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Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD

(Dr. John Andrew Abikhaled, M.D.)

(6 Ratings)

Specializes in: General Surgery

Baylor College of Medicine

Professional interests include: robotic surgery, endocrine surgery, appendectomy, and more.

3901 Medical Parkway Suite 200
Austin, TX 78756

(512) 467-7151

Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD is a general surgeon in Austin, TX specializing in general surgery. He graduated from Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD is affiliated with Ascension, St. David's HealthCare, Dell Seton Medical Center, The University of Texas (UT) System, Austin Surgeons, PLLC, Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin, Ascension Seton Cedar Park, Ascension Seton Northwest, AUSTIN SURGEONS PLLC, St. David's Surgical Hospital St. David's North Austin Medical Center St. David's Medical Center and Ascension Seton Southwest.

Office Locations

3901 Medical Parkway Suite 200
Austin, TX 78756

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Some issues Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD can help you with:

Adrenalectomy (Adrenal Surgery)

Adrenalectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the adrenal glands, which lie above each kidney. The adrenal glands are responsible for producing hormones that are necessary for bodily functions, such as the regulation of blood pressure and metabolism. If the adrenal glands overproduce certain hormones, or if a tumor grows on them, removal of the glands is a treatment option.

Adrenal surgery can be open or laparoscopic. Laparoscopic adrenalectomy is a minimally invasive procedure that inserts a thin tube with a camera (laparoscope) through several small incisions on the abdomen. The surgeon uses the laparoscope to guide the procedure and is able to access and remove adrenal glands through the small incisions. Laparoscopic adrenal surgery lasts approximately 1-2 hours.

Laparoscopic adrenalectomy is associated with shorter recovery periods, reduced risk of infection, and smaller scars. Although these factors may be desirable, the location of the tumor, its size, and the severity of the condition may require that an individual instead undergo open surgery. An open adrenalectomy is typically done for larger adrenal tumors and requires a single, large incision on the abdomen. Open adrenal surgery takes around 2-4 hours.

Following the operation, patients will remain in the hospital for 1-2 days for a laparoscopic adrenalectomy or 3-5 days for an open adrenalectomy. Patients will likely have a liquid diet immediately after their surgery, but should be able to return to solid foods after a day. If both of the glands are removed, patients will be given drug therapy to replace the hormones they produced.

Gallbladder Removal Surgery (Cholecystectomy)

The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ on the right side of the upper abdomen, underneath the liver. Its purpose is to store bile, which is used to digest fat. Occasionally, the gallbladder can develop mineral stones, called gallstones. If they are large enough, gallstones can block the ducts in the gallbladder and cause swelling and infection. Gallstones can be treated with lifestyle changes and medication, but sometimes this is not enough. In these cases, it is best to remove the gallbladder before it can cause more serious problems. The surgical removal of the gallbladder is called a cholecystectomy.

Today, most gallbladder surgeries are done laparoscopically. Four tiny incisions are made in the abdomen, and small tools are inserted through these tiny incisions to perform the surgery. Because the incisions are much smaller, recovery time is much faster with this type of surgery. Patients are usually discharged from the hospital the same day. Sometimes, open surgery is used to remove a gallbladder. In this type of surgery, a cut about six inches long is made in the upper right abdomen. After the gallbladder is removed, it is sutured or stapled closed. With open surgery, patients usually stay in the hospital for two to three days to recover before they are discharged.

Gallbladder removal, like any surgery, carries some risks, such as bleeding, infection, or the development of blood clots. Doctors will tell patients how to minimize their risk for complications. After surgery, patients are advised to avoid strenuous activity for several days. They should not soak in a bath until their sutures or staples have been removed. Patients should wash hands before touching the area around the incision. It will take a couple of days until patients feel like themselves again and a few weeks until their scar has healed and faded.

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

In The News

“"Texas is on a collision course with a viral iceberg," says Travis County Medical Society president Dr. John Abikhaled in a public service announcement the organization of doctors posted on YouTube...”—"Travis County physicians warn that coronavirus is like the Titanic in new video", Austin American-Statesman, July 2020

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

hospital care

inpatient care

inpatient hospital care

In 2012, Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD had a list price for hospital care, inpatient care, and inpatient hospital care (for patient admitted to hospital) that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Texas. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD treated as a general surgeon in Austin, TX during 2012 were hospital care, inpatient care, open surgery and abdominal surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	17
doctor visit	186
endocrine surgery	11
gastrointestinal procedures	17
hospital care	65
inpatient care	65
neck surgery	11
open surgery	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD treated as a general surgeon in Austin, TX during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care, endocrine surgery and neck surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	200
endocrine surgery	20
hospital care	63
inpatient care	63
neck surgery	20

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD.

**Gender**
Male	73
Female	95

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	134
Black	0
Hispanic	20
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	89
From 75 to 84	36
85 and over	15
Less than 65	28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD in 2013

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	33
Dementia	11
Cancer	24

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD treated as a general surgeon in Austin, TX during 2014 were hospital care, inpatient care, open surgery and abdominal surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	19
doctor visit	143
gastrointestinal procedures	19
hospital care	72
inpatient care	72
open surgery	19

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD.

**Gender**
Male	76
Female	85

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	131
Black	0
Hispanic	15
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	80
From 75 to 84	40
85 and over	18
Less than 65	23

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD in 2014

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	30
Dementia	7
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD treated as a general surgeon in Austin, TX during 2015 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	153
hospital care	47
inpatient care	47

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD.

**Gender**
Male	112
Female	194

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	260
Black	0
Hispanic	22
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	176
From 75 to 84	78
85 and over	24
Less than 65	28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD in 2015

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	29
Dementia	12
Cancer	25

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD treated as a general surgeon in Austin, TX during 2016 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	153
hospital care	62
inpatient care	62

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD.

**Gender**
Male	78
Female	88

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	136
Black	0
Hispanic	14
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	85
From 75 to 84	51
85 and over	11
Less than 65	19

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD in 2016

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	33
Dementia	11
Cancer	22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD treated as a general surgeon in Austin, TX during 2017 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	149
hospital care	50
inpatient care	50

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD.

**Gender**
Male	62
Female	88

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	116
Black	0
Hispanic	20
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	80
From 75 to 84	42
85 and over	12
Less than 65	16

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD in 2017

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	18
Dementia	13
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD treated as a general surgeon in Austin, TX during 2018 were hospital care, inpatient care, endocrine surgery and neck surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	164
endocrine surgery	19
hospital care	79
inpatient care	79
neck surgery	19

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD.

**Gender**
Male	82
Female	92

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	144
Black	0
Hispanic	14
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	89
From 75 to 84	60
85 and over	14
Less than 65	11

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD in 2018

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	25
Dementia	14
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD treated as a general surgeon in Austin, TX during 2019 were hospital care, inpatient care, endocrine surgery and neck surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	12
doctor visit	151
endocrine surgery	18
gastrointestinal procedures	12
hospital care	49
inpatient care	49
neck surgery	18
open surgery	12

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD.

**Gender**
Male	75
Female	79

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	127
Black	0
Hispanic	12
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	86
From 75 to 84	50
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD in 2019

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	18
Dementia	14
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD treated as a general surgeon in Austin, TX during 2020 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and abdominal surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	14
doctor visit	127
gastrointestinal procedures	14
hospital care	47
inpatient care	47
minimally invasive procedures	14

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD.

**Gender**
Male	75
Female	72

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	123
Black	0
Hispanic	11
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	84
From 75 to 84	47
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD in 2020

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	22
Dementia	10
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD treated as a general surgeon in Austin, TX during 2021 were hospital care, inpatient care, endocrine surgery and neck surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	17
doctor visit	165
endocrine surgery	21
gastrointestinal procedures	17
hospital care	48
inpatient care	48
minimally invasive procedures	17
neck surgery	21

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD.

**Gender**
Male	75
Female	92

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	143
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	90
From 75 to 84	60
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD in 2021

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	24
Dementia	12
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD treated as a general surgeon in Austin, TX during 2022 were hospital care, inpatient care, endocrine surgery and neck surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	14
doctor visit	152
endocrine surgery	23
gastrointestinal procedures	14
hospital care	42
inpatient care	42
minimally invasive procedures	14
neck surgery	23

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD.

**Gender**
Male	71
Female	94

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	140
Black	0
Hispanic	11
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	86
From 75 to 84	59
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD in 2022

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	24
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	21
Dementia	0
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD treated as a general surgeon in Austin, TX were hospital care, inpatient care, endocrine surgery and neck surgery.

abdominal surgery	15
doctor visit	158
endocrine surgery	18
gastrointestinal procedures	15
hospital care	56
inpatient care	56
minimally invasive procedures	15
neck surgery	18
open surgery	16

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD.

**Gender**
Male	70
Female	89

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	132
Hispanic	12
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	1

**Age**
75 to 84	47
85 and over	8
Less than 65	11
65 to 74	85

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	12
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	23
Atrial Fibrillation	12
Cancer	18
Dementia	9

Education & Training

Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD graduated from Baylor College of Medicine. He completed residency at Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery - General Surgery (Archived) The American Board of Surgery - Surgery and has a state license in Texas.

Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine

Residency: Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals (1997)

Board Certification: American Board of Surgery - General Surgery (Archived) The American Board of Surgery - Surgery

Licensed In: Texas

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Ascension

St. David's HealthCare

Dell Seton Medical Center

The University of Texas (UT) System

Austin Surgeons, PLLC

Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin

Ascension Seton Cedar Park

Ascension Seton Northwest

AUSTIN SURGEONS PLLC

St. David's Surgical Hospital St. David's North Austin Medical Center St. David's Medical Center

Ascension Seton Southwest

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Austin, TX.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2016-10-06

On a referral from a professor I found Dr. Abikhaled.  I had a rare tumor and he double and triple checked all the tests to make sure it was a correct diagnosis before going ahead with the surgery.  He also called me a couple of times before the surgery to make sure I was handing in there.  Surgery went off like clockwork and after he called several times to make sure I was doing okay.  This is unheard of for a doctor.  I come from a family of doctors and this is a rarity.  His beside manner is superb and is very caring.  No wonder he was voted one of the top Surgeons in Texas!

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$65,417 Da Vinci Surgical System $65,417
ACell, Inc.	$1,039 $1,039
Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated	$678 Exparel $678
Davol Inc.	$640 Phasix Mesh $291	PHASIX $206	DAV-Ventrio $34	Progel $13	SURGICAL $11	Other $85
Ethicon US, LLC	$351 LINX Reflux Management System $292	Echelon Circular $19	Biosurgicals $16	Energy Harmonic $13	Energy Enseal $11
Other	$2,763 Kerecis Omega3 SurgiClose $208	ENDOFLIP $193	GATTEX $168	EsophyX $164	AlloDerm $121	Other $1,909

**Types of Payments**
Education	$59,505
Food and Beverage	$8,588
Travel and Lodging	$1,795
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$1,000

Ownership and Interest Payments

This table describes ownership payments received by Dr. John A. Abikhaled, MD.

SMV Scientific LLC	2016	$138,148.00	Physician Covered Recipient	Ownership units in company
SMV Scientific LLC	2017	$117,052.00	Physician Covered Recipient	na
SMV Scientific LLC	2015	$104,074.00	Physician Covered Recipient	Purchased ownership units in company.

Biography

Dr. John Abikhaled's specialty is general surgery. In addition to English, he speaks Spanish. His areas of expertise include the following: adrenalectomy (adrenal surgery), thyroid problems, and achalasia. Dr. Abikhaled is professionally affiliated with Dell Seton Medical Center and St. David's HealthCare. Dr. Abikhaled attended medical school at Baylor College of Medicine. His residency was performed at a hospital affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine. The average patient rating for Dr. Abikhaled is 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Abikhaled has received the following distinction: Texas Super Doctors.