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Dr. Robert Ponec, MD

Gastroenterology*•Male•Age 63

Gastroenterology*

Dr. Robert Ponec, MD is a gastroenterology specialist in Salem, OR and has over 36 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ponec has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from University of Southern California in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities Salem Health West Valley Hospital and Salem Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Robert Ponec, MD

Practice

875 Oak St SE Ste 3010 Salem, OR 97301
Telehealth services available

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(503) 397-7520
Telehealth services available

Accepting new patients

(503) 397-7520

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Dr. Ponec is affiliated with Salem Hospital Salem, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Ponec is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
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  • Practices at Top Hospital
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Dr. Ponec's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ponec

4.8

132 ratings, 105 with a written review
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  • Appointment scheduling
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  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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  • Listened & answered questions
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  • Staff friendliness
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  • I felt respected
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  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
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  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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  • Appointment scheduling
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Biography

Dr. Robert Ponec, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Salem, OR and has over 36 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ponec has extensive experience...Read more

Specialties*

  • Gastroenterology
  • Internal Medicine

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Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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University of Washington

Fellowship Hospital, 1997

Ucla Medical Center

Internship Hospital, 1988

University of Southern California

Medical School, 1987

Stanford University

Undergraduate School, 1982

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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    New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Robert Ponec, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Ponec's profile.

    What are Dr. Robert Ponec, MD's top areas of expertise?

    Dr. Robert Ponec, MD specializes in Pancreatic Disease and Esophageal Disorders. See more on Healthgrades.

    What is Dr. Robert Ponec, MD's office address?

    Dr. Ponec's office is located at 875 Oak St SE Ste 3010, Salem, OR 97301. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

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    Locations

    Practice

    Salem Gastroenterology Consultants PC875 Oak St SE Ste 3010 Salem, OR 97301
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    Office875 Oak St SE Ste 3095 Salem, OR 97301
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    Salem Health West Valley Hospital

    525 SE Washington St
    Dallas, OR 97338

    Salem Hospital

    890 Oak St SE
    Salem, OR 97301
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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