Summary

Dr. John Fordtran is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician with an impressive 70 years of experience in medical practice. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine, establishing a foundation for his extensive career in digestive health and internal medicine. His dual specialty training allows him to provide comprehensive care for both complex gastrointestinal conditions and general internal medicine needs.

Dr. Fordtran practices at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, where he focuses on treating digestive disorders including diverticular disease and diverticulosis. He performs diagnostic procedures such as colonoscopy and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy to help patients identify and manage intestinal health concerns. Patients rate him 3.0 out of 5 stars on average for his clinical care.

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Quick Facts

  • 3
  • 70 years of experience
  • 1 insurance plan accepted
  • Tulane University School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 18 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Baylor University Medical Center

3500 Gaston AveDallas, TX 75246

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
70 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Dallas , TXMcKinney , TXPlano , TXFrisco , TX
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Miami School of Medicine Med School: University Of Sint Eustatius
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John S Fordtran

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas

Medical Specialties

Dr. John S Fordtran has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John S Fordtran has the following 18 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colitis
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Diarrhea
  • Endoscopy (Endoscopic Surgery)
  • Gallbladder Diseases
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Malabsorption Syndromes
  • Pernicious Anemia
  • Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome

Certifications, License, & Education

70 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1956.

NPI Number

Dr. Fordtran's NPI number is 1639386550.

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