Instituto Ecuatoriano de Enfermedades Digestivas

The Instituto Ecuatoriano de Enfermedades Digestivas (IECED) is a premier medical institution based in Guayaquil, Ecuador, specializing in advanced gastroenterology and therapeutic endoscopy. Founded in 2002 by Dr. Carlos Robles-Medranda, the institute has gained international recognition as a center of excellence for the diagnosis and treatment of complex digestive disorders. IECED integrates high-level clinical care with robust academic research and training, frequently hosting international workshops and participating in multicenter clinical trials. The facility is equipped with cutting-edge technology for procedures such as ERCP, endoscopic ultrasound, and peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM). It serves as a key reference center in Latin America for hepatobiliary and pancreatic diseases and is recognized as a Center of Excellence by the World Endoscopy Organization (WEO).