Summary

Dr. Fred Poordad is a gastroenterologist with 36 years of experience specializing in liver and digestive health. He earned his medical degree from the University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital. Dr. Poordad speaks both English and Spanish, helping him connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Poordad practices at multiple locations throughout San Antonio, including the Texas Liver Institute, University Hospital - University Health, and the Texas Liver Tumor Center. He focuses on treating serious liver conditions such as cirrhosis, severe hepatitis, and fluid buildup in the abdomen. His expertise includes performing abdominal ultrasounds, blood count tests, and blood clotting studies to diagnose and monitor liver function.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 36 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital
  • 3 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Fred F. Poordad has 2 locations

Texas Liver Tumor Center

7979 Wurzbach RdSan Antonio, TX 78229

University Hospital - University Health

4502 Medical Dr # 2San Antonio, TX 78229

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Dr. Fred F. Poordad, MDChimdi Mfebe, APRNTheresa Obonyano, APRNJi Soo Choi, APRN
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
36 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
San Antonio , TXLittle Rock , ARSACRAMENTO , CASACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: Univ Of Alberta Fac Of Med Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing Med School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Med School: New York University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Fred F. Poordad

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 6 Degrees Transplant Network "
  • Aetna Better Health Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Perinate Newborn"
  • Aetna Better Health Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP)" "
  • Aetna Better Health Medicaid STAR
  • Aetna Health Bexar County-ACO Plan (Baptist & HealthTexas) (Please Call)
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Choice POS II
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Elect Choice EPO
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Exchange (Silver/Gold HMO)
  • Aetna Health Commercial - HMO
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Managed Choice POS
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Open Choice PPO (Non-Methodist/HCA)
  • Aetna Health Commercial - QPOS
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Select
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Whole Health EPO (Please Call)
  • Aetna Health Medicare Advantage - Eagle PPO
  • Aetna Health Medicare Advantage - Freedom PPO
  • Aetna Health Medicare Advantage - Premier HMO
  • Aetna Health Medicare Advantage - Prime HMO
  • Aetna Health Medicare Advantage - Value Plus PPO
  • Aetna Health Medicare-Medicaid Dual Preferred (HMO D-SNP)
  • Allwell (Superior HealthPlan) Medicare Advantage - All Products
  • BlueCross BlueShield - Federal Programs Commercial - Federal - All Products
  • BlueCross BlueShield - Out-of-State Commercial - Out-of-State - Blue Card Program Only "
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Childrens Health Insurance Plan (CHIP)"
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Commercial - HMO - Blue Advantage
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Commercial - HMO - Blue Essentials
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Commercial - HMO - Blue Premier
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Commercial - PPO - Blue Choice
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Commercial - PPO (CHRISTUS Health)
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) HPN/EPO (Narrow Network)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Fred F. Poordad has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Fred F. Poordad has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Constipation
  • Gastroenterologist
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hepatologist
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital

Medical School

Univ Of Alberta Fac Of MedGraduated in 1990

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Where is Dr. Fred Poordad's office located?
Dr. Fred Poordad's office is located at 7979 Wurzbach Rd, San Antonio, TX, 78229.
What languages does Dr. Fred Poordad speak?
Dr. Fred Poordad speaks English.

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