Gastroenterology
Kai Xia, MD
Chief of Gastroenterology, CHRISTUS Health North East Texas Region; Chief, Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy, CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System
Dr. Kai Xia is a gastroenterologist with over 25 years of clinical experience based in Tyler, Texas. She serves as Chief of Gastroenterology for CHRISTUS Health North East Texas Region and Chief of the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy at CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System. Dr. Xia specializes in liver disease, pancreatic disease, and esophageal disorders, with extensive expertise in gastrointestinal conditions including Barrett's esophagus, celiac disease, and fa
25+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Education & Training
- Harvard Medical School — M.D., Class of 1999
- Mass General Brigham/Brigham and Women's Hospital — Residency, Internal Medicine, 1999-2001
- Mass General Brigham/Brigham and Women's Hospital — Fellowship, Gastroenterology, 2001-2004
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2022-2026 (5 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler
- CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic
Languages
English[1], Chinese[1]
Experience
25+ years in practice