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Dr. Craig Messick, MD

Colorectal Surgery*
4.8 (16)
Map Pin Small Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Craig Messick, MD

Dr. Craig Messick, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Houston, TX. They specialize in Colorectal Surgery, has 19 years of experience, and is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery. They graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School and is affiliated with The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Dr. Messick, completed a residency at University Hospitals of Cleveland, Case Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Messick an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Messick works at Practice in Houston, TX with other offices in Sugar Land, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Colorectal Cancer and Anal and Rectal Cancer along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield and CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Messick's Office Locations

  1. 1
    MD Anderson Cancer Center
    1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 792-6161
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  2. 2
    Urology - Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group - Sugar Land Tx
    1327 Lake Pointe Pkwy, Sugar Land, TX 77478 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (281) 566-1800
  3. 3
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    1400 PRESSLER ST, Houston, TX 77030 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 792-6940

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  • The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

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Anal and Rectal Cancer
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Anal or Rectal Pain
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Small Intestine Cancer
Appendicitis
Cholangiocarcinoma
Hemorrhoids
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Pelvic Abscess
Thyroid Cancer
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Wedge Resection Colon
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Abdominal Pain
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Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
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Jejunum Cancer
Male Breast Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
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Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Rectovaginal Fistula
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Thyroid Nodule
Ulcerative Colitis
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Varicose Veins
Abdominoplasty
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Anoscopy With Removal of Anal Tumor
Augmentation Cystoplasty
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colostomy
Cystectomy with Robotic Assist
Cystotomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Skin Lesion
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Robotic Assist
Gastrotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Spinal Nerve Block
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Venous Thrombectomy
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    About Dr. Craig Messick, MD

    Specialties*
    • Colorectal Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 19 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, German
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    NPI Number
    • 1407051220
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • The Cleveland Clinic Foundation
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University Hospitals of Cleveland, Case Medical Center
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Texas Christian University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery
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    Dr. Messick has seen patients for Colorectal Cancer and Anal and Rectal Cancer, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Messick on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    16 patients have reviewed Dr. Messick. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Messick.

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