Houston Gastro Institute

Houston Gastro Institute Houston Gastro Institute provides expert GI and liver care — from clinic consultations to advanced procedures.

We combine medical excellence with lifestyle-focused care to help patients prevent, manage, and heal chronic digestive conditions.

Diet lists don’t heal. Structured plans do.Our GI-Focused Nutrition Group Sessions are designed to give you clarity with...
03/13/2026

Diet lists don’t heal. Structured plans do.

Our GI-Focused Nutrition Group Sessions are designed to give you clarity without overwhelm — and guidance that actually aligns with your diagnosis.

Topics include:

✔ GERD
✔ Constipation
✔ Fatty Liver
✔ How to Improve YOUR Gut Health

Each session is thoughtfully developed by our gastroenterologists and supported by registered dietitians — ensuring your nutrition plan matches your medical care.

Practical. Structured. Evidence-based.

🗓 Every Tuesday
🕛 12:00 – 1:00 PM CST
💻 Virtual Session
💳 Insurance or Cash-Pay Options Available

📞 Call or text: (281) 746-9284
💻 Save your spot here: https://gi.drvivianasamoah.com/group-program

03/11/2026

Fatty liver disease is one of the most common liver conditions we see — and many patients don’t know they have it.

Often there are no clear symptoms.
Sometimes labs are only mildly elevated.
And yet over time, inflammation can progress.

The good news?
Early-stage fatty liver is often reversible with the right interventions.

Our next Group Nutrition Session focuses on:
✔ Reducing liver inflammation
✔ Improving metabolic markers
✔ Sustainable dietary shifts
✔ Structured lifestyle strategies

Because “just lose weight” is not a plan.

🗓 March 17, 2026
🕡 12:00 - 1:00 PM CST
💻 Virtual Session
💳 Insurance or Cash-Pay Options Available

📞 Call or text: (281) 746-9284
💻 Register: https://gi.drvivianasamoah.com/group-program

Colonoscopy isn’t just detection — it’s prevention.During a colonoscopy, precancerous polyps can be removed before they ...
03/10/2026

Colonoscopy isn’t just detection — it’s prevention.

During a colonoscopy, precancerous polyps can be removed before they ever turn into cancer.

That’s powerful medicine.

Screening starts at 45 — earlier with symptoms or family history.

📞 (281) 746-9284
💻 Visit: https://www.houstongastroinstitute.com/contact-us

March is also 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗶𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵.Conditions like Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and celiac disease are imm...
03/05/2026

March is also 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗶𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵.

Conditions like Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and celiac disease are immune-mediated and require thoughtful, specialized care.

If symptoms persist despite “normal” labs, don’t dismiss them.

We evaluate carefully.
We treat comprehensively.

📞 Call or text: (281) 746-9284
💻 www.houstongastroinstitute.com/contact-us

It’s 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 — and in GI, nutrition isn’t optional. It’s foundational.But here’s what we’ve seen after ...
03/05/2026

It’s 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 — and in GI, nutrition isn’t optional. It’s foundational.

But here’s what we’ve seen after years in practice:

Handing someone a list of “avoid these foods” is not a plan.

GERD management isn’t just about eliminating triggers — it’s about:
✔ Meal timing
✔ Portion control
✔ Acid exposure patterns
✔ Realistic structure

Our upcoming GI-Focused Nutrition Group Consultation on GERD walks patients through physician-guided strategies that are practical and sustainable.

Not extreme elimination.
Not internet trends.
Just clarity.

🗓 March 10, 2026
🕡 12:00 - 1:00 PM CST
💻 Virtual Session
💳 Insurance or Cash-Pay Options Available

📞 Call or text: (281) 746-9284
💻 Register: https://gi.drvivianasamoah.com/group-program

March is 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵, and this is one conversation that truly saves lives.Colorectal cancer often ...
03/02/2026

March is 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵, and this is one conversation that truly saves lives.

Colorectal cancer often begins silently — 𝘢𝘴 𝘢 𝘴𝘮𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘱𝘰𝘭𝘺𝘱.
And here’s the powerful part: polyps can be removed before they ever turn into cancer.

That’s not just screening.
That’s prevention.

Current guidelines recommend screening starting at 𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝟰𝟱, and earlier if you have symptoms, family history, or certain risk factors.

If you’ve been putting this off, let this be your reminder:
Prevention is proactive.
Prevention is powerful.
Prevention protects your future.

📞 Call or text: (𝟮𝟴𝟭) 𝟳𝟰𝟲-𝟵𝟮𝟴𝟰
💻 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲: www.houstongastroinstitute.com/contact-us

💬 Is 2026 the year you check this off your list?

02/27/2026

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗢𝗺𝗼𝘄𝘂𝗺𝗶 𝗔𝗸𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲, 𝗠𝗦𝗡, 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗡, 𝗙𝗡𝗣-𝗕𝗖.

Wumi brings experience in gastroenterology, endoscopy, and preventive care — with a calm, patient-centered approach our patients truly appreciate.

She believes understanding comes first… and care follows.

📍 Houston Gastro Institute
📞 Call/Text (𝟮𝟴𝟭) 𝟳𝟰𝟲-𝟵𝟮𝟴𝟰
✉️ contact@drasamooah.com

💬 What makes you feel comfortable with a provider?

𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝘀 𝗮 𝗽𝗼𝗹𝘆𝗽 — 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗼𝗹𝘆𝗽𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱.That’s what makes colonoscopy so powerful.It doesn’t ju...
02/25/2026

𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝘀 𝗮 𝗽𝗼𝗹𝘆𝗽 — 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗼𝗹𝘆𝗽𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱.

That’s what makes colonoscopy so powerful.
It doesn’t just detect cancer — it helps prevent it.

Screening is recommended starting at age 45, or earlier if you have symptoms or family history.

One test.
One step.
Peace of mind.

📞 Call or text: (𝟮𝟴𝟭) 𝟳𝟰𝟲-𝟵𝟮𝟴𝟰
💻 Schedule online: www.houstongastroinstitute.com/contact-us

💬 Have you had your screening yet, or is it on your to-do list?

02/23/2026

𝗕𝗹𝗼𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴. 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗹𝘂𝘅. 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗔𝗯𝗱𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗻.
These symptoms are common — but they’re not “normal.”

At Houston Gastro Institute, we focus on finding the why behind your symptoms and creating a clear, evidence-based plan forward.

No rushing.
No guesswork.
Just thoughtful GI care you can trust.

📞 Call or text: (𝟮𝟴𝟭) 𝟳𝟰𝟲-𝟵𝟮𝟴𝟰
💻 Request an appointment: www.houstongastroinstitute.com/contact-us

💬 What digestive symptom do you wish you had answers for?

02/20/2026

Meet Omowumi Akande, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC — one of the compassionate providers caring for our HGI patients.

Wumi brings experience in gastroenterology, endoscopy, and preventive care, with a calm, thoughtful approach that patients truly feel during visits.

She believes great GI care starts with listening — and ends with a clear plan.

In this Q&A, Wumi asks Dr. Vivian:
“W𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘨𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘨𝘨𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘪𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘎𝘐 𝘴𝘺𝘮𝘱𝘵𝘰𝘮𝘴?”undefined

Dr. V shares a real patient story — a reminder that persistent symptoms deserve attention, and that the right evaluation can uncover answers patients have been searching for.

At 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗚𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗲, our providers work together — listening carefully, asking better questions, and creating clear, thoughtful care plans.

You don’t have to struggle in silence.

💬 What’s one symptom you wish more people talked openly about?

📍 Houston Gastro Institute, Katy, TX
📞 Call/Text (𝟮𝟴𝟭) 𝟳𝟰𝟲-𝟵𝟮𝟴𝟰
💻 www.houstongastroinstitute.com/contact-us

02/19/2026

An incredible evening of collaboration and clinical education at Houston Gastro Institute.

We were honored to host a 𝗦𝗜𝗕𝗢 𝗗𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗲: 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 & 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻, bringing together physicians and advanced practice providers for an in-depth conversation on evolving research, real-world diagnosis, and patient-centered management of complex GI conditions.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to a thoughtful, engaging discussion — and to Dr. Mark Pimentel for his continued leadership in this space.

At HGI, we remain committed to advancing care through education, collaboration, and evidence-based medicine — all in service of better outcomes for our community.

Ever left a visit with a diet handout — and more questions than answers?At Houston Gastro Institute, we know digestive h...
02/18/2026

Ever left a visit with a diet handout — and more questions than answers?

At Houston Gastro Institute, we know digestive health takes more than a list of foods to avoid. That’s why we offer 𝗚𝗜-𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 designed to give patients 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 — not guesswork.

These sessions are:
✔ Led by gastroenterologists
✔ Supported by registered dietitians
✔ Grounded in real GI conditions — not trends

Our group consultations help patients:
• Understand how food affects their specific symptoms
• Feel more confident making everyday food choices
• Build sustainable habits that fit real life

Topics currently include:
✔ GERD
✔ Constipation
✔ Fatty Liver
✔ 𝘏𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘰 𝘐𝘮𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘦 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘎𝘶𝘵 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘩 (our foundational session)

This is nutrition education that works with your medical care — not separate from it.

💬 Question: Which digestive concern do you wish you had clearer nutrition guidance for?

📞 Call or text: (281) 746-9284
💻 Register: https://gi.drvivianasamoah.com/group-program

Address

25230 Kingsland Boulevard, Ste 101
Katy, TX
77494

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 12pm

Telephone

+12817469284

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