Amit K. Agarwal

Biography

Amit K. Agarwal, M.D., is a born and raised Texan who enjoys relating to his patients.“I enjoy building relationships with patients,” said Dr. Agarwal, assistant professor at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth. “I was interested in colon and rectal surgery because I was able to build a foundation with my patients through the entirety of their disease process, from diagnosis to recovery.”Dr. Agarwal uses an evidence-based medicine approach prior to considering surgery. “I take pride in engaging in the latest research in my field, to enhance my patient care.”His clinical interests include minimally invasive and robotic surgery of the colon and rectum, cancer screening, benign and malignant conditions of the colon, rectum and anus as well as pelvic floor disorders, inflammatory bowel disease, and treatment of incontinence.He is also involved in surgical education and clinical research.Dr. Agarwal’s patients include those with conditions such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, hemorrhoids, diverticulitis, rectal cancer, color cancer and more.

Research Interest

Endovascular Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Aortic Aneurysms, Carotid Surgery, Peripheral Arterial Disease, Dialysis Access and Medical Management of Vascular Diseases