Joseph S. Galati, MD

Joseph S. Galati, MD

Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Transplant Hepatology
Accepting New Patients
Video Visits Available

About Dr. Joseph S. Galati

I am a board‑certified gastroenterologist and transplant hepatologist with over three decades of experience in liver disease and transplantation. My practice focuses on advanced hepatology care, liver transplantation, and evidence‑based management of complex gastrointestinal and liver disorders.

Dr. Joseph S. Galati is a native of Long Island, New York. He received his undergraduate degree at Syracuse University and attended St. George's University School of Medicine.
Following medical school, Dr. Galati was an intern and resident in internal medicine at State University of New York Health Science Center-Brooklyn(formerly Downstate Medical Center) /Kings County Hospital Center, one of the premier teaching hospitals in the country.
Dr. Galati left New York City for Omaha, Nebraska, where he attended University of Nebraska Medical Center, receiving his fellowship training in gastroenterology, hepatology, and transplant medicine.
In 1994, Dr. Galati came to Houston, holding several different positions at University of Texas-Health Science Center and St. Luke's Hospital. In 2007, Dr. Galati was appointed the medical director of the Houston Methodist Center for Liver Disease & Transplantation in Houston Texas.
Dr. Galati's practice, Liver Specialists of Texas, is devoted to the care of patients with both acute and chronic liver disease as well as individuals with disorders of the digestive tract. The majority of his referrals are for patients with chronic type C hepatitis - most of which have previously failed some form of therapy or have now developed complications.
For the past 10 years, Dr. Galati has been producing and hosting a weekly radio program called 'Your Health First' on 740 KTRH. He discusses the latest in health and wellness news.

Clinical Interests

Liver Biopsy
Liver Surgery
Endoscopy
Hepatology
Liver Transplant

Accepted Insurance Plans

  • Aetna Choice POS / Open Choice
  • Aetna PPO
  • Beech Street PPO
  • Blue Choice POS
  • Blue Choice PPO
  • Cigna Allegiance
  • Cigna Allegiance Houston Methodist Employee Medical Plan
  • Cigna Great West
  • Cigna POS
  • Cigna PPO
  • Evolutions HealthCare PPO
  • Fiesta Groceries-Emp Direct
  • First Health PPO
  • Fort Bend ISD-Emp Dir PPO
  • Galaxy Health Network PPO
  • Harris County Hosp Dist-Emp Spec
  • Humana POS & Preferred POS
  • Integrated Behav Health BHO
  • Medcorp Southwest PPO
  • Medicare
  • Medicus International
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • PHCS PPO
  • Providers Network of Amer PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare EPO
  • UnitedHealthcare POS
  • UnitedHealthcare PPO
  • USA Managed Care PPO
  • USC Health Services-Transplt
Insurance plans may change. Please verify your plan is accepted when scheduling an appointment.

Credentials

Medical School
  • St George's University School of Medicine-Grenada, West Indies | 1987
Residency
  • SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn - Brooklyn, NY | 1991
Internship
  • SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn- Brooklyn, NY | 1988
Board Certification
  • Gastroenterology
Affiliated Hospitals
  • Houston Methodist Hospital
Center Memberships
  • Houston Methodist Dr. Mary and Ron Neal Cancer Center
  • Houston Methodist J.C. Walter Jr. Transplant Center

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish
Languages listed are spoken by doctor and/or office staff.

FAQ

Can I book an appointment with Dr. Joseph S. Galati?
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What languages does Dr. Joseph S. Galati speak?
Dr. Joseph S. Galati, or the office, speaks English, Spanish.
What are Dr. Joseph S. Galati's specialties?
Dr. Joseph S. Galati is a specialist in Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Transplant Hepatology.