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Office
Puerto Rico Gastroenterology
Manati, PR 00674Phone+1 787-621-2633
Summary
- I have a strong interest in studying Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and Interventional Gastroenterology. These are specialized areas of medicine that I find fascinating and want to explore further.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease includes conditions like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. I'm intrigued by the complex factors that contribute to these diseases, such as genetics, environment, and problems with the immune system.
Interventional Gastroenterology is an exciting field that combines diagnosis and treatment techniques for gastrointestinal issues. It involves using advanced tools and procedures, like endoscopic ultrasound and minimally invasive interventions, to help patients. I'm drawn to the technical skills and clinical knowledge required in this field.
I am dedicated to providing excellent care to patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease. I stay updated on the latest research, attend conferences, and collaborate with other experts in the field. I believe in building trust and open communication with my patients, involving them in their treatment decisions, and improving their quality of life.
Overall, I am passionate about Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Interventional Gastroenterology. I aim to contribute to medical knowledge and provide exceptional care by continuously learning and applying my expertise in these fields.
Education & Training
University of New Mexico School of MedicineFellowship, Gastroenterology, 2020 - 2023
SUNY Downstate Health Sciences UniversityResidency, Internal Medicine, 2017 - 2020
I Gonzalez Martinez Oncology HospitalInternship, Transitional Year, 2016 - 2017
Universidad Autonoma de GuadalajaraClass of 2017- University of Puerto Rico, AguadillaBachelor's, Biomedical Sciences, Cum Laude, 2007 - 2011
Certifications & Licensure
NM State Medical License 2022 - 2027
PR State Medical License 2016 - 2026- American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine
- American Board of Internal Medicine Gastroenterology
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society (AOA) Eta Chapter-Downstate Medical Center, 2019
- Peer Reviewer American College of Gastroenterology- Case Reports Journal, 2017
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- Human immunodeficiency virus patients with low CD4 counts are more likely to have precancerous polyps identified during index colonoscopy.Michelle Likhtshteyn, Evan Marzouk, Fray M Arroyo-Mercado, Gurasees Chawla, Sabrina Rosengarten
World Journal of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. 2023-09-16 - 1 citationsEndoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Cholecystoenterostomy for Acute Hemorrhagic Cholecystitis Drainage.Paola López-Marte, Fray Arroyo-Mercado, Aamer Abbass, Antonio Mendoza-Ladd
ACG Case Reports Journal. 2023-01-01 - 5 citationsImpact of Fellow Participation During Colonoscopy on Adenoma Detection Rates.James L. Araujo, Palashkumar Jaiswal, Karthik Ragunathan, Fray Martin M. Arroyo-Mercado, Gurasees S. Chawla
Digestive Diseases and Sciences. 2021-02-21
Abstracts/Posters
- A Rare Case of Red Man Syndrome with Oral VancomycinFray Arroyo-Mercado, Isabel Mcfarlane, Onix Cantres, ACG Annual Scientific Meeting, 1/5/2018
- Atypical Presentation of Large Left Ventricular Thrombus and Cerebral StrokeArroyo Mercado, Fray Martin & Martinez Barroso, Jose, Ponce Health Sciences University, Ponce Research Institute, 12th Annual Scientific Day, Ponce, Puerto Rico, 1/1/2016
- Chemistry: Earth nucleusArroyo Mercado, Fray Martin; Ortiz, Harold, Ramos Villanueva, Charlene; Rosa Velez, Lorena; Ramos Santana, Brenda; Sola Aviles, Natalia, American Chemical Society National Meeting & Exposition, Anaheim, CA, 1/1/2011
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Lectures
- Nephrotic SyndromeKings County Hospital - 10/2017
- Inflammatory arthritisBrooklyn VA hospital - 8/2017
- Sociodemographic characteristics, tumor characteristics and treatment of patients with Malignant Melanoma registered at Hospital Oncol�gico Dr. Isaac Gonz�lez Martinez...San Juan, Puerto Rico - 1/1/2017
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Other Languages
- Spanish
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