Dr. Mark S. Avila MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
2140 W 68th St Suite 300 Hialeah FL, 33016About
Mark S. Avila, MD, is a Gastroenterologist who practices at Digestive Medicine Associates in Coral Gables, Florida. He received his degree from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1985, then completed an internship and residency at the University of Arizona, and a fellowship at the University of Miami. Dr. Avila is a affiliated with Baptist Hospital of Miami, Mercy Hospital and Kindred Hospital; and attributes his success to perseverance and a love of the field.
Education and Training
Medical College of Wisconsin
Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi 1985
Board Certification
Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Fellowships
- University of Miami, University of Florida
What do you attribute your success to?
- Perseverance and a Love of the Field
Hobbies / Sports
- Working Out
Favorite professional publications
- The American Journal of Gastroenterology, The Journal of Hepatology
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