Dr. Carlos Roberto Ponce MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
5700 N Expressway #303 Brownsville TX, 78526About
Dr. Carlos Ponce is a gastroenterologist practicing in Brownsville, TX. Dr. Ponce specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Ponce performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine 1999
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anemia
- Cirrhosis
- Gastritis
- Gallstones
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
- Jaundice
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