Summary

Dr. Robert Ponec is a gastroenterologist with 39 years of experience treating digestive system disorders. He earned his medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California and completed his residency at the prestigious Mayo Clinic and Medical School. Dr. Ponec is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Ponec practices at Salem Health Salem Hospital and provides care at multiple locations throughout Salem, Oregon. He specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps, GERD, and upper GI bleeding. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower GI endoscopy procedures to diagnose and treat digestive issues. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 39 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Mayo Clinic And Medical School
  • 172 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Robert James Ponec has 3 locations

Salem Health Salem Hospital

890 Oak St SeSalem, OR 97301

Salem Endoscopy Center

875 Oak St Se Ste C3010Salem, OR 97301
Mon7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Salem Gastro

875 Oak St Se Ste C3010Salem, OR 97301

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4.9 
39 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 52 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Salem , ORAlbany , ORSalem , ORSalem , OR
Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine Med School: Universitaet Hamburg Medizinische Fakultaet Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert James Ponec

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert James Ponec has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert James Ponec 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

39 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Oregon, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Mayo Clinic And Medical School

Medical School

Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern CaliforniaGraduated in 1987

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Which hospitals is Dr. Robert Ponec affiliated with?
Dr. Robert Ponec is affiliated with SALEM HOSPITAL.

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