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Dr. Ernest Bouras, MD

Dr. Ernest Bouras, MD

Gastroenterology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Ernest Bouras, MD is a gastroenterologist in Jacksonville, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Bouras has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from Duke University in 1992. He is affiliated with Mayo Clinic In Florida. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.7 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 2.7 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Locations

Mayo Clinic - Florida

Fl - Gi4500 San Pablo Rd S Jacksonville, FL 32224
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Dr. Bouras is affiliated with Mayo Clinic In Florida Jacksonville, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for gastroenterology.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Bouras specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. See board certifications
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ See hospitals
  • Recent ReviewsReviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews

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Dr. Bouras' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bouras

2.7
14 ratings, 6 with a written review
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1 star
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Dr. Bouras was very pleasant and took the time to hear my concerns and explain the causes and potential treatments.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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LB – Apr 09, 2025
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Terrific Doctor!
Puts you at ease right away, listens patiently, explains very diligently. He really is an exceptional doctor. The other negative reviews here IMO are a bit harsh and don’t reflect my experience. I really like Dr Bouras and his staff. 5 stars all the way!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Arvind – Mar 19, 2025
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A real disappointment that someone so highly trained would not use his knowledge to help patients with serious life-threatening medical conditions who are suffering. He seemed amused by descriptions of my medical condition which made me very uncomfortable. Subsequently, he only offered the most basic information avaiable as options. Very disappointed. I will be looking for an educated and caring physician somewhere else.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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May 15, 2019
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Same experience as man who traveled 1000 miles with son. Pompous self important and not at all consultative. Save your time and money and find any other GI Doctor. Even at the free clinic. You might actually get a good diagnosis or at least a true consult!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 others found this helpful
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Rovi in Jacksonville, FL – Aug 23, 2016
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Arrogant, self important, insensitive man. We traveled 1000 miles for my son to be seen after a 50lb weight loss in 8 months time. No one locally could find the problem so we went to see the best. Dr Bouras breezed in, tooted his own horn for 15 minutes, slapped my son on the back, told him he was a good looking young man (at 5'10 117lbs), and advised him to go live his life. I am an RN for 20 years, and I was devastated. Had to take my sick child home with no help.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 others found this helpful
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Frederick, MD – Jul 22, 2016
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excellent, very surprised at the level of reviews here.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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sharon boyd in Middleburg, FL – Jun 29, 2016
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About Me

biography

Interests Gastrointestinal motility disorders Esophageal diseases Constipation Pelvic floor dysfunction Fecal incontinence Specialized/advanced motility studies and endoscopy
  • Gastroenterology

  • Hepatology

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  • Duke University

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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  • Quality Committee Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Department of Internal Medicine, Chair

  • American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Member

  • Gastroenterology Endoscopy Committee Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Department of Internal Medicine, Member

  • Enteric NeuroScience Program Mayo Clinic Rochester Committees, Member

  • American Neurogastroenterology and Motility Society, Member

  • American College of Gastroenterology, Member

  • American Gastroenterological Association, Member

  • Motility Interest Group Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Department of Internal Medicine, Member

  • Gastroenterology Divisional Management Team Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Department of Internal Medicine, Member

  • CR-20 Clinical Research Award, 2000

  • Outstanding Faculty Member, 2005

  • Clinical Research Award, 2000

  • CR-20 Clinical Research Award, 2002

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mayo Clinic In Florida

    4500 San Pablo Rd S
    Jacksonville, FL 32224
    Recipient of 48
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    90%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    25% higher than the national average

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