Care Philosophy

I am dedicated to providing personal service and developing trusting relationships with patients. My promise is to be an active listener and an advocate for all my patients.

About Eugenio J. Hernandez, MD

Eugenio (Gene) Hernandez, MD, is Chief Medical Officer of Gastro Health, working to ensure that clinical perspectives are integral to the organization's strategic decisions, enhancing its ability to deliver high-quality patient care. Dr. Hernandez began private practice in South Florida in 1998 and is a founding member of Gastro Health. Prior to this appointment, Dr. Hernandez has been working as the Senior Vice President of Clinical Affairs for Florida and serves as the current physician representative on the Board of Directors. His previous experience also includes the development of clinical service lines and ambulatory surgical centers.

He earned both his BA and MD from Duke University where he also completed his residency in Internal Medicine. He completed fellowships in Gastroenterology and Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX. He is Board-certified in Gastroenterology.

Conditions & Procedures

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux & GERD
  • Barrett's Esophagus
  • Celiac Disease
  • Clostridium Difficile (C.Diff)
  • Colitis
  • Colon Diseases & Polyps
  • Constipation
  • Crohn’s & Ulcerative Colitis
  • Diarrhea
  • Diverticulitis
  • Dyspepsia
  • Dysphagia
  • Esophageal Disease
  • Gallbladder Disease
  • Gastritis
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • H. Pylori
  • Hepatitis
  • Indigestion
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Liver Disease
  • Pancreatic Disease & Pancreatitis
  • Peptic Ulcer Disease
  • Radiation Proctitis
  • Small Intestinal Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Capsule Endoscopy (Pill Cam)
  • Colonoscopy (Screening & Diagnostic)
  • EGD (Upper Endoscopy)
  • Esophageal Dilation
  • Esophageal pH Testing (Bravo)
  • Esophageal pH Testing (Breath Test)
  • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
  • PEG Placement

Office Locations

Primary Location

Picture of the Kendall at Baptist Medical Arts Building Office

Kendall at Baptist Medical Arts Building

8950 N. Kendall Dr.
Suite 306W
Miami, FL 33176

Phone: 305-596-9966
Fax: 305-596-5752

Additional Locations

Kendall

8950 N. Kendall Dr.
Suite 304
Miami, FL 33176

Phone: 305-596-9966
Fax: 305-596-5752

Directions

Procedure Locations

Having a procedure? It may not always be in the same location where you consulted with your doctor. Check with your doctor to make sure you’re headed to the right place.

Education

Medical

Duke University School of Medicine

Residency

Duke Graduate Medical Education

Fellowship

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Gastroenterology

Fellowship

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Endoscopy

Professional Highlights

Certifications

Board Certified, Gastroenterology

Awards & Recognitions

  • Current Chief Medical Officer of Gastro Health
  • Former Senior Vice President of Clinical Affairs, Florida, Gastro Health
  • Endoscopy Physician of the Year, Baptist Hospital
  • Former Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine at FIU College of Medicine

 

Professional Memberships

  • American College of Gastroenterology
  • Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America
  • Volunteer Liga Contra El Cancer

In the News

Dr. Hernandez spoke with Becker's Healthcare about Colonoscopies and ASCs.

Articles

Press Release

Gastro Health Announces New Chief Medical Officer

Gastro Health has named Eugenio (Gene) Hernandez, MD, as its Chief Medical Officer. The role will ensure that clinical perspectives are integral to its strategic decisions, enhancing the organization’s ability to deliver high-quality patient care.

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