Ponce Gastroenterology Research

Ponce Gastroenterology Research is a specialized clinical research center located in Ponce, Puerto Rico, focused on gastroenterology and hepatology. Founded and led by Dr. Alvaro Reymunde, a prominent gastroenterologist with over 40 years of experience, the center serves as a key site for Phase 1 through Phase 4 clinical trials. The facility has a strong track record in evaluating treatments for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Barrett's esophagus, and inflammatory bowel diseases. It has collaborated with major pharmaceutical companies such as Janssen, Eisai, and AbbVie, and has contributed significantly to the clinical validation of endoscopic procedures like the Stretta and HALO ablation systems.