Overview
Edward D. Contreras, MD, BA, is an independent gastroenterologist at Ascension Providence in Waco, Texas. He diagnoses and treats gastrointestinal (GI) diseases and disorders in adults. Dr. Contreras listens to understand you and your health concerns. He takes the time to get to know you and your health history. Then, Dr. Contreras works with you to create a personalized care plan for your digestive health.
Dr. Contreras is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
Dr. Contreras is board certified in Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Medicine, '- Gastroenterology, The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology, and Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Med/Gastroenterology. Dr. Contreras is currently accepting new patients.
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
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- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
364 Richland West Circle, Suite A, Waco, TX 76712
100 Hillcrest Medical Blvd, Waco, TX 76712
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Contreras has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Office
Nadege Gunn is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Waco, Texas. Dr. Gunn is highly rated in 46 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Gunn is currently accepting new patients.
Waco Gastroenterology Associates
James W. Boss, MD, is an independent gastroenterologist at Ascension Providence in Waco, Texas. He diagnoses and treats gastrointestinal (GI) diseases and disorders in adults. Dr. Boss listens to understand you and your health concerns. He takes the time to get to know you and your health history. Then, Dr. Boss works with you to create a personalized care plan for your digestive health. Dr. Boss is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Boss is board certified in Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Medicine, '- Gastroenterology, The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology, and Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Med/Gastroenterology. Dr. Boss is currently accepting new patients.
Waco Gastroenterology Associates
Jena S. Mann, FNP, is an independent digestive health nurse practitioner at Ascension Providence in Waco, Texas. Jena is part of a gastroenterology care team that diagnoses and treats many gastrointestinal conditions, including constipation, colon disorders, heartburn and GERD, peptic ulcers, ulcerative colitis, irritable bowel syndrome and hemorrhoids. Dr. Mann is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, and Diarrhea. Dr. Mann is board certified in American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board - Specialist Group. Dr. Mann is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Edward D. Contreras
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Edward D. Contreras?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Edward D. Contreras by calling their office at 254-537-0911. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Edward D. Contreras a top-rated expert for Familial Adenomatous Polyposis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Edward D. Contreras is classified as an Distinguished expert for Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Edward D. Contreras specialize in?
While Dr. Edward D. Contreras is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, and Gardner Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Edward D. Contreras accept my insurance?
Dr. Edward D. Contreras accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 254-537-0911 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Contreras isDistinguished. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Contreras isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Contreras isDistinguished. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Contreras isDistinguished. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Contreras isDistinguished. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Advanced
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- ColitisDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- DiarrheaDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- EsophagitisDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- GallstonesDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- GastroparesisDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- HeartburnDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Heartburn.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- IndigestionDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- ProctitisDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- VisceromegalyDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AnemiaDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- AscitesDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholangitisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholestasisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- CirrhosisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColonoscopyDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- Congenital Hepatic FibrosisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Hepatic Fibrosis.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Cronkhite-Canada DiseaseDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EncopresisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- EndoscopyDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GastrectomyDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- GastritisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Gastritis.
- GastrostomyDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- HepatitisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hepatitis CDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- JaundiceDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Juvenile Polyposis SyndromeDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome.
- Liver FailureDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Mallory-Weiss SyndromeDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Mallory-Weiss Syndrome.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Morning SicknessDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)Dr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).
- Primary Biliary CholangitisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Primary Biliary Cholangitis.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Pseudomembranous ColitisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomembranous Colitis.
- Reynolds SyndromeDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Reynolds Syndrome.
- Sclerosing CholangitisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Cholangitis.
- Stomach CancerDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- TenesmusDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Tenesmus.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.