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Dr. Houssam Alkharrat, MD

Dr. Houssam Alkharrat, MD

Gastroenterology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Houssam Alkharrat, MD is a gastroenterologist in Lubbock, TX and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Alkharrat has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease, Esophageal Disorders, and Liver Disease. He graduated from University Of Damascus, Faculty Of Medicine in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Covenant Medical Center and Lubbock Heart & Surgical Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 70 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (70 reviews)

West Texas Digestive Disease Center

5115 80th St Lubbock, TX 79424

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(806) 686-0699

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Alkharrat is affiliated with Covenant Medical Center Lubbock, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Alkharrat is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Alkharrat specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Alkharrat's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Alkharrat

4.3

70 ratings, 44 with a written review
5 Star
80%
80%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
1%
1%
2 Star
1%
1%
1 Star
14%
14%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Michael – Sep 15, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 16, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tricia Chancey – May 13, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Anna Foley – Apr 27, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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G Kelly – Apr 26, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Rufus – Dec 31, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Gregg Davis in Hobbs, NM – May 22, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Lana Townsend in Lubbock, TX – May 17, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Sandra Bearden in Ackerly, TX – Mar 26, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Sharon Sheram in Cave Creek, AZ – Dec 19, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
John Boyd in Snyder, TX – Nov 26, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Lubbock, TX – Nov 08, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Oct 24, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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TX – Sep 25, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Jones in Lubbock , TX – Jul 27, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jinkin in TX – Jul 26, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Norma in Lubbock, Tx – Jan 25, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Michael Woodward in Lubbock, TX – Oct 16, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lubbock, TX – Sep 05, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Sherry in Carlsbad, N.M. – Aug 26, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Knowledge, Commitment, Compassion, Respect. is the summary of our practice approach to your care. Please review my CV on the following link: https://www.dropbox.com/s/1c2zsvgrhm12dmu/AL KHARRAT CV.doc

biography

Dr. Al Kharrat is a Board Certified Gastroenterologist by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). He completed his fellowship in gastroenterology at Bridgeport Hospital, Yale New Haven System in 2002. He then performed two years of private...read more

  • Gastroenterology

  • Hepatology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Bridgeport Hosp, Yale New Haven Health

    Fellowship Hospital, 2003

  • Bon Secour Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1999

  • Researcher At Thomas Jefferson University

    Internship Hospital, 1996

  • University Of Damascus, Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Dr. Alkharrat is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    West Texas Digestive Disease Center

    West Texas Digestive Disease Center5115 80th St Lubbock, TX 79424
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Lubbock Heart & Surgical Hospital

      4810 N Loop 289
      Lubbock, TX 79416

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Covenant Medical Center

      3615 19th St
      Lubbock, TX 79410
      Recipient of 7
      hospital awards

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback

    • Medical Arts Hospital

      2200 N Bryan Ave
      Lamesa, TX 79331

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      9% higher than the national average

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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