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Address
520 E Euclid Ave
San Antonio, TX 78212
Phone
210-775-2265Hours
Quick Facts
- Virtual Telemedicine Visits Available, Call For Details
- Board Certified Gastroenterologist
- Most Insurance Plans Accepted
- Performs Colonoscopies
- Fluent in English and Spanish
Locations
SAGA - San Antonio, TX - Downtown
Gastroenterology in San Antonio, TX
SAGA - San Antonio, TX - Downtown
520 E Euclid Ave
SAGA - San Antonio, TX - Medical Center
Gastroenterology in San Antonio, TX
SAGA - San Antonio, TX - Medical Center
2833 Babcock Rd
Ste 100
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About Belinda Ramirez, M.D.
About
Dr. Ramirez then accepted a Fellowship in Gastroenterology at the University of Florida College of Medicine. Here, she chose to focus on gastroenterology over other opportunities because of the unique balance the sub-specialty offered. She recounts those early days, “As a medical resident, I had the opportunity to do flexible sigmoidoscopies. It was a nice balance seeing my patients in the clinic, and then evaluating their symptoms further through the use of endoscopic procedures.”
Today, Dr. Ramirez continues to take pleasure in her work as a gastroenterologist. When asked what she loves most about practicing medicine, she says, “Taking care of some of the nicest people one could ever meet. I often have the privilege of seeing multiple members of the same family. Right now, I can think of one mother who keeps surprising me in the office—by bringing in yet another one of her daughters!”
Dr. Ramirez feels fortunate to be part of an evolving field of medicine. For example, New treatment options are now available for patients struggling with illnesses such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, including a class of drugs referred to as biologics. In general, these drugs are used to control the immune system, as well as help to achieve and maintain remission of the disease. As a result, chronic steroid use is avoided. Hospitalizations and long-term complications are also reduced and the need for surgery is often eliminated as well. Research, however, is ongoing as there is still so much more to learn about these drugs and other newer agents.
Finally, in addition to gastroenterology, Dr. Ramirez has many other passions. When Dr. Ramirez can find some free time in her busy schedule, she squeezes in an outdoor jog or high intensity interval training—activities she also encourages for her patients.
Education
Doctor of Medicine, University of Texas Medical School, Houston, Texas
Residency in Internal Medicine, The University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Lexington, Kentucky
Fellowship, Gastroenterology The University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, Florida
Memberships/Affiliations
Member, American Gastroenterology Association
Member, American College of Gastroenterology
Topics
- Abdominal Pain
- Anal/Rectal Bleeding
- Bloating
- Blood in the Stool
- Bowel Incontinence
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
- Nausea
- Unexplained Weight Gain/Loss
- Vomiting
- Yellowing of the Skin/Eyes
- Acid Reflux
- Anal Fissure
- Anemia/Iron Deficiency
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Biliary Obstruction
- C. Difficile Colitis
- Celiac Disease
- Colitis
- Colon Cancer
- Colorectal Polyps
- Crohn's Disease
- Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome (CVS)
- Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis
- Dysphagia
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Esophageal Motility Disorder
- Esophagitis
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Fistula
- Food Intolerance
- Gallbladder Disease
- Gastritis
- GERD
- Helicobacter Pylori
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatitis
- Hiatal Hernia
- Ileitis
- Impacted Bowel
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Jaundice
- Lactose Intolerance
- Liver Cirrhosis
- Non-alcoholic Steatohepatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Peptic Ulcers
- Primary Biliary Cholangitis
- Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Anorectal Manometry
- Argon Laser Therapy
- Capsule Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy
- EGD
- Endoscopic Mucosal Resection
- Enteroscopy
- Esophageal Dilation
- ERCP
- Esophageal Manometry
- Feeding Tube Insertion (PEG)
- FibroScan®
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Hemorrhoid Banding
- Infusion Therapy (IV Infusion)
- Sphincterotomy
Reviews
To start off my name is Beatrice not Bernice . Over all my service was outstanding.
Everyone on staff that I had contact with were friendly and helpful. Dr. Belinda Ramirez, M.D. has been the first Dr. to actually listen and give me a solution that is giving great results, that I can’t help but share with others.
Very helpful staff. Dr Ramirez was very professional with my exam.
Dr. Ramirez is the epitome of medical excellence and professionalism. She has performed multiple colonoscopy procedures on me with the utmost of care, precision, and skill. I trust her expertise implicitly. In addition, her office visits are comprehensive and thorough. Dr. Ramirez takes the time to explain things to me, answers all of my questions, and responds to all of my concerns. I am at high risk for colorectal cancer, but I am in great hands with Dr. Ramirez. I do appreciate everything she has done for me.
Dr. Belinda Ramirez is a compassionate, professional, informative, and friendly doctor that cares for her patients.
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