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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
View Location

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
4.7 out of 5
71 Patient Satisfaction Ratings
19 comments
Felix I. Tellez-Avila, M.D.

Contents

  • Make an Appointment
  • About
  • Academic Background
  • Conditions
  • Treatments & Procedures
  • Areas of Expertise
  • Locations
  • Ratings & Reviews

Make an Appointment With Dr. Tellez-Avila

Appointments for new patients are by referral only.

Existing patients can make an appointment by requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart or by contacting the clinic directly.

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.

  • Barrett's Esophagus
  • Blockage of Biliary Tract
  • Esophageal varices
  • Gastric strictures
  • Gastric Varices
  • Gastrointestinal Disease
  • Gastrointestinal polyps
  • Jaundice
  • Liver Disease
  • Pancreatic Masses
  • Pancreatitis
  • Small bowel AVM bleeding

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.

  • Advanced Endoscopy
  • Barrett's Ablation and Endotherapy
  • Colonoscopy
  • Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR)
  • Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography
  • Endoscopic Ultrasound
  • Enteroscopy

Dr. Tellez-Avila's Areas of Expertise

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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.

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Cancer Care

The UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute is Arkansas’ most comprehensive cancer treatment and research facility.

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GI Cancer

Gastrointestinal Cancer Care (Part of Cancer Care)

Cancers of the digestive system can be very serious, impacting both survival and quality of life.

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Locations Where Dr. Tellez-Avila Practices

Exterior of Outpatient Center

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
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Patient Ratings & Reviews

Average Ratings

Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.9 out of 5
Provider discussed treatment options
4.9 out of 5
Provider explained things clearly
4.9 out of 5
Provider included you in decisions
4.9 out of 5
Provider showed concern
4.9 out of 5

Overall: 4.7 out of 5

(71 Ratings, 19 Comments)

Individual Reviews

5 out of 5

Comment

Very good

Date

Jul 29, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Very good

Date

Jul 22, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

He drew pictures to help us understand my problem. Very friendly. Very informative.

Date

Jul 22, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr Tellez is a damn good DR.

Date

Jul 08, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Everything was explained well. The Dr said we would be getting a call to schedule a procedure in a few days. We still have not gotten the call. I thought it would have been before now.

Date

May 05, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Appreciated Dr Tellez and Dr [NAME]? I think taking time and attention to explain in detail the MRI results and plan for further tests along with letting me give my thoughts about his decisions and allowed me to take part and agree or disagree.

Date

Apr 29, 2025
More Recent Reviews
5 out of 5

Comment

Very good

Date

Jul 29, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Very good

Date

Jul 22, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

He drew pictures to help us understand my problem. Very friendly. Very informative.

Date

Jul 22, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr Tellez is a damn good DR.

Date

Jul 08, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Everything was explained well. The Dr said we would be getting a call to schedule a procedure in a few days. We still have not gotten the call. I thought it would have been before now.

Date

May 05, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Appreciated Dr Tellez and Dr [NAME]? I think taking time and attention to explain in detail the MRI results and plan for further tests along with letting me give my thoughts about his decisions and allowed me to take part and agree or disagree.

Date

Apr 29, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Good

Date

Apr 22, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

The nurse was attentive and responded politely to all my questions. The doctor seemed attentive and informed me of all my questions, he put me at ease because I had some anxiety about what was next. I didn't feel rushed by the doctor, he was very pleasant and informative.

Date

Apr 08, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Had a Great Time

Date

Feb 06, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Explained everything

Date

Feb 04, 2025

Make an Appointment With Dr. Tellez-Avila

Appointments for new patients are by referral only.

Existing patients can make an appointment by requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart or by contacting the clinic directly.

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