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Summary
Dr. Roberto Ponce is a gastroenterologist who earned his medical degree from the University of Salamanca Faculty of Medicine in Spain. He completed his residency training through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, including positions at the New Orleans VA Medical Center and Worcester City Hospital, with specialized training in both internal medicine and gastroenterology. With 57 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Ponce holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He provides care in English.
Dr. Ponce practices at Valley Baptist Medical Center Brownsville and sees patients in Brownsville, Texas. He treats digestive conditions such as gastritis and diverticular disease. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and sedation services. Patients have given Dr. Ponce an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
Dr. Ponce practices at Valley Baptist Medical Center Brownsville and sees patients in Brownsville, Texas. He treats digestive conditions such as gastritis and diverticular disease. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and sedation services. Patients have given Dr. Ponce an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 57 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
- 1 specialty
- 10 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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| Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 57 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks Arabic, English | Speaks English |
| Brownsville , TX | SACRAMENTO , CA | Houston , TX | SACRAMENTO , CA |
| Med School: University De Salamanca- Fac De Med- Salamanca- Spain | Med School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston | Med School: Emory University | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Roberto Ponce
Medical Specialties
Roberto Ponce has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Roberto Ponce has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
57 Years Experience
Roberto Ponce holds an active medical license in the state of Texas. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS and Vet Affairs M C-New Orleans, Gastroenterology; Vet Affairs M C-New Orleans, Internal Medicine; Vet Admin Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Worcester City Hosp, Internal Medicine.
Medical School
Graduated from University De Salamanca- Fac De Med- Salamanca- Spain in 1969 and Universidad De Salamanca, Facultad De Medicina in 1969.
NPI Number
Roberto Ponce's NPI number is 1174529291.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I make an appointment with Roberto Ponce?
- You can find contact information for Roberto Ponce here on Vitals.
- Where is Roberto Ponce's office located?
- Roberto Ponce's office is located at 2449 Boca Chica Blvd Ste B, Brownsville, TX, 78521.
- Is Roberto Ponce accepting new patients?
- Roberto Ponce is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Roberto Ponce's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
- Does Roberto Ponce accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Roberto Ponce has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Roberto Ponce accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Roberto Ponce accepts on their Vitals profile.
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