Dr. Robert J. Ponec, M.D. graduated from Stanford University and earned his Medical Degree at the University of Southern California. His Internal Medicine training was at UCLA. He completed his Gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Washington in Seattle in 1997.
Dr. Robert J. Ponec, M.D. graduated from Stanford University and earned his Medical Degree at the University of Southern California. His Internal Medicine training was at UCLA. He completed his Gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Washington in Seattle in 1997.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Salem Gastro through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
Excellent,
Nice guy, quick, gets it done.
Entire staff is very nice.
Jul-2024
Dr. Ponec was friendly and explained my procedure which made me feel less anxious.
Jul-2024
very friendly, helpful, and down to earth.
Jun-2024
Very good at explaining the procedure, the purpose for it, and what to expect.
May-2024
A legend…
Apr-2024
Very professional, trusted medical provider for over 35 years
Apr-2024
Very caring .
Apr-2024
a very personable man, I appreciate his thoughtfulness.
Mar-2024
Very nice and informative
Feb-2024
very profesional
Feb-2024
Dr. Ponec is the best. I know I'm receiving the best of care from him and his staff.
Feb-2024
Dr. Ponec is extremely kind. I appreciated how he listened to me. The entire staff was friendly and warm during my visit today. I had to wait for about 90 mins before I was brought back for my procedure, though
Feb-2024
Dr. Pines was cordial, thorough and thoughtful in explaining the procedure. Felt reassured.
Jan-2024
The Castro team are caring and informative.they treat you like a person and not another body coming through. Thank you to all you're appreciated.
Jan-2024
Wonderful experience for this type of procedure and on time!
Jan-2024
Dr Robert J. Ponec is very nice, I have very good experience for my colonoscopy today.
Dec-2023
Always friendly
Dec-2023
Kind and concerned and knowledgeable
Dec-2023
Dr P.was wonderful,easy going and very professional. And so was his whole staff.
Nov-2023
1 st time colonoscopy. Prep work was the most difficult and unpleasant. Office visit and procedure were comfortable. Front desk, nurse, anesthesiologist, and Robert were most professional and comforting. 🙏 thank you.
Nov-2023
Great doctor. Was very prompt and explained every part of my procedure. Followed up with me after procedure to check on me and see if I had any questions
Nov-2023
Dr. Ponec was very professional and explained things thoroughly. He had a kind manner.
Oct-2023
Dr. Ponec was very patient, kind, and informative and treated me like a person.
The business itself could warm up the procedure room atmosphere. My vet’s procedural area is more comforting than this is. This is not a reflection of Dr. Ponec though.
Oct-2023
Very professional and made me feel in good hands him and all his staff. Very educational. Thank you so much
Oct-2023
Caring, personable and professional expertise. He is a wonderful specialist to have.
Sep-2023
Knowledgable and caring. Very happy to have him as my doctor.
Sep-2023
He was very approachable, prompt, communicated very well, and was a good listener. He understood my concerns and acted on them.
Sep-2023
Dr . Ponec and his staff really care and provide the good care when I be there.
Sep-2023
His taking the time to introduce himself and explain the procedure and why it was being done before he started was very appreciated. Then, coming back afterward to tell me what he found and that the polyps would be biopsied was even better. I would be very happy to see him again if needed.
Sep-2023
Informative, great communication and made me feel at ease with his expertise
Sep-2023
Kind, caring, listens, and easy to understand when discussing findings and plans.
Aug-2023
I am looking forward to working with this gentleman
Aug-2023
Dr. Ponec continues to be the best when it comes to this procedure! Knowledgeable, professional, informative, through, just excellent at what he does! Highly recommend him!
Aug-2023
Nice manner-told it like it was, which turned out great!!
Jul-2023
Experienced/professional/kind! Despite me being a RN he gave me ALL the info & made me more at ease.
Much better than anticipated.
Jun-2023
Thank you and your staff 👍😀😀😀
Jun-2023
Dr Ponec is caring and knowledgeable.
Jun-2023
Very professional, explained everything so I understood it, polite & kept asking if I had any questions. A very nice man to talk with.
May-2023
Very nice guy , professional, your lucky to have him .
May-2023
He is the best cares about his patents doesn't make you feel like you are just rushed it , but takes the time to listen and makes you fell like he cares .
May-2023
Very friendly and explained what he was going to do and look for
May-2023
Very thorough and explained process very well.
May-2023
Very pleasant Man. His warm smile made me feel at ease. He explained everything to me and made sure I understood.
Apr-2023
This physician is a most helpful, knowledgeable and positive caregiver. He explains things carefully and fully, and gives one time to understand, ask questions and ponder his or her choices!
Apr-2023
First-time appointment as a new patient with Dr. Ponec. I found Dr. Ponec to be a good listenerasked many questions and listened to my answers. His manner was humane,
Apr-2023
Very thorough.
Mar-2023
Excellent doctor, I always feel comfortable and assured that I am in good hands!
Mar-2023
Dr Ponec is an excellent physician!!
Mar-2023
Thank you Dr. Ponec. Thorough, kind, explained everything. I am very grateful for your help and expertise.
Feb-2023
I really like Doctor Ponec. He has a great one on one with his patients.
Jan-2023
Smooth easy procedure for me, excellent doctor. I requested him because, as a retired endoscopy RN, I knew he was and is great! Thanks for an easy procedure!
Dec-2022
Dr Ponec is very calm and thorough and explains everything so patiently. I always feel like he has a genuine interest in my well being. I am super grateful for his care.
Dec-2022
Dr. Ponec was amazing. From his nursing assistant to him was a great over all experience. Each step of the process his people explained what was going to happen to help ease my concerns. The one thing that really stood out was the follow up before the procedure. They called to make sure I was prepared a few time before my appointment. That was special. You don't get that level of medical care very much these days. Thank you for caring more about your patients then most doctors do. I happy to announce you won't see me for another 10 years.
Dec-2022
I am always confidant of receiving quality care when I am with Dr. Ponec.
He is very open and informative in his assessments. Thank you, Doctor; have a blessed Christmas with your family.
Dec-2022
Very upbeat and explained procedure
and results that even I could understand...Dave
Dec-2022
Kind, professional, complete.
Dec-2022
Very informative and friendly. I felt very comfortable with him performing both the colonoscopy and endoscopy.
Dec-2022
Good communication; clear. Felt well cared for.
Nov-2022
Professional but personable and kind.Very skilled.
Dec-2022
5 stars Excellent
Nov-2022
Very attentive and easy talk to.
Nov-2022
Learn how the hell to be on time. You wasted my time for nothing. Don't schedule an appt if you can't keep the times.
Nov-2022
Dr and staff were excellent!
Nov-2022
Thorough. Tremendous experience base. Excellent communicator. Personable. Ten Stars
Nov-2022
Spent time to calm me down and let me know everything that was going to happen. GREAT DOCTOR
Oct-2022
Ponec is great, quick informative and to the point.
Oct-2022
Dr. Ponec is personable and competent. I wish I didn’t have to wait so long to get an appointment but I guess that’s because of the first sentence.
Oct-2022
I have known Dr.Robert Ponec since working at the Hospital. He is a great doctor, and I trust him.
Oct-2022
Pleasant. Gave good explanation of what was going to happen.
Sep-2022
Dr. Ponec is top notch. He saved a family member with emergency surgery and is activity helping me diagnose and treat my health issues. He is very knowledgeable and has amazing beside manner.
Sep-2022
Solid work
Aug-2022
Things went well. Everyone was friendly and accommodating.
Aug-2022
Professional, informative, caring and kind. Wonderful Doctor and staff !
Aug-2022
My experience went very well. Dr Ponec explained everything clearly as well as his staff. Kudos to Pam, Julie, Clair and Steff. Thanks!
Aug-2022
Straightforward and candid. Also very personable.
Aug-2022
I appreciated his thorough assessment, including notes from my pcp. He was generous to listen to my concerns and spoke to me intelligently without going over my head. Very impressed and thankful to have met him and have him as a practitioner.
Aug-2022
Thank you for providing excellent patient care. You and your wonderful team were very kind, professional and caring .
Jul-2022
Dr. Ponec was very thorough and explained everything in detail. Seemed to be very concerned about my health.
Jul-2022
He was very informative and friendly. He answered all my questions.
Jul-2022
Excellent Service
Jul-2022
Dr. Ponec is one of the best! I know I'm in good hands and trust in his compotentsy. Great team work here!
Jul-2022
Professional, personable, and pleasant. I’m happy he was my doctor for my procedure.
Jul-2022
Personable and very informative
Jul-2022
Has a good bedside manner and was very informative for me regarding procedure.
Jun-2022
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Salem Gastro
875 Oak St. S.E. Suite C3010 building C Salem, OR 97301
Dr. Robert J. Ponec, M.D. graduated from Stanford University and earned his Medical Degree at the University of Southern California. His Internal Medicine training was at UCLA. He completed his Gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Washington in Seattle in 1997.
Excellent, Nice guy, quick, gets it done. Entire staff is very nice.
Dr. Ponec was friendly and explained my procedure which made me feel less anxious.
very friendly, helpful, and down to earth.
Very good at explaining the procedure, the purpose for it, and what to expect.
A legend…
Very professional, trusted medical provider for over 35 years
Very caring .
a very personable man, I appreciate his thoughtfulness.
Very nice and informative
very profesional