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Robert K. Vincent, M.D., Ph.D.
Gastroenterologist
About Robert K. Vincent, M.D., Ph.D.
Colorado native Dr. Robert K. Vincent joined Indianapolis Gastroenterology and Hepatology (IGH) in the fall of 2017 after completing his fellowship in transplant hepatology at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Medical Center. Dr. Vincent sees patients in Indianapolis and Greensburg.
Dr. Vincent’s training career began with his undergraduate studies at Drake University. There, he became a project leader investigating the damage to the GI tract during hemorrhage and completed his Bachelor of Science degree in 2001.
Dr. Vincent was selected for the Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) at the University of Wisconsin at Madison. He combined medical school and a graduate education program to study medicine while earning his Ph.D. in Cellular and Molecular Biology. His research and doctorate work focused on pancreas tissue development for diabetes treatments.
Dr. Vincent continued his medical education at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), completing his internal medicine residency and gastroenterology fellowship as part of a Physician Scientist Training Program (PSTP). This program combined internal medicine residency with subspecialty training and a three-year research fellowship. While completing his studies at VCU, his research focused on extensive population tissue studies of patients developing Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) under the mentorship of Dr. Arun Sanyal. Dr. Vincent completed his VCU training with a one-year transplant hepatology fellowship. He is a published author of multiple research articles from his undergraduate work, graduate work, and research fellowship.
Dr. Vincent is a member of The American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD) and the European Association for the Study of the Liver (EASL). An animal lover with four pets, Dr. Vincent’s other interests include travel, soccer, following his favorite NFL teams, the Broncos and Colts, and spending time with his wife.
Education & Training
- Bachelor of Science, Drake University (2001)
- Doctor of Philosophy (MSTP), Cellular and Molecular Biology, University of Wisconsin at Madison (2007)
- Doctor of Medicine (MSTP), University of Wisconsin Madison School of Medicine and Public Health (2009)
- Internal Medicine Residency (PSTP), Virginia Commonwealth University (2011)
- Gastroenterology Fellowship (PTSP), Virginia Commonwealth University (2013)
- Gastroenterology and Hepatology Research Fellowship (PTSP), Virginia Commonwealth University (2016)
- Transplant Hepatology Fellowship, Virginia Commonwealth University (2017)
Awards/Recognitions
- President’s Scholarship, Drake University (1997)
- Magna cum Laude, Drake University (2001)
- Medical Scientist Training Program Fellowship, UW-Madison University (2001)
- American College of Physicians, Alexandria, Best Poster (2010)
- Digestive Diseases Week-Top 10% Poster (2016)
- Castle Connolly Top Doctors (Since 2020)
Locations
Indianapolis Gastroenterology & Hepatology: Franciscan St. Francis Hospital
8111 South Emerson Avenue
Door 6
Indianapolis, IN 4623
Door 6
Indianapolis, IN 4623
Phone: 317-865-2955
Reviews
Dr. Vincent is always very thorough, kind and on time. The staff are always pleasant.
Dr Vincent is always very thorough. He is perceived as always caring about his patients and their outcomes. This means a lot to us.
Dr. Vincent was very informative as to steps of the procedure and time it would take. I had no problems or after effects.
Staff listened to my concerns and working on getting me better!
Did not have to wait long, Doctor Vincent explained everything to me so I could understand it answered my question, very professional.
Friendly staff. Prompt service. Dr. Vincent is very knowledgeable and kind.
Short wait to see Doctor Vincent. He was so kind and made me feel comfortable right away. I didn't feel rushed. He explained things thoroughly and tried to belay any fears.
Everyone there is awesome! Dr. Vincent is very professional and would recommend to everyone.
Dr. Vincent took his time to listen and was very informative of my situation.
All staff were very friendly, helpful and made the process less stressful. Dr. Vincent explained what was going to take place and addressed questions I may have had.
Very professional, courteous and efficient from the entire team. I was well informed, made as comfortable as possible with precise follow up communication.
Appt and process from registration to discharge was seamless! I had a fantastic experience! Thank you, Dr Vincent and your whole team 😊
Dr. Vincent was very nice and so was the staff very informative . He was very caring.
Very nice and pleasant Dr. I would recommend anyone that needs a EDG!
So kind, spends time answering your questions, makes you feel calm and relaxed, excellent bedside manner!
Have always been treated with respect by everyone in office. Dr. Vincent is very nice and explains everything well.
Dr Vincent is very attentive and through. My suffering is ongoing but his medical care makes it understandable and tolerable. The lady that takes blood is fantastic!
Staff and Dr.Vincent kept me informed of everything g before and after procedure. They were also able to add a procedure that I needed as well so I only had to prep and come in once. This was much appreciated.
Great doctors who really care!
Great experience and insight! Just felt it was hard to get in. Took 3 months to get in for a follow up to a procedure which wasn’t the greatest thing! But I highly recommend Dr Vincent and he has a great demeanor and talks through the problem!