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Dr. Jean Paul Lefave, MD

Colorectal Surgery*
4.4 (36)
Map Pin Small Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
15 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Jean Paul Lefave, MD

Dr. Jean Paul Lefave, MD is a Colorectal Surgery Specialist in Houston, TX. They specialize in Colorectal Surgery, has 15 years of experience, and is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery. They graduated from NEW YORK Medical College and is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood, HCA Houston Healthcare West, HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest, HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center and The Woman's Hospital of Texas. Dr. Lefave, completed a residency at Fairfax Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Lefave an average 4.4 star rating.

Dr. Lefave works at Houston Colon - Med Center in Houston, TX. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and 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.

Dr. Lefave's Office Locations

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    Houston Colon - Med Center
    6560 Fannin St Ste 1404, Houston, TX 77030 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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    Houston Colon - Woman's
    7900 Fannin St Ste 1200, Houston, TX 77054 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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    08:00 - 17:00
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    08:00 - 17:00
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    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

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Crohn's Disease
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Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Anoscopy
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Destruction of Anal Tumor
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Ascites
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Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Thyroid Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
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Abdominal Hysterectomy
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Anal Cauterization
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Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Bladder Stimulator Implant
Bladder Surgery
Colostomy
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Fecal Impaction Removal
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Minimally Invasive Colorectal Surgery
Open Appendectomy
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Sphincterotomy
Total Salpingectomy With Robotic Assistance
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair
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    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
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    • Humana Health Plan of Texas
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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.4
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    About Dr. Jean Paul Lefave, MD

    Specialties*
    • Colorectal Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 15 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1588892574
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of Texas School of Medicine|South Florida Morsani College of Medicine
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    Residency
    • Fairfax Hospital
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • NEW YORK Medical College
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood
    • HCA Houston Healthcare West
    • HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest
    • HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center
    • The Woman's Hospital of Texas

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    Dr. Jean Paul Lefave, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Lefave is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Lefave has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Lefave works at Houston Colon - Med Center in Houston, TX. View the full address on Dr. Lefave’s profile.

    36 patients have reviewed Dr. Lefave. The overall rating for this provider is 4.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Lefave.

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