Dr. Carlos Leon, MD
Gastroenterologist
941.1 mi · 12953 Palms West Drive, Suite 201, Loxahatchee, FL 33470
At a glance
4.50 stars (10 reviews)
90% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 33 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Central University of the Caribbean
Works at Digestive Disease Center of the Palm Beaches
2 office locations
4.50
10 reviews
Bedside manner
4.5
Wait time
3.9
Recent reviews
My visits with Dr. Leon are thorough, honest and he has a very pleasant manner. His Staff is first rate and friendly + caring
More than 1 year agoCG
Dr. Leon allways answered all my questions and he takes good care of me. Glad to be part of his patients.
More than 1 year agoAT
Office locations
1
1.
Digestive Disease Center of the Palm Beaches
941.1 mi · 12953 Palms West Drive, Suite 201, Loxahatchee, FL, 33470
2
2.
Digestive Disease Center of the Palm Beaches
949.1 mi · 160 JFK Drive, Suite 102, Atlantis, FL, 33462
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Acute gastrointestinal bleeding
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Upper GI endoscopy
Colonoscopy
Acid reflux
Acute gastrointestinal bleeding
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Upper GI endoscopy
Colonoscopy
More about Dr. Carlos Leon, MD
Dr. Leon has been practicing Gastroenterology since 2003, and joined the Digestive Disease Center in 2010. He started and built a successful practice on the West coast of Florida until 2007, when he moved with his wife and two children to this area. Since then, he has been practicing in Palm Beach County.
Born in Spain, raised in Puerto Rico, and trained in the U.S., Dr. Leon speaks fluent English and Spanish. He completed a residency in Internal Medicine at the Medical College of Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia. This was followed by a fellowship in Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Hahnemann University Hospital, part of the Drexel University School of Medicine, also in Philadelphia. Prior to coming to Florida, he served as Associate Professor of Medicine and was the Assistant Director of Medical Education at Thomas Jefferson University Frankford Hospitals, in Bucks County, PA
.
Dr. Leon is trained in diagnostic and therapeutic gastrointestinal endoscopy, colonoscopy, and ERCP, and performs thousands of these procedures every year both in the inpatient and outpatient settings. He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology, and belongs to the American Gastroenterological Association, the American College of Gastroenterology, and the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Central University of the Caribbean
Hahnemann University Hospital, Residency in Internal Medicine
Hahnemann University Hospital, Fellowship in Gastroenterology
Practice
Digestive Disease Center of the Palm Beaches
Affiliation
JFK Medical Center
Palms West Hospital
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
Gastroenterology (Internal Medicine)
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1982694030
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.50
Wait time
3.88
Bedside manner
4.50
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10 reviews
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My visits with Dr. Leon are thorough, honest and he has a very pleasant manner. His Staff is first rate and friendly + caring
More than 1 year agoCG
Dr. Leon allways answered all my questions and he takes good care of me. Glad to be part of his patients.
More than 1 year agoAT
The doctor and staff always very nice, I feel comfortable with Dr. Leon he is a good Doctor.
More than 1 year agoGP
Great!!! keep the good job. God bless.
April 24, 2014Luz G.Verified patient
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Which hospital is Dr. Carlos Leon affiliated with?
Dr. Carlos Leon is affiliated with JFK Medical Center and Palms West Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Carlos Leon work with?
Dr. Carlos Leon works with Digestive Disease Center of the Palm Beaches.
Where is Dr. Carlos Leon's office located?
Dr. Carlos Leon has 2 office locations, including in Loxahatchee and Atlantis, view full addresses on Dr. Leon's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carlos Leon have?
Dr. Carlos Leon is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology (Internal Medicine).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Carlos Leon?
Dr. Carlos Leon frequently sees patients for Colon Cancer Screening, Colonoscopy, Diarrhea, Gastroenterology Consultation, and Hemorrhoids. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Carlos Leon on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Carlos Leon speak?
Dr. Carlos Leon speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Carlos Leon in reviews?
10 patients have reviewed Dr. Carlos Leon. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.5/5. They have a 4.5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.88/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.