Dr. Omar Khan Jilani, MD
Board-Certified Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist & Internist
About Him
Dr. Omar Khan Jilani, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist, hepatologist, and internist based in Houston, Texas. He provides comprehensive care for patients with digestive and liver conditions and is affiliated with North Cypress Medical Center. Dr. Jilani sees patients at Core Medical Physicians, where he is known for his patient-centered approach and clear, thoughtful communication.
Dr. Jilani earned his medical degree from Albany Medical College and completed his internal medicine residency at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai / Beth Israel. He went on to complete a gastroenterology fellowship at Allegheny Health Network Medical Education Consortium, gaining extensive experience in the diagnosis and management of complex gastrointestinal disorders.
He is fluent in English, Spanish, Hindi, and Urdu, allowing him to effectively care for a diverse patient population.
Conditions He Treats
Dr. Jilani treats a wide range of gastrointestinal and liver conditions, including:
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and heartburn
- Barrett's esophagus and esophagitis
- Inflammatory bowel disease, including ulcerative colitis
- Diverticulosis and diverticulitis
- Gastritis, duodenitis, and peptic ulcer disease
- Abdominal pain, bloating, nausea, and indigestion
- Colonic polyps and colorectal cancer screening
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and gastrointestinal bleeding
- Chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, and fatty liver disease
- Pancreatitis and other pancreatic disorders
- Anemia related to gastrointestinal conditions
Procedures He Performs
Dr. Jilani performs a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic gastroenterology procedures, including:
- Colonoscopy and colorectal cancer screening
- Upper endoscopy (EGD)
- Endoscopic biopsies of the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract
- Endoscopic removal of polyps and abnormal growths
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy
- Gastrointestinal motility and function testing
