Ronnie Pimentel, MD
Treatment & Services
- Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC)
- Biliary Stone Therapy
- Cholangioscopy
- Endoscopic Cancer Therapy
- Endoscopic Dilation
- Endoscopic Mucosal Resection
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
- Endoscopic Treatment Of Strictures
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Enteral Stent Placement
- Esophageal Band Ligation
- Esophageal Dilation
- Interventional Endoscopy
- Pancreatic Stone Therapy
- Pancreaticobiliary Endoscopy
- Pyloric Dilatation
- Sclerotherapy
- Therapeutic Endoscopy
- Variceal Band Ligation
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Bile Duct Diseases
- Bile Duct Obstruction
- Bile Duct Stones
- Crohn's Disease
- Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome
- Diseases of the Liver, Biliary Tract and Pancreas
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophageal Varices
- Extrahepatic Bile Duct Cancer
- Gallbladder Cancer
- Gallbladder Disease
- Gallstones
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreatic Cysts
- Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Stones
- Pancreatitis
- Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
- Stomach Cancer
- Strictures of the GI Tract
- Ulcerative Colitis
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Ronnie Pimentel, MD is a graduate of the Universidad Nacional Pedro Henriquez Urena Escuela De Medicina in Santa Domingo, Dominican Republic where he received his medical degree. Postgraduate he continued his medical training exclusively at Cleveland Clinic. He participated in an internship and residency in internal medicine, as well as two fellowships in both gastroenterology and advanced endoscopy. Throughout his fellowship in advanced endoscopies Dr. Pimentel was awarded the Olympus Advanced Endoscopy Scholarship of 1994.
In 2006, Dr. Pimentel joined Cleveland Clinic Florida as a board-certified internist with specialties in gastroenterology. His medical interests are of many which include, advanced therapeutic endoscopy, endoscopic treatment of diseases of the bile ducts and pancreas, endoscopic treatment of gastrointestinal cancer, endoscopic treatment of barrettes esophagus, retrograde cholangio pancreatography (ERCP), endoscopic ultrasounds (EUS), and endoscopic mucosal resection.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2006
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Advanced Endoscopy
Cleveland,
OH USA
1995
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Gastroenterology
Cleveland,
OH USA
1994
Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Internal Medicine
Cleveland,
OH USA
1992
Internship - Cleveland Clinic
Internal Medicine
Cleveland,
OH USA
1990
Medical Education - Universidad Nacional Pedro Henriquez Urena Escuela De Medicina
Santo Domingo,
1988
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
Specialty Interests
Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy, Endoscopic treatment of diseases of the bile ducts and pancreas, Endoscopic treatment of Gastrointestinal Cancer, Endoscopic treatment of Barrets Esophagus, Retrograde Cholangio Pancreatography (ERCP) Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) Endoscopic Mucosal Resection.
Awards & Honors
- Olympus Advanced Endoscopy Scholarship 1994.
Research & Publications
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242 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Explains | 4.8 | |
Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
35 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Feb 15, 2024
Dr Pimentel is excellent, he's very professional and knowledgeable and really cares about his patients. He help turn my life around from a very serious disease. We like to thank Dr Pimentel for all his help
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2024
Great doctor and human, I will recommend this doctor very highly
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2024
Dr Pimental is very caring of me and it's really appreciated.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2024
Dr Pimental is very professional and competent physician. Also he is kind and treats you like a human being.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2024
Excellent Dr. And staff
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2024
Dr. Pimentel is an Outstanding professional and human being.I feel so lucky and thankful to be his patient.
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2024
I have full confidence in Dr Pimentel
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2024
Dr Pimentel displayed excellent bedside manner they both listen and address my concerns
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2023
Excellent Dr Ronnie Pimentel
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2023
Everything was excellent, from scheduling to treatment and follow-up. Really appreciate Dr. Pimentel and his staff for their outstanding care!
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2023
He is a excellent doctor
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2023
Dr. Pimentel and his colleagues are the best, as are Dr. Robins and her colleagues. My ICU and floor nurses were fantastic. ICU Vanessa,Sadin, Michele, Keisha. Floor nurses Kylie, and Cassidy and tech Michele. However everyone was great.
Reviewed on Sep 25, 2023
Dr. Pimentel is a wonderful physician, he is caring, knowledgeable, explains the issues in simple terms
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2023
Very happy with my doctor.
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2023
Bring a physician myself I was very impressed by Dr Pimentel bedside manner and knowledge
Reviewed on Sep 7, 2023
Felt extremely comfortable with the staff and the doctor. He is now my permanent doctor this office was so professional and impeccable customer service thank you for making me feel so comfortable and going through this procedure with such easy Grace
Reviewed on Aug 31, 2023
Everyone had a very polite and friendly manner.Dr Pimental was wonderful.he is the best gastroenterologist that I have had!I would give Cleveland Clinic 10 out of 5 stars!
Reviewed on Aug 3, 2023
Kudos to Dr. Pimentel, havel felt confortable and pleased with the course of action taken upon my medical condition.
Reviewed on Aug 3, 2023
Perfect service of Dr. Pimentel he explains very clear the results of the tests, is very profesional
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2023
Checking in was easy and seeing the doctor was fast
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2023
Dr Pimentel was very professional, courteous, understanding and caring
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2023
Dr Pimantel and his staff are excelent medical professionals. Thank you very much for your great services, dedication and caring.
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2023
Dr Pimentel is a great doctor.
Reviewed on Jul 17, 2023
Dr Pimentel might be the best doctor I've ever been to. Very thorough listened. Grateful to him.
Reviewed on Jul 17, 2023
Dr. Pimentel was excellent as usual. Very friendly and yet professional. He made me feel comfortable with his explanations.
Reviewed on Jul 13, 2023
I highly recommend Dr Pimentel
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2023
HE IS AN EXCELLENT DOCTOR WHO TRULY CARES ABOUT THE PATIENT.
Reviewed on May 12, 2023
Dr Pimental always listens, cares about my concerns and explains.
Reviewed on May 5, 2023
Excellent experience, the doctor did a thorough physical check up and was very detailed about the history and treatment.
Reviewed on Apr 21, 2023
Dr. Pimentel is a Caring, knowledgeable professional.He was very assertive since my first visit.
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2023
I had a very good experience with Dr Ronnie Pimentel. He made me feel confident that I was in his competent hands. I wish that all doctors were as kind and genuine as he. Thank you for making me feel safe.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2023
Doctor was very caring, concerned and professional.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2023
Took 6 weeks from initial request to see doctor
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2023
Very good experience. Was concerned after experience with intake person but Dr was very nice.
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2023
This is the reason why I drive 3.40 hrs. From Orlando to Weston, Fla. To be seeing by Dr. Ronnie Pimentel all these years.