Dr. Gilchrist Jackson, MD
Surgical Oncologist
At a glance
4.94 stars (9 reviews)
99% are satisfied with this provider ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from University of Louisville, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Houston Methodist Surgical Associates
Affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital
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Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Thyroid and parathyroid surgery
Thyroid and parathyroid surgery
Other popular visit reasons
Breast Cancer
Cancer
Endoscopy
Enlarged Lymph Nodes
Head and Neck Oncology Follow Up
Skin Cancer
Surgical Oncology
Thyroidectomy
Breast Cancer
Cancer
Endoscopy
Enlarged Lymph Nodes
More about Dr. Gilchrist Jackson, MD
Dr. Gilchrist Jackson specializes in Surgical Oncology, Endocrine Surgery and Head and Neck Surgery. Prior to joining Houston Methodist Surgical Associates, Dr. Jackson built a productive surgical practice at Texas Oncology Surgical Specialists and Kelsey-Seybold Clinic. He trained at University of Texas Southwestern School of Medicine and at a Surgical Oncology Fellowship at MD Anderson Cancer Center in the Head and Neck, Endocrine and Surgical Oncology sections. His clinical research interests include the diagnostic imaging for patients with hyperparathyroidism, the early diagnosis of thyroid cancer through FNA biopsy, parotid tumors, and function-preserving neck dissection for thyroid and other cancers.
Dr. Jackson's extensive clinical practice includes patients with hyperparathyroidism, benign thyroid disease including goiter and Grave's disease (hyperthyroidism) and all types of thyroid cancer including selective, limited or more extensive neck dissection. Surgery is carefully tailored to the extent of disease and includes MIP parathyroidectomy. Dr. Jackson treats MEN (multiple endocrine neoplasia) patients, and patients with adrenal functional tumors such as Conn's (hyperaldosteronism), Cushing's Syndromes, pheochromocytoma, and other adrenal tumors. He also treats neuoroendocrine and functional tumors. His other clinical interests include breast cancer surgery and diagnosis as well as head and neck cancer/tumors, melanoma, soft tissue sarcoma and other diseases of the salivary gland, colon, small intestine, stomach and pancreas.
In 2020 Dr. Jackson received the following honors:
America’s Top Doctors for Cancer 2020 by Castle Connolly
America’s Most Honored Doctors 2020 by American Registry
2020 America’s Top Doctors by American Registry
America’s Best Physicians 2020 by National Consumer Advisory Board
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - University of Louisville, Doctor of Medicine
Parkland Memorial Hospital (Internship)
University of Texas, Southwestern (Residency)
The University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Fellowship in Surgical Oncology
Practice
Affiliation
Houston Methodist Hospital
Certifications
American Board of Surgery
Awards and publications
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
America’s Top Doctors for Cancer 2020 by Castle Connolly
America’s Most Honored Doctors 2020 by American Registry
2020 America’s Top Doctors by American Registry
America’s Best Physicians 2020 by National Consumer Advisory Board
Background
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1326134602
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Patient reviews
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Overall rating
4.94
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Which hospital is Dr. Gilchrist Jackson affiliated with?
Dr. Gilchrist Jackson is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Gilchrist Jackson work with?
Dr. Gilchrist Jackson works with Houston Methodist Surgical Associates.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gilchrist Jackson have?
Dr. Gilchrist Jackson is certified by American Board of Surgery.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Gilchrist Jackson?
Dr. Gilchrist Jackson frequently sees patients for Breast Cancer, Cancer, Endoscopy, Enlarged Lymph Nodes, and Skin Cancer. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Gilchrist Jackson on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Gilchrist Jackson speak?
Dr. Gilchrist Jackson speaks English and Spanish.