Mark Pidala, M.D., F.A.C.S.

4.9 out of 5 stars

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Mark J. Pidala, MD

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Specialty:
Surgery – Colon and Rectal
Surgery – General
Board Certification:
American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery
American Board of Surgery
Education/Training

Medical School
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, 1990

Residency
Summa Health System Akron City Hospital, 1995

Fellowship
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, 1996

Mark J. Pidala, MD, FACS, extensive experience in both laparoscopic and robotic colon and rectal procedures. He performs all surgeries on the colon, rectum, and anus, as well as routine and advanced colonoscopies. Dr. Pidala moved here in 1998 and was one of the first colon and rectal surgeons in Houston to perform minimally invasive laparoscopic colon resections.

Dr. Pidala is an assistant professor of surgery at the The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). He plays an active role in the education of the residents enrolled in the colon and rectal surgery program at the University of Texas. He has published numerous peer reviewed articles and book chapters.

Dr. Pidala received his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati Medical School and completed his residency in general surgery at Akron City Hospital in Akron, OH. From there, Dr. Pidala completed a residency in colon and rectal surgery at UMDNJ/Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick, NJ.

When not seeing patients or teaching, Dr. Pidala enjoys spending quality time with his wife and three children, traveling, and exercising.

60 Patient Review(s) / 337 Surveys

05/15/20
Great experience, very caring and explained everything to me.
05/08/20
Good.
05/07/20
Very good and provided me with information I needed for trying to make a good decision for treatment.
05/05/20
*Dr. Mark Pidala is the best colorectal surgeon if not one of the top in Houston!
05/05/20
*Dr. Pidala has best bedside manner and compassion and understanding of me as a patient and continues that experience even after my care.
05/05/20
Excellent, thank you. Obviously very concerned about their patient's and staffs safety.
05/05/20
Excellent care. as a patient I need to be just a little smarter when discussing my concerns with the Doctor. excellent care.
05/01/20
Excellent communication from staff.
05/01/20
Best Doctor and staff I have the opportunity to provide care for me.
05/01/20
Excellent!
05/01/20
Excellent!
04/10/20
One of the BEST MD experiences of my life!
03/30/20
Efficient service.
03/17/20
*Dr. Pidala and the staff made me feel very comfortable and made it easy to talk to them.
03/13/20
I was very apprehensive however, because of the doctors expertise I felt I was not alone in [...] year quest towards better health.
02/28/20
Dr. explained every detail regarding my problem and helped me understand what needed to be done for relief and healing.
02/26/20
[...] has a [...] and the way the doctor talked to him and treated him was the very best that's ever happened. He was kind, thoughtful, thorough and always kept [...] comfort, both mental and physical at the forefront.
02/21/20
Good.
02/19/20
Dr. Pidala was excellent. I do not have enough word to describe his expertise, concern and demeanor and making me at ease as to the process.
02/18/20
I was able to ask questions and Dr. Pidala took time to answer my questions and explain his recommendations.
02/16/20
Dr. Pidala is very knowledgeable and professional.
02/16/20
experience Dr. with excellent patient communication.
02/15/20
They are awesome!
02/14/20
Dr. was excellent.
02/13/20
*Doctor Mark Pidala is a great doctor. I recommend him, to any one with [...]
02/08/20
Dr. Pidala is the BEST!!!! and staff is very sweet
01/29/20
*Dr. Pidala spent a good deal of time reviewing my health background and my needs. He explained my three options so I could make an informed decision.
01/29/20
Have been a patient of this doctor for many [...] and trust his judgment.
01/24/20
Doctor is patient & answered all my questions.
01/24/20
*Dr. Pidala is wonderful!
01/21/20
Pidala is the best doctor I've ever had. He is very knowledgeable, very straightforward, and always listens to what I have to say. He talks about what's going on and what the options for treatment are and lets me decide. I never feel pressured into anything and always feel like I'm in good hands.
01/19/20
I definitely recommend doctor Pidala.
01/18/20
GOOD.
01/18/20
Dr. Pidala spoke and listened to my [...] problem in his office before going into an examination room. This made her feel very comfortable.
01/14/20
Remarks made me feel there is a future life where I possibly might feel good again!!
12/29/19
Dr. Pilada was excellent and very professional.
12/22/19
Doctor Pidala is outstanding. His skill level and concern for patients match his sharp sense of humor.
12/20/19
Already have recommended *Dr. Pidila to a friend and they love him. Always answers my questions.
12/14/19
The BEST!
12/11/19
*Dr. Pidala was very thorough and explained everything very well.
12/11/19
*Dr. Pidala was very professional and explained everything that he was doing during the visit and why.
12/07/19
considering... he always makes me feel comfortable.
12/03/19
Perfectly happy with my provider.
09/17/19
Excellent information about what my physical problem was; explained very well with medications and directions how & when to use. I was in & out very fast - no waiting.
09/11/19
Dr. Pidala is excellent.
09/10/19
Dr. Pidala was FIRST CLASS in every phase!
08/31/19
Dr. Pidala was one of the best doctors that I have been to in years. His bed side manner was superb, and he made sure that I was comfortable throughout the whole visit. If only he did general practice.....
08/27/19
Northwest Surgery Center at Red Oak - No. 1 facility in my opinion. My recommendations will be given to friends and associates alike.
08/27/19
Very attentive.
08/27/19
Dr. Pidala has been excellent throughout my treatment.
08/26/19
Always kind and helpful. Answered all questions.
08/20/19
Dr. Pidala listens to patient and looks at them, not a computer or paperwork.
08/20/19
He explained the procedure I might need and gave me the option of having him perform it or scheduling with another physician in my hometown two hours away.
08/13/19
Dr. Pidala told me what he was doing every step of the way and checked on me frequently during the procedure.
08/10/19
Dr. Pidala was excellent as he took his time to explain my condition and the treatment options I have ...
08/09/19
Gave long term outlook very helpful.
07/30/19
Dr. Pidala takes time to listen and to address any concerns. I never feel rushed.
07/30/19
Dr. Pidala really takes time to listen to you concerns. I never felt rushed.
07/30/19
Excellent.
07/23/19
Dr. Pidala is an incredible doctor who takes time to explain in great detail.
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