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Dr. Philips Jenkins, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 45
Dr. Philips Jenkins, MD
4.6 (51 Ratings)

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Dr. Philips Jenkins, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Covington, LA.
Dr. Philips Jenkins, MD
4.6 (51 Ratings)
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Dr. Philips Jenkins, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 45
Covington, LA
Accepting new patients
18 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Philips Jenkins, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Covington, LA.
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Dr. Philips Jenkins, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Covington, LA and has 18 years experience. They graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine in 2006 and completed a residency at University of Mississippi.They currently practice at Gastroenterology Group AMC and are affiliated with Saint Tammany Parish Hospital. Dr. Jenkins has experience treating conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Jenkins received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 51 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Jenkins is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Locations

  1. 1 Gastroenterology Group AMC
    131 Cherokee Rose Ln, Covington, LA 70433
    Monday
    09:00 - 16:00
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 16:00
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 16:00
    Thursday
    09:00 - 16:00
    Friday
    09:00 - 16:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Experience and Background Check

Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastritis
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastritis
Abdominal Pain
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Chronic Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Dysphagia
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophagitis
Gallstones
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastroparesis
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Reflux Esophagitis
Ulcerative Colitis
Vomiting Disorders
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Abdominal Disorders
Acute Gastritis
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Alcoholic Hepatic Failure
Ascites
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Autoimmune Diseases
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Tumor
Bile Duct Obstruction
Biliary Atresia
Blood Disorders
Cancer
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Celiac Disease
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Colitis
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Colon Cancer
Colon Disorders
Colon Polyp
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Dehydration
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Dysentery
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Dilation
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Food Allergy
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroptosis
Giardiasis
Hemochromatosis
Hepatitis
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Indigestion
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Prolapse
Intestinal Ulcer
Ischemic Colitis
Lactose Intolerance
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Malnutrition
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Pancreatitis
Peptic Ulcer
Potassium Deficiency
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Cancer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Stomach Diseases
Stomal Ulcer
Ulcer
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Unexplained Weight Loss
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin_Deficiency
Anoscopy
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Capsule Endoscopy
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy With Polypectomy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Endoscopic Common Bile Duct Stone Removal
Endoscopic Polypectomy
Esophageal pH Monitoring
Esophageal Stenting
Fecal Impaction Removal
Gallbladder Scan
Gastroenterology Procedures
Hemorrhoid Treatment
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Liver Biopsy
Liver Function Test
Percutaneous Edoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Jenkins
4.6
Based on 51 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (3)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (3)

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Feb 03, 2024
Quality healthcare. Easy appointment, friendly, efficient check-in, comfortable environment. Dr. Jenkins was attentive, thorough, easy to talk to and professional. Procedure appointment process was simple and convenient.
Chad E — Feb 03, 2024
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • My goal is to provide high quality patient care at a reasonable cost using the most advanced technology.

    As a group, we conduct our business with our patients and our community in an ethical manner, respecting the individual rights of the patient and to ensure considerate care that guards their personal integrity and respects their cultural, psychosocial and spiritual values.

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Biography
  • Dr. Philips Jenkins, MD is a gastroenterology specialist in Covington, LA and has over 17 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine in 2006. He specializes in Gastroenterology.
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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • University of Mississippi School of Medicine
    2006
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • University of Mississippi School of Medicine
    2009
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Mississippi
    2009
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
    2012
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Philips Jenkins, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Jenkins' profile.

Dr. Jenkins frequently treats the following conditions: Gastrointestinal Bleeding. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Philips Jenkins, MD is affiliated with Saint Tammany Parish Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Philips Jenkins, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology.

Dr. Jenkins has over 18 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Saint Tammany Parish Hospital

    1202 S Tyler St, Covington, LA

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