Ira L Flax
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
915 Gessner Rd Suite 850 Houston TX, 77024About
Dr. Ira Flax, MD is one of the country's best rated doctors. His specialties include gastroenterology and he currently treats patients in Houston, Texas. Dr. Flax is a graduate of Medical College Of Virginia ...
Education and Training
Va Commonwealth Univ, Med Coll of Va Sch of Med, Richmond Va 1974
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine 1974
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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Treatments
- Crohn's Disease
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Diverticulosis
- Vascular Disease
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