Dr. Shail Gajjar, OD
Gajjar Optometry
1093403933Is Dr. Shail Gajjar, OD a Good Optometrist?
Dr. Shail Gajjar, OD has a trust score of 54/100 — below average for Houston. Consider comparing with other providers nearby. At 3 years of practice, they are early in their career.
The most important verification step for any optometrist is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Gajjar's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.
What is a general optometrist?
General optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, prescribe glasses and contact lenses, and detect eye diseases such as glaucoma and cataracts.
When to see one: For routine eye exams, glasses or contacts, and vision changes.
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- NPI Active
- License Active
- No Disciplinary Actions
- Credentials Verified
- Established Practice
- Focus Verified
Eye care in Houston, TX
Houston has 790 verified optometrists on EyeDoctorProof, with an average of about 14 years in practice, and 755 focused on optometrist. Texas optometrists are licensed and disciplined by the Texas Optometry Board, whose public record covers license status, disciplinary actions.
Peer Comparison
3
Years practicing
14
Avg in Houston
790
Optometrists in Houston
OD
Credential
Before your appointment
- Confirm Gajjar's license is active and unrestricted with the Texas board (link on this page).
- Ask whether the visit is a routine exam or a medical eye evaluation, and what it covers.
- Bring your current glasses or contacts, plus a list of medications and any family history of eye disease.
- Ask about cost, insurance, and whether dilation or extra imaging carries a separate fee.
- Mention symptoms like dryness, headaches, or screen strain so they can be addressed during the exam.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dr. Shail Gajjar, OD a licensed optometrist?
Dr. Shail Gajjar, OD holds a Doctor of Optometry (OD) credential and an NPI (1093403933) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Texas Optometry Board — verify current standing using the link on this page.
How experienced is Dr. Shail Gajjar, OD?
Dr. Shail Gajjar, OD has approximately 3 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average optometrist in Houston has about 14 years. There are 790 optometrists in Houston, including 755 with a optometrist focus.
Where is Dr. Shail Gajjar, OD located?
Dr. Shail Gajjar, OD practices at Gajjar Optometry, 5115 FANNIN ST STE 1000, Houston, TX 77004. Phone: (713) 580-2500.
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Verify License & Discipline
License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Texas Optometry Board, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Gajjar's current standing at the source:
Look up on the state boardWe link to the official board rather than republishing discipline records, so you always see the most current, authoritative status.
Quick Facts
- Focus
- Optometrist
- Credential
- OD
- Gender
- Male
- NPI Since
- 04/27/2023