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Dr. Edward Pensa, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 53
Dr. Edward Pensa, MD
4.5 (12 Ratings)

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Dr. Edward Pensa, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Providence, RI.
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Dr. Edward Pensa, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 53
Providence, RI
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Edward Pensa, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Providence, RI.

About

Dr. Edward Pensa, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Providence, RI and has 27 years experience. They graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine. They currently practice at University Gastroenterology and are affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, Roger Williams Medical Center and Rhode Island Hospital. Dr. Pensa has experience treating conditions like Hemorrhoids and Intestinal Diverticulosis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Pensa received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 12 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Pensa also speaks Portuguese. Dr. Pensa is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Hemorrhoids
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Hemorrhoids
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Hemorrhoids
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Abdominal Pain
Anemia
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Barrett's Esophagus
Chronic Gastritis
Colorectal Polyp
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Dysphagia
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophagitis
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroptosis
Heartburn
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Ulcer
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Ulcerative Colitis
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Alcoholic Gastritis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
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Celiac Disease
Cirrhosis
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Diverticulosis
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Duodenitis
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Enteritis
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Esophageal Varices
Food Allergy
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Hepatitis B
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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Lactose Intolerance
Nausea
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Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Pancreatitis
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Splenomegaly
Unexplained Weight Loss
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin_Deficiency
Vomiting Disorders
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

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Locations

  1. 1 University Gastroenterology
    33 Staniford St Fl 2, Providence, RI 02905
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 421-8800
  2. 2 Office
    41 Sanderson Rd Ste 102, Smithfield, RI 02917
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4.5
Based on 12 Reviews
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Apr 02, 2022
I've been with Dr Pensa from the beginning and I might not be alive today if not for him. His bedside manner is STELLAR. He is VERY approachable. His staff is well practiced in the art of assuaging. I would HIGHLY recommend Dr Pensa without hesitation.
Greg Borge — Apr 02, 2022
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Languages Spoken
Portuguese
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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
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Education

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  • University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine
    1997
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  • Gastroenterology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Edward Pensa, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Pensa's profile.

Dr. Pensa frequently treats the following conditions: Hemorrhoids and Intestinal Diverticulosis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Edward Pensa, MD is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, Roger Williams Medical Center and Rhode Island Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Edward Pensa, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • The Miriam Hospital

    164 Summit Ave, Providence, RI

  • Roger Williams Medical Center

    825 Chalkstone Ave, Providence, RI

  • Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, Providence, RI