Summary

Dr. Joseph Pianka specializes in gastroenterology and internal medicine, bringing over three decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University Alan and Marlene Norton College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Emory Healthcare. His extensive experience spans 31 years of caring for patients with digestive health concerns. Dr. Pianka is fluent in Portuguese and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Pianka practices at Newport Hospital and maintains offices in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. He focuses on treating common digestive conditions including hemorrhoids, colon polyps, and diverticular disease. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and both upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures to diagnose and treat digestive disorders. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.8
  • 31 years of experience
  • speaks Portuguese, Spanish
  • Emory Healthcare
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Joseph Daniel Pianka has 2 locations

University Gastroenterology

110 Clock Tower SqPortsmouth, RI 02871
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Newport Hospital

20 Powell AveNewport, RI 02840

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3.8 
31 Years of Experience 2 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Portuguese, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Portsmouth , RIProvidence , RIProvidence , RIRiverside , RI
Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph Daniel Pianka

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph Daniel Pianka has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph Daniel Pianka has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Dr. Joseph Daniel Pianka holds an expired medical license in the state of Rhode Island.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Rhode Island that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Emory Healthcare.

Medical School

Graduated from Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Pianka's NPI number is 1023189370.

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What languages does Dr. Joseph Pianka speak?
Dr. Joseph Pianka speaks Portuguese and Spanish.

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