield POS
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- Preferred PPO
- Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (MHBP)
- Medicaid
- MultiPlan
- PHCS Network PPO
- Tricare
- UnitedHealthCare
- United Healthcare
About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Surgical Oncology
- Oncology
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Dr. Nestor Esnaola, MD?
Click here to schedule an appointment online. New patients may call (713) 903-2840 to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Nestor Esnaola, MD accept any insurance plans?
A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Healthgrades insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.
Does Dr. Nestor Esnaola, MD accept new patients?
New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Nestor Esnaola, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Esnaola's profile.
What are Dr. Nestor Esnaola, MD's top areas of expertise?
Dr. Esnaola specializes in Pancreatic Neoplasms and Gastrointestinal Neoplasms. See more on Healthgrades.
What conditions does Dr. Nestor Esnaola, MD treat?
Dr. Esnaola frequently treats the following conditions: Secondary Malignancies, Colorectal Cancer, and Adrenal Gland Cancer. See more on Healthgrades.
What is Dr. Nestor Esnaola, MD's office address?
Dr. Esnaola's office is located at 6550 Fannin St Ste 1501, Houston, TX 77030. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
What languages is Dr. Nestor Esnaola, MD fluent in?
Dr. Esnaola is able to speak Spanish and English. View profile to see all.
Is Dr. Nestor Esnaola, MD able to provide telehealth services?
Dr. Esnaola provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.
Is Dr. Nestor Esnaola, MD affiliated with any hospitals?
Dr. Nestor Esnaola, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital and Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital.
How much experience does Dr. Nestor Esnaola, MD have?
Dr. Esnaola has over 29 years of healthcare experience.
Does Dr. Nestor Esnaola, MD receive good ratings from patients?
There is a star rating of 5/5 for Dr. Nestor Esnaola, MD. Patients say that the provider explained conditions well and the provider listened & answered questions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.
Affiliated Hospitals
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Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.81% Patients that would definitely recommend, 11% higher than the national average
49 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)
78% Patients that would definitely recommend, 8% higher than the national average
5 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)
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