Gallbladder Surgeon • Katy, TX
Gallbladder Surgeon in Katy, TX
Dr. Murtaza Shakir — Gallstones, Gallbladder Attacks, and Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
Katy residents with gallstones, recurring pain under the right ribs after meals, or a diagnosis of cholecystitis can see a board-certified gallbladder surgeon without leaving the Grand Parkway. Dr. Murtaza Shakir evaluates gallbladder disease at the Surgical Associates of Southern Texas office at 410 W Grand Parkway South, Suite 4D, just south of I-10.
Dr. Shakir is board certified in General Surgery and Complex General Surgical Oncology, with fellowship training that included liver and bile duct surgery. He performs laparoscopic and robotic gallbladder removal, and he is the surgeon Katy-area primary care physicians, gastroenterologists, and emergency departments refer to when a gallbladder needs to come out.
This page covers what a gallbladder consultation in Katy involves, how gallstones and attacks are evaluated, what surgery looks like, and practical details about the office. For the full medical picture, see the main gallbladder surgery page.
Board-Certified
General Surgeon and Surgical Oncologist
⭐ Rated 5 Stars
by Patients on Google
2 Convenient Locations
Katy & Sugar Land, TX
Katy Office
410 W Grand Pkwy S, Suite 4D
Gallbladder Care in Katy
A Gallbladder Surgeon on the Grand Parkway
Why Katy patients see Dr. Shakir
Gallbladder disease is common, and the path from a first attack to a decision about surgery often runs through several appointments: a primary care visit, an ultrasound, sometimes an emergency room trip, and then a surgeon. Having the surgical consultation and follow-up in Katy, rather than across the city, makes that path shorter and easier for families in Cinco Ranch, Fulshear, Cross Creek Ranch, and West Houston.
A pattern Dr. Shakir sees often in Katy: a patient has visited an urgent care or emergency department one or more times with upper abdominal pain, has been told the ultrasound shows stones, and has been advised to “follow up with a surgeon.” That follow-up is exactly what the Katy office is for. Rick, whose review appears below, was in the ER five times before his gallbladder was identified as the cause.
Who we see at the Katy office
- Patients with gallstones found on ultrasound or CT
- Patients with recurring gallbladder attacks after meals
- Patients referred after an ER visit for cholecystitis or pancreatitis
- Patients with bile duct stones after ERCP
- Patients with biliary dyskinesia on HIDA scan
- Patients with gallbladder polyps needing evaluation
- Patients seeking a second opinion before surgery
- Patients who prefer a minimally invasive or robotic approach
Communities served include Katy, Cinco Ranch, Cross Creek Ranch, Fulshear, Brookshire, Richmond, Pecan Grove, and West Houston.
Conditions Treated
Gallbladder Conditions Treated in Katy
Each condition is explained in full on its own page; in brief, these are the problems Dr. Shakir evaluates and treats.
Gallstones
Hardened deposits in the gallbladder. Silent stones are usually watched; stones causing attacks or complications are treated by removing the gallbladder. Gallstones symptoms and treatment.
Gallbladder Attacks
Episodes of steady upper abdominal pain after meals, often with nausea, lasting thirty minutes to several hours. Gallbladder attack symptoms.
Cholecystitis
Inflammation and often infection of the gallbladder, causing constant pain and fever. Usually requires surgery within days. Symptoms of acute cholecystitis.
Bile Duct Stones & Pancreatitis
Stones that have escaped into the bile duct or triggered pancreatitis are managed with gastroenterology, followed by gallbladder removal once the acute problem settles.
What to Expect
Your Gallbladder Consultation at the Katy Office
Most patients arrive with an ultrasound already done. The consultation confirms the diagnosis, checks for complications, and sets a plan.
01
History and Examination
The timing and character of your pain, its relationship to meals, and any fever or jaundice. Examination for tenderness under the right ribs.
02
Ultrasound and Bloodwork
Existing imaging is reviewed on the spot. If an ultrasound has not been done, or blood tests for liver enzymes and bilirubin are missing, they are arranged locally in Katy.
03
Further Testing If Needed
A HIDA scan when symptoms are typical but no stones are seen; MRCP or endoscopic ultrasound when a bile duct stone is suspected.
04
Surgical Plan and Scheduling
Whether to remove the gallbladder, how urgently, and whether laparoscopic or robotic surgery is the better fit. Surgery is scheduled at a west-side hospital or surgical center, with pre-operative instructions and a Katy follow-up arranged before you leave.
Katy Residents: Gallstones or Pain After Meals?
Repeated attacks rarely stop on their own. A consultation at the Grand Parkway office will confirm the cause and explain your options, usually within days.
Surgery
Laparoscopic and Robotic Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
The standard operation: three or four small incisions, general anesthesia, about an hour, and home the same day for most patients. Suited to the great majority of gallbladders. Step-by-step guide.
Robotic Cholecystectomy
The same small incisions with wristed instruments and a magnified 3D view. Chosen for severely inflamed or scarred gallbladders, prior upper abdominal surgery, or a high body-mass index. Recovery is the same as laparoscopic. Robotic gallbladder surgery.
Recovery
Recovery for Katy Patients
What to expect after gallbladder removal
Home the same day in most cases. A few days of incision soreness and bloating, walking from the first evening, showering after 24 to 48 hours, and small low-fat meals for the first week. Desk work within three to seven days; lifting limited to about 15 pounds for two weeks; normal diet and full activity within two to four weeks.
Follow-up is at the Katy office one to two weeks after surgery. Questions during recovery are welcome by phone. Our week-by-week recovery guide and post-operative care page have the details, and foods to eat after gallbladder removal covers diet.
Before surgery
- Follow the fasting and medication instructions in our pre-operative guide
- Tell the team about blood thinners, diabetes medications, and supplements
- Arrange a driver for the day of surgery
- Plan a few days of light duty at home
- Stock easy, low-fat foods for the first week
- Bring your questions to the pre-operative visit
Your Surgeon
Meet Your Katy Gallbladder Surgeon
Murtaza Shakir, MD
Dr. Shakir is a board-certified General Surgeon and Surgical Oncologist. He earned his medical degree at Aga Khan University, completed General Surgery residency at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, and a two-year Surgical Oncology fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, with training in liver, bile duct, and pancreatic surgery.
He serves Katy and western Fort Bend County from the Grand Parkway office, where gallbladder surgery is among the most common operations he performs.
Board certified by the American Board of Surgery in:
- General Surgery
- Complex General Surgical Oncology
Surgical focus:
- Laparoscopic and robotic gallbladder removal
- Gallstones, cholecystitis, and biliary dyskinesia
- Bile duct stone management with gastroenterology
- Hernia and general surgery
Recognized by Houstonia Magazine among Houston’s top general surgeons. Learn more about gallbladder surgery.
Why Patients Choose Us
Why Choose Surgical Associates of Southern Texas for Gallbladder Surgery in Katy?
Board-Certified Surgical Expertise
Board certified in both General Surgery and Complex General Surgical Oncology.
On the Grand Parkway
410 W Grand Pkwy S, minutes from Cinco Ranch, Fulshear, and I-10.
Laparoscopic and Robotic
Both approaches, chosen by the condition of your gallbladder.
Biliary Surgery Training
Fellowship experience for inflamed gallbladders, duct stones, and pancreatitis.
Clear, Honest Answers
Silent stones are watched; symptomatic stones are treated. You will know which you have.
Sugar Land Office Too
A second office at 17510 W Grand Pkwy S for patients south of the Westpark Tollway.
Location
Gallbladder Surgeon in Katy, TX
Katy Office
Gallbladder consultations, imaging review, pre-operative visits, and follow-up are held here. Surgery is performed at west-side hospitals and surgical centers.
Surgical Associates of Southern Texas
410 W Grand Pkwy S
Suite 4D
Katy, TX 77494
Serving Katy, Cinco Ranch, Cross Creek Ranch, Fulshear, Brookshire, Richmond, Pecan Grove, and West Houston.
Getting to the Katy Office
From Cinco Ranch and Fulshear: Westpark Tollway or FM 1093 east to Grand Parkway (Highway 99) north; the office is on the west side south of I-10.
From West Houston and the Energy Corridor: I-10 west to Grand Parkway, then south.
From Richmond and Pecan Grove: Grand Parkway north.
Free surface parking. Our Sugar Land office serves patients south of the Westpark Tollway. See all locations or contact us.
Patient Reviews
What Katy-Area Patients Say About Gallbladder Surgery
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rated 5 Stars by Patients on Google. Real experiences from patients treated in Katy and Sugar Land.
Rick Rogers
Google Review · Gallbladder Surgery
I had severe pain and was in the ER 5 times in 2 months with no definitive diagnosis. Dr. Shakir looked at my various test results and realized my gall bladder needed to come out. Once he removed it I felt so much better. He listens to you and discusses the options. Great Dr. and surgeon. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Maryna Solodka
Katy
Dr Shakir literally turned my life to the better! The level of professionalism and care he treated me with was the top, which is hard to meet nowadays in the digital world we live in. Dr. Shakir patiently answered all my questions before the surgery to ensure I knew what is and will be happening and so I could feel in peace. If you ever need to go through such life changing event like internal organ surgery I recommend you reach out to Dr Shakir so he can go through those changes with you!
See what more patients are saying about their experience with Dr. Shakir.
FAQ
Katy Gallbladder Questions
Where is the Katy gallbladder office?
410 W Grand Pkwy S, Suite 4D, Katy, TX 77494, on Highway 99 just south of I-10. Call 713-955-9191.
I was seen in a Katy ER for gallbladder pain and told to follow up with a surgeon. What now?
Call the office and mention the ER visit. Bring or have forwarded the ER records, ultrasound, and blood tests. Patients with recent cholecystitis or pancreatitis are seen promptly.
Where is gallbladder surgery performed for Katy patients?
At hospitals and surgical centers on the west side of Houston, chosen based on your insurance and situation. Clinic visits are at the Katy office.
Do I need an ultrasound before my appointment?
It is helpful but not required. If you do not have one, it is arranged locally in Katy after your consultation.
Does Dr. Shakir do robotic gallbladder surgery in Katy?
Yes. Both laparoscopic and robotic cholecystectomy are offered, with the approach chosen by the condition of your gallbladder.
Can I go home the same day?
Most patients do. An overnight stay is more likely after surgery for an acutely inflamed gallbladder.
My gallstones were found by chance and I have no symptoms. Do I need surgery?
Usually not. Silent gallstones are generally watched. Dr. Shakir will explain the exceptions and what symptoms to watch for.
How soon can I be seen?
New consultations are usually available within a few days. Patients with active cholecystitis, jaundice, or pancreatitis are seen urgently.
Do you see patients from Fulshear and Cinco Ranch?
Yes. The Katy office is the closest location, about 10 to 20 minutes via FM 1093 or the Westpark Tollway.
How long is recovery?
Home the same day, desk work within about a week, and normal diet and activity within two to four weeks. See our recovery guide.
Is there a Sugar Land office as well?
Yes, at 17510 W Grand Pkwy S, Suite 320, Sugar Land, TX 77479. Patients may use whichever office is closer.
What should I bring to the first visit?
Photo ID, insurance card, medication list, any ultrasound or CT reports, recent blood tests, and notes from any ER visits.
Schedule a Gallbladder Consultation in Katy
If you have gallstones, repeated pain after meals, or have been told to follow up with a surgeon after an ER visit, schedule an evaluation with Dr. Murtaza Shakir at the Katy office.
A consultation can help determine:
- Whether your symptoms are coming from your gallbladder
- Whether observation or surgery is advisable
- Whether laparoscopic or robotic removal fits your situation
- Whether you can expect same-day discharge
- What recovery and diet will look like
Serving patients throughout: Katy • Cinco Ranch • Fulshear • Brookshire • Richmond • West Houston