Summary

Dr. Mark Fortson is a gastroenterologist who focuses on digestive health and related conditions. He earned his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine and has practiced for 46 years, developing extensive expertise in treating complex gastrointestinal disorders. Dr. Fortson speaks both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations throughout his practice.

Dr. Fortson maintains affiliations with Saint Francis Emory Healthcare, Midtown Medical Center, and Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside in Columbus, Georgia. His clinical expertise includes managing obesity and overweight conditions, as well as treating acid reflux disease. He performs comprehensive blood tests and utilizes CT imaging to diagnose abdominal conditions. Patients have rated Dr. Fortson 4.4 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 46 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Emory University School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Mark Routon Fortson has 2 locations

Southeastern Gastroenterology

2200 Hamilton Rd Ste BColumbus, GA 31904
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Mark Routon Fortson

2300 Manchester Expy Ste 201Columbus, GA 31904

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Dr. Mark Routon Fortson, MDChimdi Mfebe, APRNJan Seiler, APRNWhitney Morgan, APRN
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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4.4 
46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Columbus , GALittle Rock , ARMontgomery , ALTallahassee , FL
Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing Med School: Georgia State University Med School: Chamberlain University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Mark Routon Fortson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Mark Routon Fortson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Mark Routon Fortson has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Georgia, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Emory University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1980

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Dr. Mark Fortson is affiliated with Saint Francis Emory Healthcare, Midtown Medical Center, and Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside.
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