Summary

Dr. Roberto Ponce is a gastroenterologist who earned his medical degree from the University de Salamanca Faculty of Medicine in Spain. He completed his residency training through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, including programs at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in New Orleans, where he also pursued fellowship training in gastroenterology. With over five decades of medical practice, Dr. Ponce brings extensive experience to his specialty care. He holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and provides care in English.

Dr. Ponce practices at Valley Baptist Medical Center Brownsville and sees patients in Brownsville, Texas. His clinical expertise includes treating digestive conditions such as gastritis and diverticular disease. He performs essential diagnostic procedures including colonoscopy and sedation services for patient comfort during examinations. Patients consistently rate Dr. Ponce highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 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

Office Location

GI Associates

2449 Boca Chica Blvd Ste BBrownsville, TX 78521

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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57 Years of Experience
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Brownsville , TXMontgomery , ALSACRAMENTO , CALittle Rock , AR
Med School: University De Salamanca- Fac De Med- Salamanca- Spain Med School: Georgia State University Med School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Roberto Ponce

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - HMO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Driscoll Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Roberto Ponce has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Roberto Ponce 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

57 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
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

University De Salamanca- Fac De Med- Salamanca- SpainGraduated in 1969
Universidad De Salamanca, Facultad De MedicinaGraduated in 1969

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Roberto Ponce speak?
Dr. Roberto Ponce speaks English.
Where is Dr. Roberto Ponce's office located?
Dr. Roberto Ponce's office is located at 2449 Boca Chica Blvd Ste B, Brownsville, TX, 78521.
Which hospitals is Dr. Roberto Ponce affiliated with?
Dr. Roberto Ponce is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center Brownsville.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Roberto Ponce?
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Does Dr. Roberto Ponce accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Roberto Ponce accepts on their Vitals profile.

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