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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.
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
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| Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 36 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks Arabic, English | Speaks English |
| San Antonio , TX | Little Rock , AR | Pasadena , TX | SACRAMENTO , CA |
| Med School: Univ Of Alberta Fac Of Med | Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing | Med School: New York Medical College | Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Fred F. Poordad
Medical Specialties
Dr. Fred F. Poordad has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Fred F. Poordad has the following 7 areas of expertise
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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- Dr. Fred Poordad's office is located at 7979 Wurzbach Rd, San Antonio, TX, 78229.
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