Felix I. Tellez-Avila, M.D. Gastroenterologist
Primary Appointment Location
Gastroenterology Clinic
4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Suite 3160
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-603-1900
New and Returning Patients
Overview
- Areas of Expertise
- Digestive Health
- Cancer Care
- Gastrointestinal Cancer Care
- Accepting New Patients
- Yes (Referral Required)
- Provides Second Opinion
- Yes
- Patient Type
- Adults
- Languages
- English, Spanish
About Dr. Tellez-Avila
Clinical Biography
Dr. Felix Tellez-Avila is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology for UAMS. He is an internist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. Dr. Tellez-Avila treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice along with many others. He has completed extensive training for internal medicine, gastroenterology and advanced therapeutic endoscopy. In some cases, he uses endoscopic ultrasound procedures to assist in diagnosing digestive disease.
Clinical Focus
Dr. Tellez-Avila uses advanced endoscopic techniques, including endoscopic ultrasound and therapeutic endoscopy, to treat diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. He also uses his extensive training to determine the causes of abdominal pain, diarrhea, ulcers, cancer and jaundice.
Dr. Tellez-Avila's Academic Background
Academic Biography
Felix Tellez-Avila, M.D., Ph.D., is part of the Department of Internal Medicine as an assistant professor in the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology for UAMS.
He comes to UAMS from the Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Department of the Salvador Zubiran National Institute of Health Sciences in Mexico City, Mexico where he was a staff physician as well as the research coordinator. Dr. Tellez-Avila received his medical degree from the Universidad Michoacana, then completed residency training in internal medicine and gastroenterology, advanced therapeutic endoscopy and endoscopic ultrasound training from the Salvador Zubiran National Institute of Health Sciences.
Faculty Appointments
- Department of Internal Medicine — Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
- Assistant Professor
Education and Training
- Postgraduate Education
- National Institute of Medical Sciences and Nutrition “Salvador Zubiran”
Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy and Endoscopic Ultrasound - Residency
- National Institute of Medical Sciences and Nutrition “Salvador Zubiran”
Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology - Postgraduate Education
- National Autonomous University of Mexico
Doctorate in Medical Sciences - Postgraduate Education
- National Autonomous University of Mexico
Master of Science in Medical Sciences - Medical School
- Michoacan University of San Nicolas of Hidalgo
Associations
- American Gastroenterological Association
- American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
- National Institute of Medical Sciences and Nutrition “Salvador Zubiran” Medical Association
Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Tellez-Avila
UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.
Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Tellez-Avila
UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.
Dr. Tellez-Avila's Areas of Expertise
Digestive Health
With highly skilled and trained specialists and the latest technology, UAMS Health's digestive health services are the most complete in the state.
Cancer Care
The UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute is Arkansas’ most comprehensive cancer treatment and research facility.
Gastrointestinal Cancer Care (Part of Cancer Care)
Cancers of the digestive system can be very serious, impacting both survival and quality of life.
Locations Where Dr. Tellez-Avila Practices
Gastroenterology Clinic , Primary Location
4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Suite 3160
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-603-1900
New and Returning Patients
Comment
Had a Great Time
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Feb 06, 2025Comment
Explained everything
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Feb 04, 2025Comment
Good
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Oct 25, 2024Comment
Thanks for the kindness and generosity
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Aug 19, 2024Comment
I was referred here to have a EUS done for a tumor in my retroperitoneum. It took longer than I expected to get an appointment for just a consultation. The test will not be for another 5 weeks. In all it is going to take almost 3 months to get this test done. I need the test done so I can travel from Arkansas to Denver to have surgery.
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Aug 12, 2024Comment
The visit was really good. This is [PATIENT NAME], by the way. My visit was really good. It was thorough. They explained the procedure that they're probably going to have to do. And anything I asked that I didn't know, they were very willing to make sure I understand some of the things and technology that they're using. So, yes. I really appreciate it. Everything went well.
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Aug 12, 2024Comment
Dr was pulled into in patient service that day and I only found out not in office available to meet with me after I drove 2 1/2 hours just for a consultation to meet him. PA hadn't offered opportunity in advance to reschedule because she "wouldn't want to " if it was her. Why could this not have been done via telemedicine? It was only to determine need for outpatient procedure and no exam was completed. Then after I did my part to come there, I only found out rather cavalierly once I got into the office he wouldn't be seeing me, the PA would. I was there to select my dr for this procedure and now wouldn't even meet him??? I requested she text him to make time to meet with me. She did and so I was ultimately able to wait for him to get there and meet him prior to the procedure in [DATE] will get closer to home if I can. Poor patient communication and experience.
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Jul 01, 2024Comment
I wish I could have got in sooner, but some of these scheduling issues were my fault I was blown away and pleasantly surprised by the way everyone treated me Upon entering the elevator, one of the executives greeted me and my wife and introduced himself and gave me best wishes despite the circumstances It's been my experience that most executives, regardless of the company or hospital, don't want to be bothered. However, this gentleman went out of his way to make certain that we knew exactly where we were going and who we were seeing. The valet parking was a nice unexpected touch! Dr [NAME]and the nurses are OUTSTANDING! I have 100000% confidence my procedure on [DATE] will resolve my issue. Give Dr [NAME] and his nurses a 100% pay raise! UAMS is a gift from Heaven! We are very blessed with this diamond in the rough and I can't wait for more of these professionals to be added to UAMS in Northwest Arkansas, God bless you all!
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Jun 24, 2024Comment
Very good experience With the dr
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Jun 17, 2024Comment
The lab was running behind. It took around 45mins in the waiting room to have a blood draw
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Jun 11, 2024