4.2
10 Ratings with 4 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Jaime Ponce-Portugal treats obesity and overweight, pediatric obesity, and hypertension, and performs sleeve gastrectomy and adjustable gastric band removal. He has practiced surgery for 36 years and is affiliated with Hamilton Medical Center.
Dr. Ponce-Portugal completed his residency at Iasantos and sees patients in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and Fort Oglethorpe and Dalton, Georgia. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Ponce-Portugal 4.2 out of 5.
Dr. Ponce-Portugal completed his residency at Iasantos and sees patients in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and Fort Oglethorpe and Dalton, Georgia. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Ponce-Portugal 4.2 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 36 years of experience
- 33 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Iasantos
- 4 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 6 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Jaime Ponce-Portugal has 6 locationsCHI Memorial Metabolic and Bariatric Care
7405 Shallowford Rd Suite 160Chattanooga, TN 37421Compare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Jaime Ponce-Portugal, MD | Dr. Christopher M. Bell, MD, FACS | Dr. Janet Haas Coombs, MD | Dr. John Patrick Nash, MD |
| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 36 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience | 36 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Chattanooga , TN | Chattanooga , TN | Moscow , ID | Chattanooga , TN |
| Med School: Escuela De Medicina Ignacio A Santos | Med School: University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center | Med School: East Tennessee State University J H Quillen College Of Medicine | Med School: Harvard Medical School |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jaime Ponce-Portugal
Medical Specialties
Dr. Jaime Ponce-Portugal has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Jaime Ponce-Portugal has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
36 Years Experience
Dr. Jaime Ponce-Portugal holds an active medical license in the states of Georgia and Tennessee.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Georgia that expires in 2027 and an active medical license in the state of Tennessee that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Iasantos.
Medical School
Graduated from Escuela De Medicina Ignacio A Santos in 1990.
NPI Number
Dr. Ponce-Portugal's NPI number is 1245280023.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. Jaime Ponce-Portugal accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Jaime Ponce-Portugal has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- What languages does Dr. Jaime Ponce-Portugal speak?
- Dr. Jaime Ponce-Portugal speaks English and Spanish.
- Is Dr. Jaime Ponce-Portugal accepting new patients?
- Dr. Jaime Ponce-Portugal has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jaime Ponce-Portugal?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Jaime Ponce-Portugal here on Vitals.
- Does Dr. Jaime Ponce-Portugal accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Jaime Ponce-Portugal accepts on their Vitals profile.
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